You can apply to restore Chinese nationality by completing form ID878.

The application form may be completed in either Chinese or English, but must be in black or blue ink.

Which parts you should fill in

All parts of the application form should be completed. Item(s) which is(are) not applicable should be crossed out and signed by the person making the declaration.

Sign and date the declaration of your application. The application will not be valid if the declaration part is not completed.

If you are unable to sign, please impress your left thumbprint.

The declaration at Part 5 has to be made by one of your parents or legal guardian if you are under the age of 18.

Before completing the application form, you are advised to note the statement of purpose for data collection.

Notes about some parts of the form

Part 3 - Reason for restoration

You must fill in this part to support your application for restoration of Chinese nationality. Documentary proof may be required to support your application.

Part 4 - Criminal records

You must give details of all convictions by a court of law in or outside Hong Kong of any crime or offence you have committed.

Part 5 - Declaration

After you have completed this form, please remember to sign and date the declaration in Part 5. An application will not be valid unless it has been signed and dated.

Documents in support of the application

You should submit your application together with the following documents and photocopies:

• your Hong Kong identity card
  
• your passport(s) or travel document(s) showing your travel records and length of residence in Hong Kong, or any of the following documents:
  
1. letters from your employers certifying your period of employment with them
2. letters from schools or other educational establishments showing the periods you attended
3. tax returns or a letter from the Inland Revenue Department showing that you have paid taxes in the past years
4. any other document showing your residence in Hong Kong

(If you cannot produce any of the above documents, please explain why)

• proof of your relationship with the parent/legal guardian who submits the application if you are under the age of 18, e.g.:

1. your birth certificate
2. your parents' marriage certificate (if the application is made by your father)
3. court order granting guardianship (if your application is made by your legal guardian)

• other proofs to support your application
  

Where to submit your application

You may submit the application form with the fee and supporting documents in person or by post to :

Nationality Sub-section
Immigration Department
4th Floor
Immigration Tower
7 Gloucester Road
Wan Chai, Hong Kong

(Original documents should not be sent by post. Only photocopies of supporting documents should be sent with the application by post. Original documents will be inspected at the time of interview.)

Application should normally be made while you are in Hong Kong.

Fee

The application fee is HK$1150 and is payable upon submission of the application. However, the collection of fee does not constitute any guarantee or assurance that the certificate of restoration will be issued. If payment is made by cheque, it should be crossed and made payable to 'The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region'. You should ensure that the date, payee and the amount are entered correctly on the cheque and that it is signed. The fee paid is non-refundable in any circumstances.