The Australian government has introduced two permanent residence visas for Hong Kong citizens amid concerns over Beijing’s controversial national security law in Hong Kong. It is estimated that about 8,800 existing temporary skilled, temporary graduate, and student visa holders will be eligible for these new visas from March 5, 2022. The subclass 191–the Hong Kong (regional) stream would focus on those who have lived, worked, and studied in designated regional areas for a continuous period of at least three years, while the Subclass 189–the Hong Kong stream is open to Hong Kong nationals who have lived in Australia for a continuous period of at least four years. Both Hong Kong and British National Overseas passport holders will be eligible to apply for the two visas, which allow for dependents. “These dedicated and simpler visa streams for Hong Kong nationals will attract skills and talent and build business links, helping to boost …