Employment Documents Required for Renewal
Under the TTPS renewal requirements, applicants must submit a valid employment contract or offer letter, which must clearly state details such as the position, monthly salary, benefits and employment period. Applicants who hold shares in a Hong Kong company must also provide relevant supporting documents.
In addition, applicants need to submit proof of salary, such as payslips for the most recent three months or bank records showing salary credited to their account. If the applicant changed jobs during the past year, they must submit a resignation letter from their previous employment stating the last day of work.
When applying, basic documents such as a Hong Kong identity card and travel document may also be required. On the company side, a business registration certificate and financial report may need to be provided, while applicants employed by a company must also submit the “Notification of Employment by Company” (ID 990B) completed by the employer.
Proof of Residence and Other Conditions
A renewal application also requires proof of residence in Hong Kong, including a tenancy agreement, utility bills (water, electricity and gas) and bank statements. In some cases, tax payment records or Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) contribution records may be required as supplementary materials.
The applicant must be physically present in Hong Kong when submitting the application and collecting the visa. All application forms should be signed personally by the applicant to confirm that all information is true and complete.
Common Questions on Avoiding a Visa Lapse
What Are the Core Documents Needed When Applying for Renewal?
The core documents include the Notification of Employment by Company (ID 990B), valid travel document, Hong Kong identity card, employment contract, proof of salary, and proof of residence. All documents must be complete and in order, and the applicant must ensure they are physically present in Hong Kong.
Will a Brief Period of Unemployment During the Period Affect Renewal?
If you changed jobs during the past year, you must submit a resignation letter stating your last day of work. It is advisable to maintain continuity of employment and provide sufficient evidence of being employed, such as contracts and payslips, to demonstrate a stable employment situation.
How Can You Ensure the Submitted Proof of Address Is Valid?
Valid proof of address includes a tenancy agreement, utility bills (water, electricity and gas) or bank statements. The name and address on the document must match the applicant’s details and reflect recent living arrangements.
In preparing for renewal, it is very important to understand the terms of local employment contracts and the background of the company. For example, you may refer to A Full Breakdown of Hong Kong Employment Contract Pitfalls 2026: Probationary Period Clauses, Non-compete Restrictions, Part-time Restrictions and Compensation Clauses to avoid contract clauses affecting your visa. If you have dependants, you may also consult Complete Guide to Dependant Visas 2026: How to Bring Your Spouse and Children to Hong Kong, Eligibility, Work Rights and Schooling Arrangements to understand the relevant requirements. In addition, tax bills or MPF records may need to be provided at renewal; if you work in Hong Kong, you may also browse Complete Guide to Hong Kong Civil Servants 2026: Salary Structure, Recruitment Examinations, Promotion Ladder and Retirement Benefits to understand the local salary system. Finally, if you are considering other immigration routes, Complete Guide to Investment Immigration (CIES) 2026: HK$30 million Asset Allocation, Permissible Investment Categories and Renewal Conditions provides details on renewal for investment immigration.