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Immigration Offences

What is often overlooked by the public is that Hong Kong has always maintained strict immigration policies and measures. Immigration offences can take place in different contexts explained below.

Violation of Stay Conditions / Overstaying

Anyone who violates the valid stay conditions imposed by the Immigration Department commits an offence, punishable by a fine of up to HKD50,000 and imprisonment of 2 years Individuals who legally enter Hong Kong but overstay may also be arrested with violating stay conditions

Employing Illegal Workers

Employing individuals who are not legally allowed to work is a serious offence. If convicted, fines of up to HKD500,000 and imprisonment of 10 years may be faced

Making False Statements to Immigration Officers

Making false statements to the Immigration Department constitutes an offence. The range of penalties imposed can depend based on the severity of the circumstances but usually, imprisonment would be given