Individual tax subsidies for overseas talent in the Greater Bay Area

In line with national policy guidelines, subsidies will be offered to highly skilled and in-demand overseas professionals (including individuals from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan) working in Futian District. These subsidies cover the difference between their personal income tax liabilities on the mainland and in Hong Kong.

For more information, contact: Futian District Human Resources Bureau

Tel: 0755-82918537

Individual tax concessions for Hong Kong residents in Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone

According to related national policy, Hong Kong residents employed in the Shenzhen Park of the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Cooperation Zone are eligible for exemption from personal income tax amounts exceeding their Hong Kong tax liability.

For further details, contact: Futian District Taxation Bureau (State Taxation Administration)

Tel: 12366

Short-term residential services for talent

The Futian Youth Hostel provides accommodation services with apartment-style living for up to five days. It is designed for youth from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan, young returnees, overseas youth, and other talents visiting Futian for innovation and entrepreneurship activities. Additionally, recent graduates may enjoy up to seven days of complimentary accommodation.

Application: https://home.szyouth.cn/

Support for the settlement of new youth talent

Newly introduced doctoral graduates aged 35 and below who are registered in Shenzhen, as well as doctoral graduates aged 35 and below from overseas including Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan working in Shenzhen for the first time, may apply for a living allowance of 100,000 yuan (US$13,862). Applications should be submitted to the Shenzhen Municipal Human Resources and Social Security Department.

For inquiries, contact: Shenzhen Municipal Human Resources and Social Security Bureau

Tel: 0755-88102030

Support for part-time doctoral degree students

Scientific research professionals and engineering and technical talents employed by science and technology-based SMEs in Futian are encouraged to pursue doctoral degrees in STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and math) at reputable universities while remaining employed. Applications must be submitted by the employer. Upon successful completion of their degrees, individuals will receive a one-time financial award of 100,000 yuan.

For more information, contact: Shenzhen Municipal Human Resources and Social Security Bureau

Tel: 0755-83456543

Support for innovation and entrepreneurship among youth from Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan

Housing support is provided at Talent Hostels serving as innovation and entrepreneurship platforms for youth from Guangdong, Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan. Internship subsidies are offered in accordance with the standards for college student internship bases in Futian. Professional service organizations are supported in delivering comprehensive innovation ecosystem services, including entrepreneurial team introductions, resource matchmaking, financing assistance, and event organization. Funding of up to 300,000 yuan per event is available for innovation and entrepreneurship competitions, exchange programs, and promotional activities targeting youth from these regions.

For more information, contact: Futian District Communist Youth League Committee

Tel: 0755-82536136

Support for human resources service industrial parks (Professional Buildings)

Support is extended for the development of human resources service industrial parks, including guidance on development planning, policy incentives, environmental optimization, organizational coordination, and oversight for talent cultivation, training exchanges, and recruitment. These efforts aim to optimize talent allocation in Futian. Annual funding of up to 10 million yuan is available for this initiative.

For details, contact: Futian District Human Resources Bureau

Tel: 0755-83456501