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The Hong Kong government doubled the money again
On May 29, the Hong Kong government announced
Details of the 2nd Batch of Consumer Voucher Program in 2023
Among them, the second phase of consumer coupons
Will be released on July 16th
It is expected to inject 13 billion yuan of consumption power into the market
Regarding the eligibility, amount, and method of receiving coupons, Xiaoxing will answer them one by one below!
Receiving eligibility and amount
01
Hong Kong permanent resident
Hong Kong permanent residents can receive the full amount, that is, 5,000 yuan consumption coupons.
02
new arrivals
Newcomers to Hong Kong can receive the full amount, that is, 5,000 yuan consumption coupons.
03
other eligible persons
Qualified persons who come to Hong Kong to live and study in Hong Kong through the Immigration Program will be issued a total of 2,500 yuan of consumption coupons.
Note: The above qualified persons must be 18 years old on or before May 29, 2023. In addition, the recipient must "have not left Hong Kong permanently or intends to leave Hong Kong permanently".
What does "have no intention to leave Hong Kong permanently" mean?
The Hong Kong government’s consumer voucher plan last year stated that the considerations include whether the person has submitted a valid application in accordance with the mandatory provident fund law on or before the specified date to “permanently leave Hong Kong” and withdraw his mandatory provident fund early before the age of 65. MPF or MPF-exempt occupational retirement scheme benefits.
This means that immigrant people cannot receive consumption vouchers.
collection method
The second phase of consumer coupons will continue to be issued with six payment methods, including Alipay Hong Kong (AlipayHK), WeChat Pay Hong Kong (WeChat Pay HK), Tap & Go, BoC Pay, PayMe from HSBC and Octopus.
Citizens who use Alipay Hong Kong (AlipayHK), WeChat Pay Hong Kong (WeChat Pay HK), Tap & Go, BoC Pay, and PayMe from HSBC to receive coupons can receive coupons directly.
Citizens who receive consumption coupons through Octopus can collect consumption coupons at public transport fare subsidy collection stations, designated convenience stores and supermarkets, Octopus service stations, or tap their cards through the Octopus mobile app.
Term of Use and Restrictions
The first consumption coupons received through Alipay Hong Kong (AlipayHK), WeChat Pay Hong Kong (WeChat Pay HK), Tap & Go, BoC Pay and PayMe from HSBC are valid until October 31; on July 16 The second phase of consumer coupons issued on the 1st will be valid until February 29, 2024.
Citizens using Octopus, if the total eligible spending reaches 3,000 yuan on or before June 30, they will be issued vouchers for the remaining 2,000 yuan on July 16.
If the total eligible consumption of citizens only reaches 3,000 yuan between July and October, the remaining 2,000 yuan consumption coupons will be issued on the 16th of the next month after reaching the standard. The deadline for collection is June 30, 2024.
It should be noted that these coupons can only be used in local retail, catering stores or online merchants, and cannot be used for government fees or exchanged for cash.
Transfer method and registration method
If you want to transfer the second phase of consumer coupons, you must go through the procedures from June 5 to 27, including the electronic registration platform and 9 temporary service centers.
Addresses of Temporary Service Centers
1
Hong Kong Island
34/F, Revenue Tower, 5 Gloucester Road, Wanchai [MTR Wanchai Station (Exit A5) / Convention and Exhibition Station (Exit B3)]
Room 1202, 12/F, Capital Plaza, 255 King's Road, North Point (MTR Fortress Hill Station (Exit B))
2
Kowloon
Room 1834-1838, 18th Floor, Pioneer Center, 750 Nathan Road, Mongkok (MTR Prince Edward Station (Exit B2))
Room D, 30th Floor, Ningjin Center, 7 Shing Yip Street, Kwun Tong [MTR Kwun Tong Station (Exit B1)]
3
New Territories
Room 906-907, 9th Floor, Garda Global Centre, 6 Sha Tsui Road, Tsuen Wan (near MTR Tsuen Wan West Station)
Leung King Community Center, Leung King Estate, Tuen Mun (Light Rail Leung King Station)
Tin Ching Community Hall, Tin Ching Estate, Tin Shui Wai, Yuen Long (Light Rail Tin Yuet Station)
Room 2310, 23rd Floor, Metropolis Plaza, 2 On Yiu Street, Shek Mun, Shatin (MTR Shek Mun Station (Exit C)
Conference Room, Kwong Fuk Community Hall, Kwong Fuk Estate, Tai Po (Take shuttle bus K18 at MTR Tai Po Market Station and get off at the terminus)
The opening hours of each temporary service center are from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, Monday to Saturday from 5 to 27 June 2023, except public holidays.
To avoid waiting in line, members of the public are requested to call the planning hotline 185000 to make an appointment in advance to go to the temporary service center.
In addition, newly eligible persons will receive consumption vouchers in two installments. The first phase of consumption coupons is 3,000 yuan and will be issued on July 16; the second phase of consumption coupons is 2,000 yuan and will be issued on October 16.
If you still have questions, you can go to the official website for relevant information.
https://www.consumptionvoucher.gov.hk/en/register.html
Hong Kong has always been known as one of the most livable cities in the world. One of the important reasons is that the government continues to provide comprehensive social welfare.
The "Consumer Voucher Program" fully reflects the Hong Kong government's concern and commitment to the welfare of citizens, allowing people to enjoy the improvement of their quality of life while their material conditions are met.
Hong Kong has achieved world-renowned achievements in welfare protection, which is one of the important reasons why this city attracts people to settle and explore here. If you are interested in planning a Hong Kong identity, please contact Xingyunhai International!
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