10, 000 applications received for Guangdong scheme

It'll be implemented on 1 October.

According to a release, the Guangdong Scheme, which allows Hong Kong retirees living in Guangdong to receive their monthly old age allowance of $1,135 without returning to collect it each year, has received about 10,380 applications so far.

The Social Welfare Department will implement the scheme from October 1, and eligible citizens over 65 who have submitted applications will receive the allowance from that day.

Join Hong Kong Business community
Since you're here...

...there are many ways you can work with us to advertise your company and connect to your customers. Our team can help you dight and create an advertising campaign, in print and digital, on this website and in print magazine.

We can also organize a real life or digital event for you and find thought leader speakers as well as industry leaders, who could be your potential partners, to join the event. We also run some awards programmes which give you an opportunity to be recognized for your achievements during the year and you can join this as a participant or a sponsor.

Let us help you drive your business forward with a good partnership!

Top News

Chabaidao shares plummet 27% in HK debut
Analysts blame competition, weak sentiment for Chabaidao's disappointing debut.
Food & Beverage
Prime office rentals in Hong Kong plunge 9.5% YoY in Q1 2024
Overall, the Asia-Pacific region's prime office rental market reported a 3.2% YoY decrease.
Commercial Office