Teach in Hong Kong with an Accredited Level 5 TEFL Diploma

Yes, in general, unless you have the right of abode or the right to land in Hong Kong. The Immigration Department states that everyone else needs a visa or entry permit to work there. Overseas professionals apply under the General Employment Policy, and the employing company supplies the employment contract or letter of appointment plus company documents. Processing normally takes four weeks once all required documents and the fee are received.

A good education background, normally a first degree in the relevant field, although good technical qualifications, proven professional abilities or relevant experience may be accepted in special circumstances. You also need a genuine vacancy, a confirmed job offer relevant to your qualifications or experience that the local workforce cannot readily take up, and a pay package broadly in line with the market for professionals in Hong Kong.

Native speakers of English, or people with native speaker English competence, who meet the Education Bureau's qualification rules. NETs joining from 2025/26 need a relevant bachelor's degree majoring in English, or any bachelor's degree plus a higher degree in English or a related subject, a PGDE majoring in English Language, and a TEFL or TESL qualification at least at certificate level. Contracts run two years from mid August.

Yes. Premier TEFL courses are studied online at your own pace, with 24/7 access, tutor support and optional live Zoom classes, so you can finish before you travel. That lets you work through the modules while your employer prepares the contract and company documents the Immigration Department asks for under the General Employment Policy. You receive an instant digital certificate when you finish, plus lifetime job assistance.

The 180 hour Government Regulated Level 5 TEFL Diploma, Ofqual reference 610/1572/6, suits most people heading to Hong Kong. It is a recognized Level 5 qualification that employers can verify on the UK government register. The 120 hour Accredited Online TEFL Course is the starting option, and the 300 hour Level 5 Master TEFL Advanced Diploma, Ofqual reference 6101574X, is the step up for a stronger profile.