Hong Kong Recognizes Same-Sex Couples in Visa Applications

Expand A giant rainbow flag is displayed during Hong Kong's annual pride parade on November 25, 2017. © 2017 Aaron Tam/AFP/Getty Images The Hong Kong government has implemented a court order to recognize same-sex spouses of residents in visa proceedings. The case that led to the order, QT v Director of Immigration, began in 2011. “QT,” a female British expatriate was the legally recognized partner of “SS,” another woman, who moved to Hong Kong for work. The Immigration Department only allowed QT to enter Hong Kong on a tourist visa, saying their same-sex union in the UK was not recognized…

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