Hong Kong is easing its capital investment entrant scheme to attract family offices and bolster its status as a global wealth hub. Starting 1 March 2025, investments via private companies wholly owned by applicants, family members, or family-owned vehicles will qualify, the government said on 7 January. The programme, revived after a two-decade pause, grants residency for HKD30m (USD3.86m) investments. Recent adjustments include shorter asset qualification periods and expanded eligibility for high-value residential properties. The government expects more than HKD24bn in investments, aiming to counter economic challenges and a real estate downturn. Amid competition from Singapore, Hong Kong seeks to draw more family offices, with Chief Executive John Lee targeting 200 large offices by 2025.