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Frequently Asked Questions on Student Visa Matters

Q1 to Q5

General Policy

Q6 to Q15

Entry Visa Application Procedure (overseas, PRC, Taiwan)

Q16 to Q25

Entry Visa Application Documents (overseas, PRC, Taiwan)

Q26 to Q28

Entry Visa Application Processing Time (overseas, PRC, Taiwan)

Q29 to Q34

Entry Visa Application Fees (overseas, PRC, Taiwan)

Q35

What kinds of financial documents will be accepted by the HK Immigration Department?

Q36

How much money will be considered as "sufficient"?

Q37 to Q39

Dependent Visa Application

Q40 to Q44

Visa Extension

Q45

Do I need to apply for re-entry permit if I return to Hong Kong from other countries during my studying period?

Q46

I wish to travel to Mainland China during the semester break. Do I need to apply for a separate tourist visa to Mainland?

Q47

How to apply for a Hong Kong Identity Card?

Q48

What should I do if I lose my travel documents?

Q49

Can I change to another educational institution?

Q50

Can I change from one programme to another within HKU?

Q51

What should I do if I have any change of visa status during my studying period?

Q52

Am I allowed to work while I am studying at HKU? Where can I work part-time on campus?

Q53

What if I want to take up an internship during my study at HKU?

Q54

Can I apply for employment in Hong Kong after I have completed my study?

Q55

Can I continue to stay in Hong Kong after termination of my studies?

Q56

I have just completed the study programme and have not yet received the result. However, my current student visa is about to expire and I wish to apply to stay in Hong Kong under the Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates Scheme (IANG). Can I attend my stay in Hong Kong to await the result?

Q57

I have successfully completed the requirements for the conferment of a degree and waiting for the Congregation. I wish to apply to stay in Hong Kong under the Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates Scheme (IANG). How can I apply for a certificate for conferment of a degree?

Q58

If the passport / travel document is valid for less than six months, can I apply for a HKSAR student visa?

Q59

I have a valid student visa in my old passport / travel document. Can I transfer it to my new passport / travel document?

 

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