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 or other specified countries.

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  2. If you are currently in HK, upon completion of the online visa application, you will receive a set of supporting documents from our

      office. You should then submit the full set of visa application documents to the Immigration Department (7/F Immigration Tower)

      directly for their approval assessment. ImmD will contact you directly upon the visa approval.

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

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  4. The completed ID995A form, together with the full set of application documents should be sent to the Admissions Office (G14, G/F,

      Main Building, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong) by courier/registered mail.
 

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

  6. Please click here to assess the application timeline. You may also click this video clip for more information on the visa application

      procedures and frequently asked questions.

LIST OF DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

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1. A completed ID 995A form - Download Form - Sample Form

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

3. A copy of your passport

4. A copy of your CV or resume

5. Copies 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.) - Download Financial Supporting Letter Template

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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 a copy 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) - Download Template Letter
   

[For applicants pursuing part-time study]

• A signed study and travel plan

• A class timetable - Download Form
   

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

• Copies of your 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 copy of your CV or resume