i am us citizen and want to live and work in hong kong how i get legal and what are the permanent residentreq?
Immigration - 1 Answers
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If you can, find a job there. And everything is all set. If you can't get a job. Go there (as American) and go to local companies to interview one.
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Should I accept a job in Hong Kong (no work visa at fist... must work as tourist)??? HELP
Should I accept a job in Hong Kong (no work visa at fist... must work as tourist)??? HELP?
I was offered a job in Hong Kong after sending my resume. However, I was told that I would be on probation for 3 months, but with no work visa, as a tourist (it is illegal to work as a tourist in Hong Kong) In case the employers want to hire me after the probation period, then they would start processing the work visa. Now, it's a good work opportunity, but I am not sure if it is too risky living and working without a work visa. The salary offered is not too good (about HKD15,000), and they do not cover any expenses related to my rellocation to Hong Kong. Please help so I can decide soon. Thanks!!! 15,000 HKD = 1,800 USD
China - 3 Answers
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You might want to ask them if they have any references of people who have done this before. I would bet it is a standard approach for starting a new job there if you are a foreigner, but at the same time, you want to make sure you're not going to be abused in any way. HELLO?!? Ask for references. Also, go online and see if you can find any sites that discuss this topic. I found this one: http://www.goinglobal.com/countries/hongkong/hongkong_work.asp Be sure you can afford to live on the salary they offered. What about medical? If you got hurt, what would you do. All of these things are important to ask BEFORE you accept any job. Good luck!
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15,000 HKD = $2500 approx. - is that per month or per year. If the former, I think you'll coast in Hong Kong. If the latter, stay where you are.
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I totally agree with the first answerer!!!! The company can't buy the ECI - employee's compansation insurance for an illegal worker, but it is by law that they should buy for all of their employees to cover their safety at work. Medical is another issue that you should consider and how about paid holidays? Will they sign employment contract with you even for the first 3 months? HK$15,000 is too tight for you to pay all the bills (rent / transportation/ rellocation / electricity / telephone!), besides, it is illegal, as you know it. Why do you want to take such a bad deal? Proper company won't hire illegal worker, the highest penalty for the employer is HK$350,000 + be sent to jail 3 years, who would take this risk openly? (The immagration department can check you have been in Hong Kong for 3 months as a tourist and would wonder what did you do during the your stay.) What kind of job they offer you? Be careful!!!!
I was offered a job in Hong Kong after sending my resume. However, I was told that I would be on probation for 3 months, but with no work visa, as a tourist (it is illegal to work as a tourist in Hong Kong) In case the employers want to hire me after the probation period, then they would start processing the work visa. Now, it's a good work opportunity, but I am not sure if it is too risky living and working without a work visa. The salary offered is not too good (about HKD15,000), and they do not cover any expenses related to my rellocation to Hong Kong. Please help so I can decide soon. Thanks!!! 15,000 HKD = 1,800 USD
China - 3 Answers
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You might want to ask them if they have any references of people who have done this before. I would bet it is a standard approach for starting a new job there if you are a foreigner, but at the same time, you want to make sure you're not going to be abused in any way. HELLO?!? Ask for references. Also, go online and see if you can find any sites that discuss this topic. I found this one: http://www.goinglobal.com/countries/hongkong/hongkong_work.asp Be sure you can afford to live on the salary they offered. What about medical? If you got hurt, what would you do. All of these things are important to ask BEFORE you accept any job. Good luck!
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15,000 HKD = $2500 approx. - is that per month or per year. If the former, I think you'll coast in Hong Kong. If the latter, stay where you are.
3 :
I totally agree with the first answerer!!!! The company can't buy the ECI - employee's compansation insurance for an illegal worker, but it is by law that they should buy for all of their employees to cover their safety at work. Medical is another issue that you should consider and how about paid holidays? Will they sign employment contract with you even for the first 3 months? HK$15,000 is too tight for you to pay all the bills (rent / transportation/ rellocation / electricity / telephone!), besides, it is illegal, as you know it. Why do you want to take such a bad deal? Proper company won't hire illegal worker, the highest penalty for the employer is HK$350,000 + be sent to jail 3 years, who would take this risk openly? (The immagration department can check you have been in Hong Kong for 3 months as a tourist and would wonder what did you do during the your stay.) What kind of job they offer you? Be careful!!!!
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
how does renting in Hong Kong work
how does renting in Hong Kong work?
I'm moving out to HK next week for about 6 months so i can travel around Asia, and i'm trying to find somewhere to rent. my friend has told me that there's a minimum 12 month contract period with most places, which i thought wouldnt be so bad because all i would lose would be my deposit, although i've been told that's possibly not the case. her boyfriend said only people with a HK ID card can rent, so they would have to rent for me, and if i left, they would have to pay until the contract period is over - is this true?
China - 6 Answers
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Well, I'm not sure about how the rent is, because my manager does it all for me. But I know that the living space is very crammed and very pricey. Also, if you are planning on living in an apartment, be prepared for those pesky cockroaches. Sorry I didn't help much.
