Visa Information
 

 

You are required to obtain a student visa to study in the host country. Check with the relevant consulate for detailed description of the requirements and obtain a student visa application package. The following is a list of documents required for application of student visas to various countries and related information.

Australia
Belgium
Canada
Denmark
France
Finland
Germany
Japan
Italy
Korea
Mexico
Netherlands
New Zealand
Singapore
Switzerland
United Kingdom
United States of America


Australia

Required Documents:
• A completed 157A form
• 1 passport-sized photo
• Medical and X-ray reports and confirmation of payment for the OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover)
• Letter of acceptance from the host university
• Certifying letter from OAL (optional)
• Copy of passport
Address: 23/F, Harbour Centre, 25 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Tel: 2827 8881
Fax: 2585 4457
Website: http://www.australia.org.hk
Office hour: Mon to Fri (9:00am to 12:00noon)
Fee: HK$2,400 (AUD410) by credit card or cheque only
Processing time: 1- 2 week(s)


Belgium

Required Documents:
• 3 completed application forms
• 3 passport-sized photos
• 2 copies of recent medical reports from a doctor appointed by the Consulate
• 2 copies of HKID card
• 2 copies of passport
• 2 copies of recent non-criminal record (letter from the Consulate is needed in order to apply for the certificate at the Hong Kong Police)
• Financial guarantees from your parents (the sponsor has to sign the guarantee letters in person)
• Letter of admission from the host university
Address: 9/F, St. John's Building, 33 Garden Road, Central, Hong Kong
Tel: 2524 3111
Fax: 2868 5997
Office hour: Mon to Fri (9:45am to 12:00noon)
Fee: HK$500
Processing time: 6 - 8 weeks


Canada

Required Documents:
• Completed application form and family composition form
• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date you depart for Canada
• Original of acceptance letter from host university plus one photocopy
• 2 passport-sized photos
• Receipt of your CUHK tuition fee paid
• Original transcripts and public examination certificates, i.e. HKCEE, HKALE and TOEFL
• Certifying letter from OAL (optional)
• Brief explanation of your long term study plans and your reasons for studying in Canada
• Financial proof (e.g. an original bank draft or money order for a minimum of CND10,000 in your own name, proofs of family or sponsor income and scholarships received)
• If student is attending McQGill University, you should obtain a certificat d'acceptation (CAQ) from the Government of Quebec
Address: 12/F, Tower One, Exchange Square, 8 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong
Tel: 2847 7555
Fax: 2847 7493
Website: http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/hongkong/
Office hour: Mon to Fri (8:00am to 12:00noon), Wed (Closed)
Fee: HK$750 (CND125)
Processing time: Within 2 months


Denmark

Required Documents:
• 2 completed application forms with photo affixed (not stapled)
• Passport must be valid for at least 2 months after the date you plan on leaving Denmark
• Return ticket to Hong Kong
• Itinerary (detailed travel plan)
• Letter of acceptance from the host university
• Certifying letter from OAL (optional)
• Financial proof (at least DKK4,200 per month)
Address: Room 2402B Great Eagle Centre, 23 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Tel: 2827 8101
Fax: 2827 4555
Office hour: Mon to Fri (10:00am - 12:00noon)
Fee: HK$825 - $1,650
Processing time: Within 1 month


France

Required Documents:
• 2 completed long stay visa application forms
• Passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan on leaving France
• 2 passport-sized photos
• Letter of acceptance from the host university
• Financial guarantees from your parents
1) Your birth certificate
2) Letter of guarantee from your parents
3) Your parents' passports
• Resume
• Letter of motivation explaining the purpose of studies in France
• Plane ticket
(You must first contact the Cultural and Scientific Department at 3196 6208 or send an email to etu@france.com.hk for an appointment. You are then required to make an appointment with the Visas Department by calling 3196 6100 or send an email to dominique.lepine@diplomatie.fr. All documents should be submitted with one copy.)
Address: 26/F, Tower II, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, Hong Kong
Tel: 3196 6100
Fax: 3196 6101
Website: http://www.consulfrance-hongkong.org
Office hour: Mon to Fri (9:00am - 1:00pm) - Visa applications are only available by appointment in the afternoons
Fee: To be determined by the Consulate
Processing time: 2 - 4 weeks


