Hong Kong Baptist University Qianhai Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship

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The Hong Kong Baptist University Qianhai Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship empowers start-up enterprises by leveraging the entrepreneurship support platform of Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) and the policies of Qianhai Authority. Positioned as a cross-border joint Incubation and innovation hub, the institute also possesses the functions of novel research and development, and has established five major bases: the Cross-border Incubation Base, Technology Innovation Base, Knowledge Transfer and Industrial Empowerment Base, Student Employment and Entrepreneurship Base, and the Local and International Joint Academic Exchange Base. By integrating HKBU’s resources, the institute is committed to developing advanced technologies and solutions that demonstrate the value of scientific and technological innovation, achieving “win-win” outcomes in economic and social impact, and enhancing the influence and significance of HKBU in Qianhai and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. 

 

Our Facilities Include：

  • Over 1,500 m² of dedicated space
  • 24/7 access
  • Private offices: 114 RMB / m² / quarter
  • Fixed desks: 800 RMB / quarter
  • No management, air conditioning, or utility fees
  • Full amenities: meeting rooms, event areas, pantry, free Wi-Fi, printing services, etc.

Our Services Include：

  • Entrepreneurship Training: comprehensive programmes in management, marketing, finance and regulations
  • Policy Guidance: in-depth interpretation of the support policies of Qianhai Authority
  • Industry Matching: connection of upstream and downstream supply chains to meet market needs
  • Talent Recruitment: introduction of specialties to solve hiring challenges
  • Financing Support: opportunities for roadshows, venture capital connections and capital matching
  • Competitions and Exhibitions: Resources for large-scale tech innovation events and exhibitions
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Our Advantages：

  • Background of HKBU: support from HKBU on strong disciplines such as Traditional Chinese Medicine, AI, Art Technology, and Advanced Materials
  • Affordable Space: low-cost and decent office space, with no additional general expenses
  • Policy Advantages: dual subsidies from Hong Kong and Shenzhen, up to 1 million RMB rewards and tax incentives
  • All-in-One Empowerment: a full-chain ecosystem covering incubation, research and development, transformation, industrialization and financing
  • Prime Location: located at the Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub, the first stop for Shenzhen-Hong Kong scientific and technological innovation

Subsidy Policies

  1. Greater Bay Area Youth Employment Scheme
    Salary Allowance: 60% of salary, up to a maximum of HKD144,000 per person every year
    https://www2.jobs.gov.hk/0/cn/information/Gbayes/

  2. Twelve Measures to Support Hong Kong & Macao Youth’s Employment and Entrepreneurship in Qianhai
    i)    i) Individual Subsidies
    • Employment Subsidy: up to RMB 96,000 per person every year
    • Accommodation Subsidy: up to RMB12,000 per person every year
    • Living Subsidy: up to RMB 24,000 per person every year
    ii)    Enterprise Support
    • Start-up Reward: one-time bonus up to RMB 1 million
    • Corporate Income Tax: eligible enterprises may enjoy a reduced 15% tax rate

https://qh.sz.gov.cn/sygnan/xxgk/xxgkml/zcfg/gfxwj/content/post_11493190.html (in Chinese only)

HKBU Qianhai Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Incubation Programme

If your start-up team meets any of the following criteria, you may submit an application for incubation admission to the HKBU Qianhai Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship:

  • Enterprises founded and held by HKBU staff, students or alumnus
  • Enterprises officially licensed IP from HKBU or HKBU Qianhai Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship

To be eligible for the policies of Qianhai Authority , please note the following requirements:

  • The enterprise must be registered and established in Qianhai, Shenzhen
  • At least 25% of the company’s issued share must be held by Hong Kong permanent residents

Priority tenancy will be given to applicants meeting any one of the following conditions:

  • Within the past two years, the enterprise has received influential honorary titles, awards, or accreditations at the municipal level or above
  • Within the past two years, the enterprise has received funding support from HKBU or other venture capital with a cumulative amount equals or over RMB 500,000
  • Within the past two years, the enterprise has a cumulative sales revenue equals or over RMB 1.2 million

Application & Admission Review Process

  1. Prepare application materials: project description, team information, proof of HKBU membership, etc.
  2. Submit the materials to the HKBU Qianhai Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  3. Review and scoring by the vetting panel from the HKBU Qianhai Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  4. Application approval
  5. Prepare for enterprise registration in Qianhai and submit the enterprise information
  6. Complete all required documentation
  7. Sign the incubation agreement
  8. Obtain the office address and register the enterprise in Qianhai

Warm reminder

We recommend that you conduct a site visit and have a prior discussion with us before submitting the materials. After submission, the HKBU Qianhai Institute for Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship will review the applications in the order they are received. Due diligence will be conducted on the projects when necessary.

Important Document

The documents below can be downloaded at KTO website (HERE for Staff and HERE for Student)

  • Qianhai Incubation Programme Guidelines (English)
  • 香港浸会大学前海科技创新创业研究院孵化项目指南 (Chinese)
  • Application for Qianhai Incubation 2026 (Annex A)
  • Application for Qianhai Incubation 2026 (Annex Ai)
  • 前海孵化计划申請表 (Annex A)
  • 前海孵化计划申請表 - 附件A(i)

Important Note:

  • The Guidelines are available in Chinese and English. In case of any discrepancy, the English version shall prevail.
  • The Guidelines are subject to further refinements and are not final, but they do serve as a good reference. Please contact the Institute for any updates to the Guidelines prior to submitting your application. 
  • For HKBU Alumni, please send email to QHI_Incu@hkbu.edu.hk for requesting relevant application documents.

Contact Us

Telephone: 0755-8898 0392

Email: QHI_Incu@hkbu.edu.hk

Address: 5th Floor, Building L, North District, Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China

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