Overseas students
APPLICATION FOR ENTRY FOR STUDY
IMPORTANT NOTES
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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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For any documents which are not in Chinese or English, a certified translation in Chinese or English is required.
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The completed ID995A form, together with the full set of supporting 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.
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If you are a Mainland citizen, you should apply here or contact here.
LIST OF DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
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A completed ID 995A form - Download Form - Sample Form
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A copy of your complete set of offer of admission
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A copy of your passport
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A copy of your CV or resume
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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.)
Additional documents required:
[For applicants under age of 18]
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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)
[For applicants pursuing part-time study]
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A signed study and travel plan
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A class timetable
[For nationals of Afghanistan, Cuba, Laos, Korea (Democratic People's Republic of) or Nepal]
Below extra documents are required:
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Copies of your academic proofs (e.g. certificates, testimonials, official transcripts, etc.)
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A signed personal statement on reasons for studying at The University of Hong Kong and plans after completion of studies
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A copy of your CV or resume
EXTERNAL INFORMATION
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ImmD Guidebook for Entry for Study in Hong Kong
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ImmD FAQs on Immigration Policy on Study
Click below to access the Online Student Visa Application System:
DISCLAIMER
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Admissions Office 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.
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The visa fees paid are non-refundable under all circumstances.
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