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Hong Kong raises imported worker ratio to 3:1 for ESLS catering roles

Hong Kong has overhauled its Enhanced Supplementary Labour Scheme by introducing a two-tier approval system for foreign labor. The new rules mandate a 3:1 local-to-imported worker ratio for mainstream positions like catering, potentially making it harder for expats in service sectors to secure work permits.

June 24, 2026
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