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Working in Hong Kong
Relocating to a new country can be a daunting experience, but EdUHK is committed to ensuring a smooth transition for international hires. We provide comprehensive support to help you settle into life in Hong Kong and the vibrant Tai Po community.
- Pre-arrival Support
- Life in Hong Kong
- The Tai Po Community
- Useful Apps
- Visa Application: We provide guidance on visa applications, including information on the Top Talent Scheme. For more details, please visit the Immigration Department’s Visas/Entry Permits page.
- Accommodation: Options include serviced apartments, renting an apartment, and on-campus accommodation. For guidance on renting a domestic property, visit GovHK’s Renting a Domestic Property page.
- Finance and Insurance:
- Taxation: As a resident, you will be subject to Hong Kong’s progressive tax system, which only taxes income sourced within Hong Kong. Here are some resources to help you understand the taxation system:
- Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department: For detailed information on income tax, deductions, and exemptions, visit the Inland Revenue Department’s website.
- HKwelcomesU Taxation Page: Explore a comprehensive overview of taxation for newcomers here.
- Banking and Currency: Setting up a local bank account is essential for managing your finances. Most major banks in Hong Kong offer various services tailored to expatriates. Here’s what you need to know:
- Bank Account Setup: You will need to provide proof of identity, residency, and employment.
- Currency Exchange: Familiarise yourself with currency exchange rates and options available at local banks or exchange booths.
- Retirement Scheme: The Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) is a compulsory retirement savings scheme for employees in Hong Kong. Here’s what you need to know:
- Contributions: Employees and employers each contribute a percentage of the employee’s monthly income to the MPF. For detailed information on how it works, visit the MPF Authority.
- Choosing an MPF Scheme: You have the option to select your MPF scheme. You can use online MPF Comparison Tool to compare different schemes.
- Insurance: Having adequate insurance coverage is vital for your peace of mind. In Hong Kong, various types of insurance are available:
- Health Insurance: While Hong Kong has a robust public healthcare system, many expatriates opt for private health insurance for quicker access to services.
- Life and Accident Insurance: Many banks and insurance companies offer life and accident insurance policies. Consider getting coverage for added security.
- Taxation: As a resident, you will be subject to Hong Kong’s progressive tax system, which only taxes income sourced within Hong Kong. Here are some resources to help you understand the taxation system:
Hong Kong is a dynamic city that seamlessly blends Eastern and Western cultures, offering world-class dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities. Highlights include:
- Language & Culture: Learn more about Hong Kong’s rich cultural landscape at GovHK’s Hong Kong – theFacts page.
- Cost of Living: Understand the living expenses in Hong Kong by reading this article from Hong Kong Talent Engage: Amenities and Cost of Living.
- Dining and Shopping: Discover various dining options and shopping experiences in the city on HKwelcomesU’s Discovering Hong Kong page.
EdUHK’s Tai Po campus is situated in a peaceful, nature-filled area, providing a tranquil atmosphere that’s ideal for both work and relaxation. The local community is welcoming, and you’ll find nearby markets, restaurants, and recreational facilities to enjoy during your time off. Notable features include:
- Transportation: Access public transport options like minibus, bus and MTR, with more details available on the Transport Department’s Public Transport page.
- Education: For families considering education, nearby schools include The Education University of Hong Kong Jockey Club Primary School, Malvern College Hong Kong, and American School Hong Kong.
- Healthcare: The local healthcare system is robust, with facilities like the Alice Ho Miu Ling Nethersole Hospital available for your medical needs. Find more information on the GovHK Overview of the HealthCare System.
- Leisure Activities: Explore local attractions such as the Tai Po Mega Mall, Lam Tsuen Wishing Tree, Hong Kong Railway Museum, Tai Po Waterfront Park, Tsz Shan Monastery, and Science Park. More leisure options are listed on HKwelcomesU’s Living in Hong Kong page.
- Weather: Stay informed about local weather conditions through the Hong Kong Observatory.
- Safety and Emergencies: Familiarise yourself with emergency contacts and procedures by visiting GovHK’sGetting Emergency Help page.
