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- UK BN(O) Visa Expansion: A major update today from the UK Home Office—the BN(O) visa route has been widened to cover the "lost generation" of adult children (born after 1997) of BN(O) status holders. This moves thousands of Hongkongers in their late 20s and 30s into the "settled worker" category in Britain, potentially easing talent shortages in UK fintech and nursing while increasing "brain drain" pressure on local HK firms.
- Youth Mobility Scheme Ballot: The first 2026 ballot for the UK-Hong Kong Youth Mobility Scheme opens today. 1,000 places are available for those aged 18–30, offering a 24-month window to live and work in the UK.
- Talent Pass Survey: A new compliance step was introduced this weekend for Top Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS) holders.They must now complete a mandatory online survey regarding their employment status before their visas can be extended.