Preparing for Arrival
Welcome to CityUHK
Congratulations!
We are thrilled to have you here and excited for you to begin this new chapter in your life.
As a new student, there are many things to consider, and we want to make your transition as smooth as possible. Please read on and find out more about your forthcoming studies here.
Enjoy this exciting time in your life, and we look forward to welcoming you at CityUHK!
Please pay attention to the following essential items and complete them on time :
- Apply for Student Visa
- Apply for Student Residence
- Complete Online Pre-enrolment
- Take out Insurance
- Complete Online Course Registration
Before Departure
Student Visa
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/admo/student-visa-entry-permit
Accomodation
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/admo/accommodation
Health & Insurance
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/admo/university-contracted-insurance-plan
Cost of Living and Finance
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/admo/fees-and-scholarships?kind=nonlocal
Hong Kong At A Glance
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/admo/hong-kong-glance
Packing Your Luggage
https://www.cityu.edu.hk/admo/packing-your-luggage
When Should I Arrive in Hong Kong?
- Suggested time: Students are advised to arrive exactly one week before the semester starts or, for research postgraduate students, on the date when their housing term begins.
- Orientation week: An Orientation Programme for new students normally starts one week before the semester begins, which is also the start of the Student Residence housing term.
What Are the Points to Note If I Arrive Early?
- Students who have successfully applied for accommodation at the Student Residence but plan to arrive in Hong Kong before the housing term will need to find temporary accommodation off campus. For information on off-campus accommodation, please visit the Student Residence Office's website
What Should I Do If I Will Arrive Late?
- If students foresee that they cannot arrive for the new school year before the enrolment deadline, they should contact the respective units below as early as possible to request for a postponed enrolment:
- For undergraduate studies: Academic Regulations and Records Office
- For postgraduate studies: Chow Yei Ching School of Graduate Studies
- If you have been assigned a place at the student residence hall, please also inform Student Residence Office
- For undergraduate studies: Academic Regulations and Records Office