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Either HK ID or a valid passport to prove you are not an illegal immigrate
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You need a visa to stay in Hong Kong for longer than your visa-free admissible period. For an entry visa application for residence in Hong Kong, you need to provide the following :- * an application form ID(E) 936, with relevant parts duly completed and signed; * evidence of the sponsor's financial standing, e.g. bank statements, savings accounts passbooks, tax receipts and employment certificates; * evidence of the applicant's financial standing; * evidence of sponsor's relationship with the applicant, e.g. marriage certificates, birth certificate, family photographs and family letters (with envelopes), census record book and Privilege Card for Single Child (if applicable); * evidence of sponsor's accommodation, e.g. rental receipts; and * evidence of the applicant's past residence in Hong Kong (if any).
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Renting your own flat would be pretty tough for 6 months. I am not sure of where your comfort zone lies, but one feasible option would be to rent a room. Usually for about 300-400 USD per month you can rent a very small room in a flat. You share the bathroom, kitchen, and living room with the other renters. The real advantage is that you can negotiate a monthly lease and you will have a place to leave your stuff while you are out of town. Another great thing is that these places are in central locations. Causeway Bay has a ton of rooms to rent. A friend of mine lived that way for 5 years and loved it. Another temporary solution could be a guest house. Again, Causeway Bay has dozens of these. They usually charge about $20 - 30 USD per night, though you could likely negotiate a much lower monthly rate. One that I checked out before was called the Bin Ma Guesthouse. It was clean and the rooms had their own bathrooms, tv's and mini-fridge. These might actually be the best option for you because they require no contract and are furnished. If you are brave, I suggest you wing it out here without a place to stay, take the train from the airport and catch the MTR to Causeway Bay. Get out at Times square and walk north. Start looking up because all the signs for Guest houses are on the second floor. Drop your bags off and stay there for a night. The next day walk around and find a better cleaner place and negotiate prices for a longer stay. I am sure you will find a good clean place to stay a heck of a lot cheaper than a hotel or even room renting.
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Yes you need a HKID Card. Why don't you get a cheap service apt? You can rent some for 10 - 12k a month HK$.
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or you may consider living in budget hostel if you don't need to cook/kitchen. I would recommend USA Hostel in Tsim Sha Tsui.
I'm moving out to HK next week for about 6 months so i can travel around Asia, and i'm trying to find somewhere to rent. my friend has told me that there's a minimum 12 month contract period with most places, which i thought wouldnt be so bad because all i would lose would be my deposit, although i've been told that's possibly not the case. her boyfriend said only people with a HK ID card can rent, so they would have to rent for me, and if i left, they would have to pay until the contract period is over - is this true?
China - 6 Answers
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1 :
Well, I'm not sure about how the rent is, because my manager does it all for me. But I know that the living space is very crammed and very pricey. Also, if you are planning on living in an apartment, be prepared for those pesky cockroaches. Sorry I didn't help much.
2 :
Either HK ID or a valid passport to prove you are not an illegal immigrate
3 :
You need a visa to stay in Hong Kong for longer than your visa-free admissible period. For an entry visa application for residence in Hong Kong, you need to provide the following :- * an application form ID(E) 936, with relevant parts duly completed and signed; * evidence of the sponsor's financial standing, e.g. bank statements, savings accounts passbooks, tax receipts and employment certificates; * evidence of the applicant's financial standing; * evidence of sponsor's relationship with the applicant, e.g. marriage certificates, birth certificate, family photographs and family letters (with envelopes), census record book and Privilege Card for Single Child (if applicable); * evidence of sponsor's accommodation, e.g. rental receipts; and * evidence of the applicant's past residence in Hong Kong (if any).
4 :
Renting your own flat would be pretty tough for 6 months. I am not sure of where your comfort zone lies, but one feasible option would be to rent a room. Usually for about 300-400 USD per month you can rent a very small room in a flat. You share the bathroom, kitchen, and living room with the other renters. The real advantage is that you can negotiate a monthly lease and you will have a place to leave your stuff while you are out of town. Another great thing is that these places are in central locations. Causeway Bay has a ton of rooms to rent. A friend of mine lived that way for 5 years and loved it. Another temporary solution could be a guest house. Again, Causeway Bay has dozens of these. They usually charge about $20 - 30 USD per night, though you could likely negotiate a much lower monthly rate. One that I checked out before was called the Bin Ma Guesthouse. It was clean and the rooms had their own bathrooms, tv's and mini-fridge. These might actually be the best option for you because they require no contract and are furnished. If you are brave, I suggest you wing it out here without a place to stay, take the train from the airport and catch the MTR to Causeway Bay. Get out at Times square and walk north. Start looking up because all the signs for Guest houses are on the second floor. Drop your bags off and stay there for a night. The next day walk around and find a better cleaner place and negotiate prices for a longer stay. I am sure you will find a good clean place to stay a heck of a lot cheaper than a hotel or even room renting.
5 :
Yes you need a HKID Card. Why don't you get a cheap service apt? You can rent some for 10 - 12k a month HK$.
6 :
or you may consider living in budget hostel if you don't need to cook/kitchen. I would recommend USA Hostel in Tsim Sha Tsui.
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