To apply for entry for study, the applicant should nominate a local sponsor first. Besides, if the applicant is under the age of 18, one of the applicant's parents should authorize the sponsor or his/her relative/friend in Hong Kong to be the guardian of the applicant. Supporting documents are:
1. Application for Entry for Study in Hong Kong (ID 995A)
2. The applicant's recent photograph (affixed on page 2 of the application form ID 995A)
3. Photocopy of the applicant's travel document containing personal particulars, date of issue, date of expiry and/or details of any re-entry visa held (if applicable).
4. Photocopy of the applicant's Hong Kong identity card (if any)
5. A letter of acceptance from the educational institution
6. One of the applicant's parents should authorise the sponsor or his/her relative/friend in Hong Kong to be the guardian of the applicant. A consent letter duly signed by both the guardian and one of the applicant's parents should be produced. [if the applicant is under the age of 18]
7. Photocopy of proof of the applicant's accommodation arrangement [if the applicant is under the age of 18]
8. Photocopy of proof of the applicant's financial support, e.g. bank statements, savings account passbooks, tax receipts and salary slips [if the sponsor is the educational institution]
Besides, there are forms and documents to be Submitted by the Sponsors.