Applicants admitted under the GEP, ASMTP or IANG may apply to bring in their spouses and unmarried dependent children under the age of 18 to Hong Kong. Dependants are not prohibited from taking up employment in Hong Kong.

Conditions on Admission of Dependants

• There is reasonable proof of a genuine relationship between the dependant and the sponsor
• There is no known record to the detriment of the dependant
• The sponsor is able to support the dependant’s living at a standard above the subsistence level and provide him/her with suitable accommodation in Hong Kong

Documents to be Submitted by the Dependants

• An application form
• The dependant’s recent photograph
• A photocopy of the travel document or the identity card
• A photocopy of proof of the applicant’s relationship with the dependant

Limit of Stay

• The length of stay of such dependants will be linked to that of their sponsors upon the approval of the application
• Dependants are required to leave Hong Kong when the sponsors leave
• Persons who have legally resided in Hong Kong for 7 years or above may apply for permanent rights of abode