Enhance your experience in Hong Kong with helpful apps, including:
- iAM Smart, Openrice, Deliveroo, Foodpanda, Keeta, HKeMobility, MTR Mobile, App1933, CitybusNWFB, HKTaxi, Octopus, and MyObservatory, which assist with everything from accessing GovHK online services, to food delivery and public transport navigation.
在港工作
搬遷到一個新的地方生活是一個挑戰，大學承諾為非本地員工提供全方位支持，助他們順利過渡。我們提供全面的支援，助你適應香港的生活，融入充滿活力的大埔社區。
- 抵港前的支援
- 香港生活
- 大埔社區
- 應用程式
- 簽證申請：我們提供簽證申請的支援，包括有關頂尖人才計劃的資料。欲了解更多詳情，請查閱入境事務處的簽證/入境許可頁面。
- 住宿：選擇包括服務式公寓、租住房屋和校園住宿。欲了解租用住宅的更多詳情，請查閱香港政府一站通的承租住宅物業頁面。
- 財務和保險：
- 稅務：香港居民必須遵守香港的稅制，該稅制只對源自香港境內的收入徵稅。以下網站可助您了解香港稅制：
- 銀行及貨幣：設立本地銀行賬戶有助你管理財務。香港大多數主要銀行提供專為外籍人士而設的各種服務。以下是您需要了解的事項：
- 設立銀行賬戶：你需要提供身份證明、居住證明和工作證明。
- 貨幣兌換：熟悉本地銀行或兌換亭的貨幣兌換匯率和選擇。
- 退休計劃：強積金（MPF）是香港員工的強制性退休儲蓄計劃。以下是你需要了解的事項：
- 保險：保險能夠保障你的身心。在香港，有多種保險可供選擇：
- 醫療保險：雖然香港擁有健全的公共醫療系統，許多外籍人士仍選擇私人醫療保險以獲得更快的醫療服務。
- 人壽和意外保險：許多銀行和保險公司提供人壽和意外保險政策。你可考慮購買保險以增加保障。
香港是一個充滿活力的城市，無縫融合東西方文化，提供世界級的餐飲、娛樂和戶外活動。其中包括：
- 語言和文化：你可在香港政府一站通網站了解更多香港豐富的文化面貌。
- 生活成本：香港人才服務辦公室的文章《設施及生活成本》簡述了香港的生活開支。
- 餐飲和購物：HKwelcomesU的網站提供了全面的餐飲和購物指南。
香港教育大學的大埔校園坐落在一個寧靜、充滿大自然氣息的地區，是一個理想的工作與生活環境。大埔居民熱情好客，你可以在空閒時間探索附近的市場、美食和娛樂設施，其中包括：
- 交通：香港交通方便，有小巴、巴士、地鐵等公共交通選項，請查閱運輸署的公共交通頁面了解更多詳情。
- 教育：對於有學童就學考慮家庭，附近的學校包括香港教育大學賽馬會小學、香港墨爾文國際學校和香港美國學校。
- 醫療保健：本地的醫療系統完善，大埔區有雅麗氏何妙齡那打素醫院。請查閱香港政府一站通的香港醫療體制簡介頁面以了解更多。
- 休閒活動：探索本地景點，如大埔新都會商場、林村許願樹、香港鐵路博物館、大埔海濱公園、慈山寺和科學園。請查閱HKwelcomesU了解更多。
- 天氣：你可通過香港天文台了解本港天氣情況。
- 安全與緊急情況：請查閱香港政府一站通的尋求緊急援助頁面，了解緊急求助方法和程序。
你可下載以下的應用程式，提升你在港體驗，包括：
- 智方便、Openrice、Deliveroo、Foodpanda、Keeta、HKeMobility、MTR Mobile、App1933、CitybusNWFB、HKTaxi、Octopus 和 MyObservatory，這些應用程序能協助你處理各項事宜，包括使用 GovHK 的網上服務、訂購外賣，以及導航公共交通工具等。
在港工作
搬迁到一个新的地方生活是一个挑战，大学承诺为非本地员工提供全方位支持，助他们顺利过渡。 我们提供全面的支援，助你适应香港的生活，融入充满活力的大埔社区。
- 抵港前的支援
- 香港生活
- 大埔社区
- 应用程序
- 签证申请：我们提供签证申请的支援，包括有关顶尖人才计划的资料。 欲了解更多详情，请查阅入境事务处的签证/入境许可页面。
- 住宿：选择包括服务式公寓、租住房屋和校园住宿。 欲了解租用住宅的更多详情，请查阅香港政府一站通的承租住宅物业页面。
- 财务和保险：
- 税务：香港居民必须遵守香港的税制，该税制只对源自香港境内的收入征税。 以下网站可助您了解香港税制：
- 银行及货币：设立本地银行账户有助你管理财务。 香港大多数主要银行提供专为外籍人士而设的各种服务。 以下是您需要了解的事项：
- 设立银行账户：你需要提供身份证明、居住证明和工作证明。
- 货币兑换：熟悉本地银行或兑换亭的货币兑换汇率和选择。
- 退休计划：强积金（MPF）是香港员工的强制性退休储蓄计划。 以下是你需要了解的事项：
- 保险：保险能够保障你的身心。 在香港，有多种保险可供选择：
