The ins and outs of immigration visas
You can live anywhere in the world if you have enough money, writes Tiffany Ap
So you want to get out of Hong Kong. Perhaps you are tired of the crowds or the pollution. You dream of living in a country where the pavements are wide, the universities cheap and accessible and owning a house and garden is within the realm of possibility.
If you are looking to get out, immigration visas are often the best option. With that in mind, breaks down what you need to apply to some of the more popular destinations. We also explain how to get an investor visa for Hong Kong.
Investor visas can be divided into two categories. The first is an entrepreneur visa suited to those who want set up and run a business within that country. To qualify for this the applicant must point to a business track record, have lots of money and be able to prove that their investment would generate jobs or have other positive effects. Visas are decided case by case; applicants must persuade immigration officials that they would be good for the country economically.
Most people go for the second type of visa, which is aimed at passive investors. Here, people just need to have lots of cash. Many countries will grant residency based solely on bank balance.
