Change of Employer - Visa Sponsor Hong Kong
Change of Visa Type or Visa Transfer is a common phenomenon in Hong Kong, people who are living in Hong Kong on various types of visas and is some cases want to change the visa types depending on legal or personal reasons.
What is Change of Visa Sponsor Hong Kong?
Change of Visa Sponsor also known as Change of Employer or Change of Work Sponsorship.
If you are currently working in Hong Kong on an employment visa and wish to change jobs, you must first obtain an approval from the Hong Kong Immigration Department by filing an application for Change of Visa Sponsorship. The application must be approved by the Immigration Department before starting a new employment.
The application procedure is similar to a brand-new work visa application, but if the new employment is within the same field or industry, and the general circumstances of the applicant remain unchanged, the application should be straightforward.
Points to note for applicants:
- Applicant must be physically present in Hong Kong.
- Applicant must possess a good educational background. Normally it is preferable to have at least an undergraduate degree in the relevant fields. However, in the absence of such a degree, documentary evidence of good technical qualifications, relevant professional abilities, achievements and experience may suffice.
- Applicant has resigned from his/her last employer with a release letter (stating applicant’s last employment date).
- There is a genuine job vacancy at the new employing company.
Other Types of Change of Visa Status
Change of Visa Type or Visa Transfer is a common phenomenon in Hong Kong, people who are living in Hong Kong on various types of visas and in some cases want to change the visa types depending on legal or personal reasons. As listed below, we provide the following types of change of visa services :
- Employment visa To Investment visa
- Investment visa To Dependant visa
- Dependant visa To Employment visa
- Employment visa To Dependant visa
- Student visa To Dependant/Employment visa
- Visitor visa To Dependant/Employment visa
Would you like us to check your eligibility to change visa type?
Please get in touch with us and our experts will guide you!
What We Can Do For You
With over 20 years of experience in the immigration field. We offer our expertise and consultation services for all types of Changing Visa type applications for Hong Kong, as well as for Working Visa renewals, Visa extensions.
Our immigration services include:
- Free preliminary advice on your visa via phone/email/WhatsApp.
- Prepare a supporting document checklist for the applicant.
- Prepare a supporting document checklist for the sponsoring company.
- Suggest alternative documents if the parties are unable to provide checklist documents.
- Pre-fill all necessary Immigration forms for the applicant.
- Pre-fill all necessary Immigration forms for the sponsoring company.
- Advise on the financial health of the company sponsor.
- Advise on applicants’ education, experience, and review of Resumes.
- Prepare and draft all letters required for visa application.
- Review and organize all documents in accordance with immigration guidelines.
- Submit the application to Immigration Department.
- Reply to all inquiries from the Immigration Department on behalf of the applicant & company.
- Direct communication with the immigration case officer via phone in emergency situations.
- Collect and deliver the visa label to the applicant.
After we receive a case, a dedicated consultant will be appointed and responsible for the whole change of visa application process. Our consultants are professional and committed to handling and coordinating all logistics for our client’s cases for complete peace of mind. Our consultants must deal with every single point in a timely and efficient manner to avoid any delays in the application process.
Throughout the application process, our consultants directly contact the sponsoring companies, employers, and the applicants involved, to ensure all required information and documentation are gathered by certain due dates and submitted to Hong Kong Immigration Department on time.
In special cases, it is also our duty to directly contact Officers from the Immigration Department to make sure all visa applications are processed as smoothly as possible.
Simard & Associates prides itself with nearly 100% success rate on all Hong Kong immigration cases.
Throughout your immigration journey, we will assist you with the relevant documentation, checklists, forms, guidelines and all other necessities for you to change visa type in Hong Kong. With fast and reliable communication along with a personalized approach, we’ll see your goals are achieved. Even after your visa is approved, we will maintain availability to help you with any future enquiries you may have about getting settled in Hong Kong. We also offer employment visa renewals and extensions to our clients.
Application Process
1
Book an appointment for a detailed assessment and consultation with our Immigration Specialist.
2
Based on the initial consultation and your profile, we will give you our reviews and advise you about the best option for your immigration needs.
3
Once you’re ready to proceed, we will prepare all necessary documents & complete the application and submit to Hong Kong Immigration.
4
We follow up and reply to inquiries coming from Hong Kong Immigration until the approval of the case. After approval, we deliver the visa to you.
Other Hong Kong Immigration Programs
Work Visa (Work Permit)
All foreign nationals & mainlanders who wish to work full-time in Hong Kong must apply for Hong Kong work visa from Immigration Department.
Dependant Visa / Spouse & Children Visa
Any Hong Kong permanent resident or resident with a valid visa can sponsor a dependant visa to their spouse and family members from overseas.
Permanent Residency Process Right of Abode
All foreign nationals who have been living in Hong Kong on valid visas for 7 years are eligible to apply for Hong Kong Permanent Resident Status.
Hong Kong Passport / Change of Nationality
Foreign nationals who are holding Hong Kong Permanent Resident ID cards are eligible to apply for Hong Kong Passports & change of nationality.
Investment Visa Hong Kong (GEP Stream) for Foreign Entrepreneurs and Start-up
Hong Kong Investment Visa offers a gateway to explore endless possibilities, expand your horizons, and connect with a diverse global market.
Change of Employer - Visa Sponsor Hong Kong
All foreigners and temporary visa holders must get approval from Hong Kong Immigration before changing their job or change of sponsor visa status.
Employment Visa for Mainland Professionals (ASMTP)
Employment Visa for Mainland Professionals (ASMTP) is a unique opportunity for skilled individuals to pursue careers in Hong Kong.
Immigration Arrangements for Non-Local Graduates (IANG) Visa Hong Kong
Our team of experienced immigration lawyers can guide you through the process of obtaining an IANG Visa,
Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS Visa)
Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS), is a quota-based program designed for skilled individuals seeking to reside in the city.
Top Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS Visa)
Hong Kong Top Talent Pass Scheme (“TTPS”) is a work & residency visa designed to attract educated & experienced professionals.
Hong Kong Student Visa Process
To qualify for this type of Student Visa for Hong Kong, the applicant should not have any criminal records.
Hong Kong Capital Investment Entrant Scheme “CIES”
The CIES is a migration scheme re-introduced by The Government of the Hong Kong SAR in April 2023.
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If you are qualified for this program and want us to review your profile, please contact us below.
GET IN TOUCH WITH US
If you are qualified for this program and want us to review your profile, please contact us below.
