Permanent residence pathways for Hong Kong residents: How to apply

To be eligible for permanent residence under this public policy, you must apply from within Canada.

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You can now apply online using the permanent residence portal

You can now use our online immigration application (opens in a new tab) to apply for these pathways.

We use Canada Post’s epost Connect^TM service to make sure your application stays secure and your privacy is protected throughout the application process. If you can’t apply online, you may be able to apply another way.

If you’re a representative applying for a client

You can submit applications on behalf of your clients through epost. Create an epost account by following the steps below. Once you have an account, you can start at step 3 for all future applications.

Apply online through Canada Post epost Connect^TM

Step 1: Prepare and send an email

Enter this text into the subject line of your email: Request to apply for the Permanent Residence Pathways for Hong Kong Residents: [insert your unique client identifier (UCI) or passport number]

Include only the following details in the body of your email:

your name
the email you want to use to communicate with us
your UCI (which is found on your visa or permit) or your passport number

If you don’t have a UCI or passport number, explain why in your email. Don’t add any other information to your email.

Send your email to IRCC.HMHKPublicPolicy-MHPolitiquePubliqueHK.IRCC@cic.gc.ca. You’ll get an automatic reply within 1 hour to confirm we got your message. Make sure to check your spam folder.

Send your email only when you’re ready to submit your application. We won’t reply to any questions sent to this email address.

Step 2: Create an account with Canada Post

After you get the confirmation email from us, you’ll get an email from Canada Post within 5 business days asking you to sign up for an account. Make sure to check your spam folder, so you don’t miss it. You can also add connect@md-hs.epost.ca to your safe sender list.

When you get this email, follow the instructions to create your account.

You’ll use epost Connect only to submit your application. If we need more information from you, we’ll contact you at the email address you provided.

Step 3: Complete your application

Get the instruction guide

Read the instruction guide (IMM 5067) before you complete the forms. The guide will help you CANADA VISA FOR CROATIA CITIZENS them.

Get your checklist and forms

Checklist

Document checklist [IMM 0134] (PDF, 0.9 MB)

Use your checklist to make sure you include all the forms and documents you need.

Forms for you to fill out

Generic Application Form for Canada [IMM 0008] (PDF, 677 KB)
Schedule A – Background/Declaration [IMM 5669] (PDF, 1.52 MB)
Additional Family Information [IMM 5406] (PDF, 2.23 MB)
Supplementary Information – Your Travels [IMM 5562] (PDF, 1.75 MB)

If you’re applying under stream A (In-Canada graduates)

Schedule 7A – Permanent residence pathways for Hong Kong residents: Stream A – In-Canada graduates [IMM 0135] (PDF, 1.5 MB)

If you’re applying under stream B (Canadian work experience)

Schedule 7B – Permanent residence pathways for Hong Kong residents: Stream B – Canadian work experience [IMM 0136] (PDF, 1.5 MB)

Forms for you to fill out, if applicable

Additional Dependants/Declaration [IMM 0008 DEP] (PDF, 434 KB)
Use of a Representative [IMM 5476] (PDF, 1.48 MB)

Complete your forms

Use the instruction guide to fill out your forms.
Make sure you have Adobe Reader 10 or higher and JavaScript turned on. If you have trouble downloading a form, right-click the link and choose “Save Target As…”.
Complete the forms on your computer instead of by hand. It’s easier and reduces mistakes that can cause delays.

Step 4: Pay your fees

Our permanent residence fees have increased

The fees for all permanent residence applications increased on April 30, 2022. Learn more about why fees increased.

Your fees will include processing fees for you and anyone you include on your application. You must pay your fees online.

The instruction guide will help you understand which fees apply to you and how to pay them.

We recommend you pay the right of permanent residence fee at the same time as your application fees to avoid delays in your application.

Step 5: Submit your application

Upload your completed forms and documents to your epost account. If possible, upload or scan them in the order they appear in the document checklist.

We’ll review your application from there.

Immigration Pathways for Hong Kong Residents

There are two pathways to permanent residence for Hong Kong residents who have either worked or studied in Canada.

These new pathways have taken effect on June 8, 2021 and will expire on August 31, 2026.

Stream A is open to former Hong Kong residents who have graduated from a post-secondary learning institution in Canada within the last 3 years. The candidate must have completed at least 50 per cent of the program while being physically present in Canada, even if classes were online. The candidate:

Must have graduated with a degree, diploma (2 years or longer), or graduate or post-graduate credential (1 year or longer) from a post-secondary learning institution in Canada within the last 3 years;
Must meet the language requirements of CLB/NCLC 5 in English or in French;
Must have a valid temporary resident status in Canada;
Must intend to live in a province or territory other than Quebec.

Stream B is open to former Hong Kong residents who have graduated from a post-secondary learning institution in Canada or abroad, and have at least one year of work experience in Canada. For those who graduated abroad, they will need to provide an educational credential assessment (ECA) to show that their foreign credential is equivalent to a Canadian post-secondary one. The candidate:

Must have graduated with a degree, diploma (2 years or longer), or graduate or post-graduate credential (1 year or longer) from a post-secondary learning institution in Canada or abroad, within the last 5 years;
Must have at least 1 year of work experience in Canada within the last 3 years;
Must meet the language requirements of CLB/NCLC 5 in English or in French;
Must have a valid temporary resident status in Canada;
Must intend to live in a province or territory other than Quebec.

As is the case with other Canadian immigration programs, under these two streams, principal applicants may also include spouses, partners and dependent children in Canada.

The principal applicant must have a passport issued by one of:

the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China;
the United Kingdom to a British National Overseas, as a person born, naturalized or registered in Hong Kong.

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