In force 23 Mar 2024
Article 23 National Security Ordinance enacted (Safeguarding National Security Ordinance)
The Hong Kong SAR's own Article 23 national-security legislation (Safeguarding National Security Ordinance) was enacted on 23 March 2024, supplementing the 2020 National Security Law imposed by Beijing. Important context for movers — the law substantially expands sedition, treason, and state-secrets offences with extra-territorial reach. Practical impact for ordinary skilled workers is generally limited but worth understanding before relocation.
Who it affects: Broad context for any non-resident considering long-term Hong Kong residency.
Government of the Hong Kong SAR ↗ · Government Information Services (HK SAR) ↗ · verified 2026-04-19