- 医疗保险：虽然香港拥有健全的公共医疗系统，许多外籍人士仍选择私人医疗保险以获得更快的医疗服务。
- 人寿和意外保险：许多银行和保险公司提供人寿和意外保险政策。 你可考虑购买保险以增加保障。
香港是一个充满活力的城市，无缝融合东西方文化，提供世界级的餐饮、娱乐和户外活动。 其中包括：
- 语言和文化：你可在香港政府一站通站点了解更多香港丰富的文化面貌。
- 生活成本：香港人才服务办公室的文章《设施及生活成本》简述了香港的生活开支。
- 餐饮和购物：HKwelcomesU的网站提供了全面的餐饮和购物指南。
香港教育大学的大埔校园坐落在一个宁静、充满大自然气息的地区，是一个理想的工作与生活环境。 大埔居民热情好客，你可以在空闲时间探索附近的市场、美食和娱乐设施，其中包括：
- 交通：香港交通方便，有小巴、巴士、地铁等公共交通选项，请查阅运输署的公共交通页面了解更多详情。
- 教育：对于有学童就学考虑家庭，附近的学校包括香港教育大学赛马会小学、香港墨尔文国际学校和香港美国学校。
- 医疗保健：本地的医疗系统完善，大埔区有雅丽氏何妙龄那打素医院。 请查阅香港政府一站通的香港医疗体制简介页面以了解更多。
- 休闲活动：探索本地景点，如大埔新都会商场、林村许愿树、香港铁路博物馆、大埔海滨公园、慈山寺和科学园。 请查阅HKwelcomesU了解更多。
- 天气：你可通过香港天文台了解本港天气情况。
- 安全与紧急情况：请查阅香港政府一站通的寻求紧急援助页面，了解紧急求助方法和程序。
你可下载以下的应用程序，提升你在港体验，包括：
- 智方便、Openrice、Deliveroo、Foodpanda、Keeta、HKeMobility、MTR Mobile、App1933、CitybusNWFB、HKTaxi、Octopus 和 MyObservatory，这些应用程序能协助你处理各项事宜，包括使用 GovHK 的网上服务、订购外卖，以及导航公共交通工具等。
Message from our staffs
Michelle Lai
Working at EdUHK has been incredibly rewarding. As a lecturer in the Faculty of Education, I’m surrounded by passionate colleagues dedicated to shaping future educators. The university’s commitment to innovation in teaching methods and educational research creates an inspiring environment. I particularly appreciate the opportunities for professional development and collaborative projects with local schools.
Michael Lam
Being a researcher at EdUHK has opened up numerous opportunities for me. The university’s strong focus on educational research and its state-of-the-art facilities have been instrumental in advancing my work. I value the interdisciplinary collaborations and the support for attending international conferences. EdUHK’s connections with the education sector provide real-world context to our research projects.
Miranda Lau
As a librarian at EdUHK, I find great satisfaction in supporting students and faculty in their academic pursuits. Our library’s extensive resources and digital innovations make it a hub for learning. The university’s commitment to information literacy aligns perfectly with my professional goals. I appreciate the collaborative atmosphere among staff and the opportunities for continuous learning.
