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2024 Policy Address: further talent-scheme refinements announced

In force Visa & immigration

The Chief Executive's October 2024 Policy Address announced further talent-scheme refinements: ongoing expansion of the eligible university list, further QMAS achievement-points criteria, exploration of a "high-value technology" subset of TTPS, and continued integration of the I&T-sector pathways with the Greater Bay Area initiatives. Several measures implemented late 2024 and 2025.

Who it affects

Future TTPS / GEP / QMAS applicants — signals continuing widening of admission policy.

Sources

Primary: Government of the Hong Kong SAR ↗

Corroborating: Government Information Services (HK SAR) ↗

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