Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China visa salary thresholds
Hong Kong GEP does not publish a fixed salary floor. Immigration assesses whether remuneration is commensurate with the prevailing market level for the role.
Last checked 27 June 2026. Every figure is mapped to a primary government source and re-verified over time; recorded changes appear in the changelog.
Threshold table
| Route | Amount | ~USD | In force since | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
General Employment Policy - market remuneration test No fixed numeric salary floor. The confirmed offer must provide a remuneration package commensurate with the prevailing market level for comparable Hong Kong roles. | No fixed published floor | — | 2026-06-27 | Hong Kong Immigration Department - General Employment Policy |
How often this changes
Immigration Department assessment is market- and role-specific. High-income GEP holders may qualify for top-tier extension handling after meeting separate income/history criteria.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum salary to qualify for a work visa in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong GEP does not publish a fixed salary floor. Immigration assesses whether remuneration is commensurate with the prevailing market level for the role.
How often do Hong Kong salary thresholds change?
Immigration Department assessment is market- and role-specific. High-income GEP holders may qualify for top-tier extension handling after meeting separate income/history criteria.
Does meeting the headline threshold guarantee approval?
No. Headline floors are one of several criteria. Most jurisdictions also apply an occupation-specific going rate, character and health checks, and — for sponsored routes — employer/sponsor compliance. Failing any one of these can lead to refusal even where salary is above the threshold.
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