Study & Work Rules in Hong Kong 2026 — Complete Guide
A complete guide to student visa requirements and part-time work rules in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong offers a unique study experience where Eastern and Western cultures merge, with opportunities to learn English, Cantonese, and Mandarin simultaneously in an international business environment.
Student Visa
Type: Student Visa
Fee: HKD330 (revised September 2025; additional handling fee may apply if applying through a university)
Processing: 6–12 weeks (may be longer during peak periods)
Work Rules
During term: Full-time non-resident students at universities have had their part-time work hour limits provisionally lifted since November 1, 2024. Language school students and short-term exchange students should check individually.
Summer holidays (June–August): No hour or location restrictions.
An application to the Immigration Department is required. Students at non-approved schools are not eligible for part-time work.
Estimated Costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Language school (monthly) | approx. HKD7,500–15,000 |
| Living expenses (monthly) | approx. HKD10,000–17,000 |
| Accommodation (monthly) | approx. HKD5,000–15,000 (dormitory from HKD5,000; private rental from HKD8,000) |
| Student visa fee | HKD330 (revised September 2025) |
Use the MoveWorth.study simulator to estimate your total costs for studying in Hong Kong.
References
The information in this article is based on the following official sources.
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