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Originally Posted by bcrdukes
Hey this is a little bit off topic but I was born in Macau when the Portuguese was still the active gov't at the time. I left Macau 7 months after I was born during the time when Canada was open to immigrants. I don't have any proof of citizenship of Macau due to the fact that the administration of citizenship was disasterous.
My question is, is there any benefit in applying for a residency for Macau or is it not worth it at all? If it's worth getting, how would I go about doing it? I've tried searching online but there just isn't enough information. Any leads would be appreciated. Thanks!
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Birth Certificate and proof birth place. I don't know if they changed anything now though. It might be harder for you since you were so young when you moved.
To OP: I didn't get to read the rest of the thread but if both parents are hong kong residents and there is proof that at least one of them is still residing in Hong Kong and you apply for citizenship before the age of 18, then you are entitled FULL citizenship with all benefits. That is with 3 Stars, in which you can work, vote, get a 10 year China visa, etc. The only drawback is that you have to enter Hong Kong at least once in 3 years, or they automatically take away your 3 stars and you will have basic residence.
Hong Kong has a lettering system for identifying what category you fall in. For me it's AWOL (or something) or something which states that I was born outside of Hong Kong, but is a residence of Hong Kong with 3*'s. Other letters will indicate the status of your residency and the reason behind it. It's all very well though out.
RFlush you should be able to obtain a basic HKid as long as both your parents are citizens.
Talula: One of your parents have to be present at the time of the interview, unless they've changed the rule.