Finland

Required Documents:
• Completed application form
• 2 passport-sized photos
• Letter of acceptance from the host university
Address: Suites 2405 - 2408, 24/F, Dah Sing Financial Centre, 108 Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Tel: 2525 5385
Fax: 2810 1232
E-mail: sanomat.hng@formin.fi
Fee: HK$630 (Euro 67)


Germany

Required Documents:
• Completed application form
• Passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan on leaving Germany
• 2 passport-sized photos
• Letter of acceptance from the host university or course registration confirmation
• Financial proof (such as your recent bank book, bank statement or fix deposit statement equivalent to DM1,000/month have to be reckoned)
• Proof of health insurance
• Hong Kong student identification
• Certifying letter from OAL (optional)
(All documents must be presented in English or German, and in orginal plus 2 copies)
Address: 21/F, United Centre, 95 Queensway Road, Central, Hong Kong
Tel: 2105 8788 / 2105 8777
Fax: 2865 2033
Website: http://www.germanconsulate-hongkong.org/en/home/index.html
Office hour: Mon to Tue (8:30am - 12:00noon) (2:00pm - 3:00pm), Wed to Fri (8:30am - 12:00noon)
Fee: Euro 25
Processing time: Within 1 month


Japan

Required Documents:
• Original (plus 1 copy) of the Certificate of Eligibility
• 1 passport-sized photo
• Certifying letter from OAL (optional)
Address: 46/F, Tower I, Exchange Square, 8 Connaught Place, Central, Hong Kong
Tel: 2522 1184
Fax: 2845 5360 / 2524 3808
Website: http://www.hk.emb-japan.go.jp
Office hour: Mon to Fri (9:30am - 12:00noon) (1:30pm - 4:30pm)
Fee: HK$80 (¥3,000 for single entry)
Processing time: 2 working days


Italy

Required Documents:
• Completed application form
• Passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan on leaving Italy
• 1 passport-sized photo
• Proof of residence in Hong Kong
• Letter of acceptance from the host university
• Financial proof of coverage for necessary expenses
• Proof of health insurance
• Proof of flight reservation
• Hong Kong student identification
• Certifying letter from OAL (optional)
Address: Suite 3203-6, 32/F, ICBC Tower, 3 Garden Road, Central, Hong Kong
Tel: 2522 0033
Website: http://www.italianconsulate.org.hk
Office hour: Mon to Fri (9:00am - 12:00noon)
Fee: HK$393 (Euro 50)
Processing time: To be determined by the Consulate


Korea

Required Documents:
• Completed application form
• 1 passport-sized photo
• Letter of acceptance from the host university
• Certifying letter from OAL
• Photocopy of HK ID Card
• Photocopy of CUHK Student Card
Address: 5-6/F, Far East Finance Centre, 16 Harcourt Road, Central, Hong Kong
Tel: 2528 3666
Fax: 2861 3699
Website: http://hkg.mofat.go.kr
Office hour: Mon to Fri (9:00am - 12:30noon) (2:00pm - 5:30pm)
Fee: HK$400 (USD50)
Processing time: 3 days


Mexico

Required Documents:
• Completed application form
• 2 passport-sized photos
• Photocopy of passport which is valid for at least 6 months
• Photocopy of HK ID Card
• Letter of acceptance from the host university
• Certifying letter from OAL (optional)
Address: 1304-5 Great Eagle Centre, 23 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Office hour: Mon to Fri (9:00am - 1:00pm)
Fee: To be determined by the Consulate
Processing time: 3 days


The Netherlands

Required Documents:
• 2 copies of completed application form
• 2 passport-sized photos
• 2 copies of certified birth certificate
• 2 copies of HK ID Card
• 2 copies of letter of acceptance from the host university
• Certifying letter from OAL (optional)
Address: Suite 5702, Cheung Kong Centre, 2 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong
Tel: 2522 5127
Office hour: Mon to Fri (9:00am - 1:00pm)
Fee: HK$450
Processing time: 2 to 3 months