- Pre-arrival Support
- Life in Hong Kong
- The Tai Po Community
- Useful Apps
- Visa Application: We provide guidance on visa applications, including information on the Top Talent Scheme. For more details, please visit the Immigration Department’s Visas/Entry Permits page.
- Accommodation: Options include serviced apartments, renting an apartment, and on-campus accommodation. For guidance on renting a domestic property, visit GovHK’s Renting a Domestic Property page.
- Finance and Insurance:
- Taxation: As a resident, you will be subject to Hong Kong’s progressive tax system, which only taxes income sourced within Hong Kong. Here are some resources to help you understand the taxation system:
- Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department: For detailed information on income tax, deductions, and exemptions, visit the Inland Revenue Department’s website.
- HKwelcomesU Taxation Page: Explore a comprehensive overview of taxation for newcomers here.
- Banking and Currency: Setting up a local bank account is essential for managing your finances. Most major banks in Hong Kong offer various services tailored to expatriates. Here’s what you need to know:
- Bank Account Setup: You will need to provide proof of identity, residency, and employment.
- Currency Exchange: Familiarise yourself with currency exchange rates and options available at local banks or exchange booths.
- Retirement Scheme: The Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) is a compulsory retirement savings scheme for employees in Hong Kong. Here’s what you need to know:
- Contributions: Employees and employers each contribute a percentage of the employee’s monthly income to the MPF. For detailed information on how it works, visit the MPF Authority.
- Choosing an MPF Scheme: You have the option to select your MPF scheme. You can use online MPF Comparison Tool to compare different schemes.
- Insurance: Having adequate insurance coverage is vital for your peace of mind. In Hong Kong, various types of insurance are available:
- Health Insurance: While Hong Kong has a robust public healthcare system, many expatriates opt for private health insurance for quicker access to services.
- Life and Accident Insurance: Many banks and insurance companies offer life and accident insurance policies. Consider getting coverage for added security.
- Taxation: As a resident, you will be subject to Hong Kong’s progressive tax system, which only taxes income sourced within Hong Kong. Here are some resources to help you understand the taxation system:
Hong Kong is a dynamic city that seamlessly blends Eastern and Western cultures, offering world-class dining, entertainment, and outdoor activities. Highlights include:
- Language & Culture: Learn more about Hong Kong’s rich cultural landscape at GovHK’s Hong Kong – theFacts page.
- Cost of Living: Understand the living expenses in Hong Kong by reading this article from Hong Kong Talent Engage: Amenities and Cost of Living.
- Dining and Shopping: Discover various dining options and shopping experiences in the city on HKwelcomesU’s Discovering Hong Kong page.
EdUHK’s Tai Po campus is situated in a peaceful, nature-filled area, providing a tranquil atmosphere that’s ideal for both work and relaxation. The local community is welcoming, and you’ll find nearby markets, restaurants, and recreational facilities to enjoy during your time off. Notable features include:
- Transportation: Access public transport options like minibus, bus and MTR, with more details available on the Transport Department’s Public Transport page.
- Education: For families considering education, nearby schools include The Education University of Hong Kong Jockey Club Primary School, Malvern College Hong Kong, and American School Hong Kong.
- Healthcare: The local healthcare system is robust, with facilities like the Alice Ho Miu Ling Nethersole Hospital available for your medical needs. Find more information on the GovHK Overview of the HealthCare System.
- Leisure Activities: Explore local attractions such as the Tai Po Mega Mall, Lam Tsuen Wishing Tree, Hong Kong Railway Museum, Tai Po Waterfront Park, Tsz Shan Monastery, and Science Park. More leisure options are listed on HKwelcomesU’s Living in Hong Kong page.
- Weather: Stay informed about local weather conditions through the Hong Kong Observatory.
- Safety and Emergencies: Familiarise yourself with emergency contacts and procedures by visiting GovHK’sGetting Emergency Help page.
Enhance your experience in Hong Kong with helpful apps, including:
- iAM Smart, Openrice, Deliveroo, Foodpanda, Keeta, HKeMobility, MTR Mobile, App1933, CitybusNWFB, HKTaxi, Octopus, and MyObservatory, which assist with everything from accessing GovHK online services, to food delivery and public transport navigation.
EdUHK is here to support you every step of the way as you embark on your journey in Hong Kong!
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