Does Hong Kong have a digital nomad visa?
No — Hong Kong does not run a dedicated digital-nomad visa. Long-term stays generally go through a work-, study- or family-based permit, and the route is a moderate lift for a typical non-citizen mover.
The detail that matters: No nomad/retiree visa; entry via job/QMAS/TTPS. Territorial salaries tax, progressive to 17% (std 15%). PR after 7yr; no citizenship (China).
Tax for foreign residents in Hong Kong
For a foreign earner, Hong Kong's income is treated lightly. The country uses a territorial or remittance basis, so foreign-source income is often left largely untaxed locally, with a headline top personal rate around 17%. This is general information, not tax advice — confirm your own situation with a cross-border professional before you move.
From visa to permanent residency
If you're thinking past a year or two, check whether the stay builds toward settlement: in Hong Kong, permanent residency is reachable after about 7 years of residence. Immigration rules change often, so treat these as directional and verify the current policy with official sources.
Healthcare and insurance
Healthcare access for a foreigner in Hong Kong is easy to access. A mid-tier private health plan runs roughly $250 a month — most long-stay visas require proof of cover.