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When you're in Hong Kong, time seems to pass so quickly. There's just a lot of things to do within oh-so-limited time. Even if we're backed with modern technology -- faster and more frequent…

There are several moving parts involved when you move apartments in Hong Kong. Whether you just arrived straight from overseas and occupying your first flat in the city, or moving from…

Quarry Bay is located in the Eastern District of Hong Kong island, traditionally an industrial and residential area. But it has seen tremendous growth of commercial real estate properties,…

Hong Kong’s high cost of living extends beyond the pricey homes. While the city provides great transport network from subway to double deckers to minibuses, fares have also creeped up in…

For the first time in 15 years, Hong Kong will undergo upgrading its identification system. In 2018, it initiated a series of HKID replacements as it introduces a new generation of smart ID…

Hong Kong’s Central Business District is located at an eponymous place that’s not necessarily the heart of the city geographically. But its significance is of great importance. Working in…

If you are applying for working, visitor or student visa in another country, you may be required to provide a certificate of no criminal conviction. This document helps countries evaluate…

Sadly, it’s not a surprise to hear people say that Hong Kong can be a stressful place to live. Of course, this level of stress varies with your level of tolerance and ability to adjust a new…

This sounds sad, but leaving Hong Kong has been part of many expats’ lives. Just as the joy and excitement of your arrival, there’s also that melancholic beat of bidding farewell. Hong Kong…

In general, unless a person has right of abode (right to land in Hong Kong), he or she requires a visa or entry permit to enter Hong Kong as a dependant. For immediate family members of…