Student Visa / Entry Permit vs Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
Student visa comparison: Hong Kong and Indonesia. Tuition, work rights, financial requirements and post-study pathways.
Overview
 HK
Student Visa / Entry Permit
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 ID
Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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| Country | Hong Kong | Indonesia |
| Program type | Full time | Full time |
| Status | Active | Active |
At a glance
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HK
Student Visa / Entry Permit
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ID
Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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| Initial duration | — | 12 mo |
| Proof of funds | — | $2,000 |
| Application fee | — | — |
| Work during study | Yes | No |
| Post-study visa | Yes | No |
Tuition
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HK
Student Visa / Entry Permit
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ID
Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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| Tuition policy | Full fee | Full fee |
| Tuition-free scope | None | None |
| Tuition minimum | $11,500 | — |
| Tuition maximum | $34,000 | — |
| Scholarships available | Yes | Yes |
Duration
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HK
Student Visa / Entry Permit
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ID
Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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| Initial duration | — | 12 months |
| Maximum duration | 72 months | 48 months |
| Renewable | Yes | No |
| Renewal duration | 12 months | — |
Financial requirements
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HK
Student Visa / Entry Permit
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ID
Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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| Proof of funds | — | $2,000 |
| Dependent fee | $42 | — |
Work during study
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HK
Student Visa / Entry Permit
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ID
Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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| Work allowed | Yes | No |
| Unlimited hours | Yes | No |
| Freelance allowed | No | No |
| On campus only | No | No |
| Work permission type | Automatic | Not allowed |
Requirements
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HK
Student Visa / Entry Permit
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ID
Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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| Full-time study | Required | Required |
| Institution accreditation | Required | Not required |
| Health insurance | Not required | Not required |
| Medical exam | Not required | Not required |
| Criminal record check | Not required | Not required |
| Accommodation proof | Not required | Not required |
| Visa interview | Not required | Not required |
Family and dependents
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HK
Student Visa / Entry Permit
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ID
Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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| Dependents allowed | Yes | No |
| Dependent restriction | For students in full-time undergraduate or postgraduate local programmes at local degree-awarding institutions: spouse or qualifying legally recognised partner and unmarried dependent children under 18; sponsor must show adequate financial means and accommodation. Some nationalities are excluded. | — |
| Spouse can work | No | No |
| Spouse work unrestricted | No | No |
| Children can attend school | Yes | No |
Post-study pathways
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HK
Student Visa / Entry Permit
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ID
Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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| Post-study visa | Yes | No |
| Work permit | Yes | No |
| Permanent residency | Yes(7 yrs) | No |
| Citizenship | No | No |
| Time counts toward permanent residency | Yes | No |
Application process
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HK
Student Visa / Entry Permit
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ID
Higher Education Student Visa (E30B)
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| Method | Online | Online, institution |
| Processing time | 42–42 days | — |
| Apply in-country | No | No |
| Multiple entry | Yes | No |
| Schengen access | No | No |