Your life in Hong Kong starts here
Make your move to Hong Kong
Skyline, harbour and hiking trails coexist in Hong Kong, with famously light-touch taxation, no capital gains tax and genuine safety. Talent and investment routes lead to permanent residency in time.
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At a glance
Hong Kong, in brief.
How Hong Kong compares with the 80+ destinations we cover. Hong Kong ranks among the best for safety (8th of 78) and size of expat community (12th of 81) and tax friendliness (15th of 81).
Compare destinations- Cost of living
- Moderate
- Property
- Moderate
- Healthcare
- Moderate
- Safety
- Very safe
- Climate
- Warm (~23°C)
- English
- Very widely spoken
- Expat community
- Very large
Talent/investment routes, no retiree visa, 7yr PR
Territorial, 17% top rate, no CGT
Life in Hong Kong
I am an individual who believes each day of our life is an experience that evolves us as a person, so learn and move forward with a smile.Where,…
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Your move plan
Hong Kong, one step at a time.
Thirteen steps, in the order most people tackle them. Each one links to the guide that walks you through it.
- 01Check which visa fits your moveRead the guide : Check which visa fits your move
- 02Work out your monthly budgetRead the guide : Work out your monthly budget
- 03Arrange health cover for your moveRead the guide : Arrange health cover for your move
- 04Understand how the health system worksRead the guide : Understand how the health system works
- 05Bring your pet, if you have oneRead the guide : Bring your pet, if you have one
- 06Find somewhere to rentRead the guide : Find somewhere to rent
- 07Open a local bank accountRead the guide : Open a local bank account
- 08Know your residency steps after you arriveRead the guide : Know your residency steps after you arrive
- 09Find a doctorRead the guide : Find a doctor
- 10Understand your tax positionRead the guide : Understand your tax position
- 11Sort out your driving licenceRead the guide : Sort out your driving licence
- 12Set up a phone and internetRead the guide : Set up a phone and internet
- 13Plan schools, if you're moving with childrenRead the guide : Plan schools, if you're moving with children
Plan your move
Answers for your move.
Free tools that turn big questions about Hong Kong into clear answers.
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- Compare cost of livingWhat your money is worth in Hong Kong.01
- Check retirement affordabilityWhere your pension clears the requirement.02
- Find visa optionsEvery route you could qualify for.03
- Get moving quotesUp to five free quotes from international movers.04
- Compare money transfer ratesFor large international transfers.05
The complete picture
The Hong Kong moving guide.
54 guides, from your visa to finding a vet. Start with the three most people need first.
Moving guide sponsored by- Start here · 01
Visas
Which visa fits your move, and how to apply.
- Start here · 02
Residency
Your residence permit, from first stay to long term.
- Start here · 03
Banking
Opening an account and moving money.
Visas, residency and work
6
Healthcare
7
Buying property
5
Health and wellbeing
8
Travel and transport
5
Driving and cars
5
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You won't be the first
Real people who made the move.
People who built a life in Hong Kong share what surprised them, what helped and what they'd do again. All Hong Kong stories
- Sai Kung
Helen Bannigan
I’m a mom, wife, entrepreneur, culturalist, and a lifetime advocate of making the world a better place by following my passions in…
- New Territories
Ben Zabulis
It’s a bit of a standing joke in our circles that a few years of procrastination was brought to a timely end…
- Yau Ma Tei (Kowloon)
Stewart McKay
My name is Stewart, and I am an English teacher currently living in Hong Kong. I'm originally from the UK.Where, when and…
Fresh from Hong Kong
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How To Register For Healthcare In Hong Kong
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