Q2. What is the definition of a non-local student?
A "non-local student" is defined as one who requires a student visa to study in Hong Kong or is staying in Hong Kong under the "Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates". Non-local students who possess only a visitor or a tourist visa cannot commence their studies until they have obtained student visas.
For dependant visa / entry permit holders who were 18 years old or above when they were issued with such visa / entry permit by the Director of Immigration, they will be regarded as non-local students and should follow the regulations for non-local students.
For holders of IANG Visa, Dependent Visa, Working Permit or etc
If you wish to change your current visa type to a student visa, you should submit your student visa application, with a handling charge of HK$600, to the Academic Registry (AR) at least 8 weeks before your visa expires. Please follow the application procedures outlined in Q18. You should complete the dedicated application form provided by the Immigration Department (IMMD) and submit it together with other support documents required in hardcopy to the AR Service Centre located at M101. For details, please visit the IMMD website at https://www.immd.gov.hk/eng/services/visas/study.html.
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