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Hong Kong Visa, Scotland

The Hong Kong visa allows those with British National (Overseas) status, who live and work in Hong Kong, to come to the UK, along with their immediate family. Hong Kong visa holders can work, study and settle in the UK. The UK government has established this visa route to facilitate the process.

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Hong Kong Visa

Visa holders will be able to apply for settled status after five years of residency in the UK and can apply for citizenship after a further year. This visa route provides numerous benefits and resources for BN(O) visa holders.

BN(O) status is a form of British nationality created for people from Hong Kong, so they could retain a form of British nationality after the handover in 1997.

If you apply for a Hong Kong visa, you will be expected to be able to support yourself and your dependents, with no reliance on public funds.

You may want to consult with an immigration lawyer when applying for a Hong Kong visa

Jones Whyte are highly experienced immigration solicitors and have handled a wide range of visa applications.

Requirements and Detailed Information

To apply for a Hong Kong visa, you will need to prove your British National (Overseas) status.

You will also need a valid travel document or passport.

Working with an immigration lawyer helps ensure your application is processed correctly within the immigration system and removes any delays.

Dependants and Immediate Family Members

If you apply for a Hong Kong visa, you and your immediate family members can come to the UK under the Hong Kong British National (Overseas) visa route. Eligible family members include

  • A spouse, civil partner, or unmarried partner.
  • Children (under the age of 18).
  • Adult children born on or after 1 July 1997 (and their spouse, or child under the age of 18).
  • Other family members (parents, grandparents, siblings) in exceptional circumstances where there is a high level of dependency.

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Our expert legal team helps people and businesses with clear, professional advice and steady support, from first contact through to the decision. When you get in touch, we will arrange an advice session to understand your circumstances and set out your options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

While it is not legally required to use a solicitor, engaging an immigration solicitor can significantly increase your chances of success with a BN(O) visa application. These applications involve complex documentation, financial evidence requirements, and strict Home Office criteria. Solicitors help you avoid common errors that could cause delays or refusals, ensure your financial independence is properly demonstrated, and guide you through the process from the initial application to achieving settled status after five years.

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