Overseas students

APPLICATION FOR ENTRY FOR STUDY

IMPORTANT NOTES

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  1. Application via Chinese Embassy is not applicable for students pursuing part-time, elective or short-term programmes, and students from Taiwan and other specified countries.
     

  2. For any documents which are not in Chinese or English, a certified translation in Chinese or English is required.
     

  3. The completed ID995A form, together with the full set of supporting documents required should be sent to the Admissions and Academic Liaison Section (AAL-overseas), G/F, Fong Shu Chuen Amenities Centre, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong by courier/registered mail.
     

  4. If you are a Mainland China citizen, you should apply here or contact here.

LIST OF DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
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  1. A completed ID 995A form - Download Form - Sample Form

  2. A photocopy of your complete set of offer of admission

  3. A photocopy of your passport

  4. A photocopy of your CV or resume

  5. Photocopies of financial proofs (to demonstrate that you have adequate means to finance your stay in HK) (e.g. latest bank statements in English / Chinese, award letter(s) of financial aid or scholarship, etc.)

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Additional documents required:

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[For applicants under age of 18]

  • A signed form of nomination of guardian with photocopy of parent's passport (and guardian's HKID copy, if any) (one of your parents should authorize a relative / friend in Hong Kong or the University to be your guardian)
     

[For applicants pursuing part-time study]

  • A signed study and travel plan

  • A class timetable
     

[For nationals of Afghanistan, Cuba, Laos, Korea (Democratic People's Republic of), Nepal and Vietnam]
Below extra documents are required:

  • Photocopies of academic proofs (e.g. certificates, testimonials, official transcripts, etc.)

  • A signed personal statement on reasons for studying at The University of Hong Kong and plans after completion of studies

  • A photocopy of CV or resume

EXTERNAL INFORMATION
 

  1. ImmD Guidebook for Entry for Study in Hong Kong
     

  2. ImmD FAQs on Immigration Policy on Study

Click below to access the Online Student Visa Application System:
DISCLAIMER
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  1. AAL will not be responsible for financial and any other loss arise from application failure or delay due to incorrect information or documents provided by the applicant.
     

  2. The visa fees paid are non-refundable under all circumstances.
     

  3. All content in the website may be updated at any time without prior notice.
     

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