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Hong Kong · Investment route
Secure Hong Kong residency with a HKD 30,000,000 investment in approved securities under CIES. Family-inclusive with a path to permanent residency.
Last updated: 2025-10-17
Programme overviewنظرة عامة
The Hong Kong Securities Investment route under the Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (CIES) offers residency to investors who place HKD 30 million in approved Hong Kong securities. Family members can be included, and no physical stay is required. Permanent residency may be obtained after 7 years.
What you getالمزايا
Live, work, and study in Hong Kong.
Include spouse and dependent children.
Path to permanent residency after 7 years of residence.
Access to Hong Kong’s low-tax environment and deep capital markets.
Investment & costsالتكاليف
Qualifying investment
Minimum Securities Investment
Before visa issuance · Allocate HKD 30M into CIES-approved Hong Kong securities; maintain for at least 7 years.
Application / Due Diligence Fee
On submission · Approximate professional fees for main applicant and dependents.
Government & due-diligence fees
Figures are indicative and exclusive of professional fees. Your advisor confirms an exact, written cost breakdown for your family size.
Eligibilityالأهلية
Requirements
Applicant aged 18+ with a clean criminal record.
Private health insurance.
Invest at least HKD 30,000,000 in **CIES-approved** Hong Kong securities.
Maintain the qualifying investment for a minimum of 7 years and comply with reporting.
Proof of funds
Who cannot apply
Criminal convictions or ongoing investigations.
Insufficient proof of funds or unlawful source of wealth.
False or misleading information in the application.
The processكيف نعمل
Net-worth and Background Assessment
Complete financial and background verification to confirm eligibility under the CIES program.
Submit Securities Investment Application
File the CIES securities investment application with Hong Kong Immigration for approval-in-principle.
Make Approved Securities Purchases
Upon approval, invest in eligible securities through a licensed Hong Kong broker and retain documentation.
Compliance and Annual Reporting
Maintain the qualifying investment and submit yearly compliance reports as required.
Visa Extension and Renewal
Apply for visa extensions before expiry to remain compliant throughout the residency period.
Apply for Permanent Residency
After 7 years of residence, investors and eligible dependents may apply for Hong Kong permanent residency.
Document checklistالوثائق
Identity
Provide notarized copies; translate if not in English/Chinese.
- ✦Valid passport
- ✦Birth certificate
Financial
Cover the last 2 years; include source-of-funds trail.
- ✦Bank statements evidencing ≥ HKD 30M net assets
- ✦Broker statements, trade confirms, and proof of payment
Compliance
Required for main applicant and dependents.
- ✦Police clearance certificate
- ✦Medical insurance proof
Your XIPHIAS advisor prepares a personalised document list at onboarding. The checklist above is indicative and may vary by family size.
Family scopeالأسرة
All eligible dependants can be included in one application or added after approval.
Age limits, dependency definitions, and addition fees vary by jurisdiction. Your advisor confirms exact rules at onboarding.
Approved projectsالمشاريع
Approved Hong Kong Securities
Hold qualifying securities for 7 years to maintain eligibility.
Project availability and inventory change. Your advisor confirms current options and any exclusive allocations at onboarding.
Risk notes
Securities carry market and liquidity risks. Obtain independent financial and legal advice. Non-compliance with CIES conditions can lead to visa revocation.
Questionsأسئلة شائعة
This route, answered.
Yes. Spouse and dependent children can be included in the same application.
Start the Hong Kong route.
A senior advisor will confirm the exact costs, timeline and documents for your case — privately, and entirely off the record.