The New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (“New CIES” or the “Scheme”) has been launched and started accepting applications on 1 March 2024. It aims to enrich the talent pool in and attracts more new capital to Hong Kong, infusing the economy with renewed vigor
With its low tax regime and favourable business environment, Hong Kong maintains its advantage as an international financial centre. Manulife, as a trusted name in Hong Kong for over 125 years, has grown to become one of the top-tier providers of financial services. We offer a diverse range of insurance products, as well as wealth and asset management solutions to help people make their decisions easier and lives better.
According to the rules set by the Immigration Department and Invest Hong Kong, the minimum investment threshold for the Scheme is HK$30 million (or equivalent in foreign currencies). To meet the investment requirements under the Scheme, applicants must invest a minimum of HK$27 million in permissible financial assets and/or non-residential real estate in Hong Kong. Additionally, they must invest at least HK$3 million into the CIES Investment Portfolio, with a view to supporting the development of the innovation and technology industry and other strategic industries that are beneficial to the long-term development of Hong Kong’s economy.
As one of the eligible financial intermediaries under the NEW CIES, Manulife1 is a trusted partner on your wealth journey, together with our strong team of financial planners and a range of financial products covering different investment areas, we cater your needs and assist you in the investment of permissible financial assets and wealth management.
Under the New CIES, eligible collective investment schemes are a type of permissible investment assets (under the category of permissible financial assets). Manulife InvestChoice platform offers a range of New CIES eligible funds, including funds managed by Manulife Investment Management as well as third-party fund houses. These funds cover different investment regions and asset classes for applicants to choose from.
Eligible customers who open a new Manulife InvestChoice account under the New CIES during the Promotion Period and enter the promo code "CIES2" can enjoy account opening rewards and a 0% fund subscription fee offer*!
1Manulife refers to Manulife (International) Limited (Incorporated in Bermuda with limited liability) and Manulife Investment Management (Hong Kong) Limited.
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2 Nationals of Afghanistan, Cuba, and Democratic People's Republic of Korea are excluded. The list of excluded countries/regions will be reviewed by the Security Bureau/Immigration Department from time to time. Stateless persons who have obtained permanent resident status in a foreign country with proven re-entry facilities will be eligible under the Scheme.
3The total investment amount of ownership interest in private limited partnership funds and private open-ended fund companies under the eligible collective investment schemes mentioned in this paragraph, is subject to an aggregate cap of HK$10 million
The above information regarding the Scheme is provided for reference only. For more details, please visit the InvestHK’s New CIES website.
*Please click on ‘promotion details’ to check the relevant reward Terms and Conditions.
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