Living and Working in Hong Kong

Multicultural, diverse Hong Kong is the international business gateway to the Asia Pacific region. English is the main language used in commerce and banking and finance professionals worldwide are drawn to this cosmopolitan city with its rewarding working environment. If you are thinking about moving from another country to come and work in Hong Kong or China, Morgan McKinley can help you with all the questions you might have.

At Morgan McKinley, our specialist global recruitment consultants are on hand to offer advice and guidance for your concerns about working abroad. Our international recruitment experts can answer all of your questions and provide any advice you need about working in Hong Kong.

Living in Hong Kong – fast facts

• Hong Kong has a population of approximately 7 million, roughly half being well-educated professionals.
• Being subtropical, Hong Kong’s climate is perennially humid.
• Chinese and English are the most commonly spoken languages, with a significant proportion of the working population being bilingual. The native tongues are Cantonese and Mandarin.
• In Hong Kong, the currency is the Hong Kong dollar (HKD), although throughout the rest of China, the yuan (CNY) is common currency.
• It is not uncommon for the typical working week to be more than 50 hours.

Visa and tax requirements in Hong Kong

There are a number of items of identification and declaration that you will need in order to work in Hong Kong, including a valid visa. You can find out more information by contacting your nearest embassy or Hong Kong Consulate.Equally important to working in Hong Kong is a valid work permit and Hong Kong identification card. The Hong Kong ID card is a legal requirement under the Registration of Persons Ordinance and must be carried with you at all times. The Hong Kong ID card offers a number of benefits in transport and public services.

Our specialist consultants have been helping jobseekers manage their careers since 1988. In that time the Morgan McKinley name has become synonymous with exceptional levels of service, an in-depth knowledge of our markets and a proven track record in helping thousands of people find their perfect job in Finance, Accountancy and Banking.

Morgan McKinley provides help and guidance about working in a number of worldwide locations including Hong Kong and China. Contact us today to find out how we can help you with your global career ambitions.