Posted by
Hecules
18 yrs ago
would like advice about working in Hong Kong for a few months a year teaching ice skating, school holidays only. I'm a professional instructor, visiting Hong Kong, but love this city and would appreciate advice about obtaining a working visa. I don't know whether the Government's recent pledge ahead of the 2012 Olympics would improve my chances of obtaining a working visa.
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hmm
18 yrs ago
Call the guys at the megabox maybe...
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sorry to say I wouldn't rate your chances very high...there are alot of local skating instructors at the various rinks in town...i doubt your skills (though no doubt extensive based on the title of this thread) would convince Immigration that they couldn't find them here. that is the main criteria they look at...can the job be filled by a local...and they're not likely to even consider it if your're only in it for a few months a year...btw, which discipline did you medal in? short or long track? canadians kick a** in speed skating!
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Thanks for the advice. It's what I guessed and I won't pursue it any further. And for your information it's short track and I'm a BC gold medal, amongst others.
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I wouldn't cut your chances short. There are overseas expats that teach all kinds of stuff in the local rinks. Your credentials sound like enough. Consider contacting the management of all local hockey rinks, because there are speed skating classes on offer.
I think your possibilities are considerably better than What funbobby says.
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that's not to say they acquired their visa as skating teachers....i did say his/her credential are good, BUT, a visa won't be issued for a few months work per year...school holidays only as OP states...no need to get one's hopes up
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As long as the company sponsors you it should be okay. There are some forms to fill out but also would be interesting to see if speed skating would attract some talent from HK. I know the Director at MegaIce (the only full size rink in HK) so if you want the contact pls PM me. Cheers.
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