New Zealand

Required Documents:
• Completed application form
• 1 passport-sized photo
• Passport must be valid for at least 3 months after the date you plan on leaving New Zealand
• Copy of HK Indentification Card
• Completed "Financial Undertaking for a Student" form
• Bank statement proof of NZ$10,000 per year
• Receipt of paid CUHK tuition fee
• Original letter of acceptance from the host university
• Guarantee of accommodation
• Certifying letter from OAL (optional)
Address: Suite 6508. 65/F, Central Plaza, 18 Harcourt Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Tel: 2877 4488
Fax: 2877 0586
Website: http://www.nzembassy.com
Office hour: Mon to Fri (9:00am - 12:30pm) (2:00pm - 4:00pm)
Fee: NZ$200 (HK$1,000)
Processing time: 4 days


Singapore

Required Documents:
• Electronic submission (SOLAR):
• Valid travel document
• Letter of Offer to take up a course from the Institute of Higher Learning (IHL) in Singapore
• Notification from IHL providing you with the information to submit your Student's Pass application electronically
• Mail submission:
• 2 copies of completed Form 16
• 2 passport-sized photos
• Applicant's valid passport
• Letter of acceptance from the host university
• Certifying letter from OAL (optional)
Address: Unit 901, 9/F, Admialty Centre Tower I, 18 Harcourt Road, Hong Kong
Tel: 2527 2212
Fax: 2866 1239
Website: http://app.ica.gov.sg
Office hour: Submission (10:00am - 12:00noon), Collection (4:00pm - 5:30pm)
Fee: S$40
Processing time: SOLAR (3 working days), Mail (5 weeks upon receipt)


Switzerland

Required Documents:
• 3 completed application forms
• 3 passport-sized photos
• 3 copies of passport which is valid for at least 6 months
• Copy of HK ID Card
• 3 copies of letter of acceptance from the host university
Address: Suite 6206-07, Central Plaza, 18 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Tel: 2522 7147
Fax: 2845 2619
Website: http://www.eda.admin.ch/hongkong_cg/e/home.html
Office hour: Mon to Fri (9:00am - 12:00noon)
Fee: HK$340
Processing time: 2 months


United Kingdom

Required Documents:
Completed application form
• 2 passport-sized photos
• Copies of valid passport
• 2 copies of HK ID Card
• Letter of acceptance from the host university
• Certifying letter from OAL (optional)
• Address: The Visa Section, 3/F, The British Consulate-General, 1 Supreme Court Road, Hong Kong
Tel: 2901 3111
Fax: 2901 3347
Office hour: Submission: Mon to Fri (8:45am - 11:00am)
Collection: Mon to Fri (3:30pm - 4:30pm)
Fee: TBC
Processing time: TBC


United States of America

Required Documents:
• Complete application forms DS-156, DS-157 (for males between the ages of 16-45 only) and DS-158. Form DS-156 may be completed online and printed out for the interview. Form DS-158 can be downloaded from the Consulate General's website.
• 1 passport-sized photo
• Original I-20 or DS-2019 form sent by the host university
• Original of school transcripts and public examinations certificates, i.e. HKCEE, HKALE and TOEFL
• Original of the sponsor's most recent Inland Revenue Department salaries or profits tax forms, the sponsor's bank book and/or fixed deposit certificates
• Proof of your relationship to the sponsoe (such as birth certificate)
• Certifing letter from OAL (optional)
• Receipt for visa pplication fee of $800 (pay at Dah Sing Bank Ltd.)
Address: 26 Garden Road, Central, Hong Kong
Tel: 2523 9011
Fax: 2845 1598
Website: http://www.usconsulate.org.hk
Office hour: Mon to Fri (8:30am - 12:30pm) (1:30pm - 5:30pm)
Fee: HK$800
Processing time: 1 day