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Why start a company in Hong Kong?
As an international financial hub, Hong Kong is renowned for its vibrant market, offering a constant stream of opportunities for all businesses seeking to expand. Company registration is an important step in starting a business in Hong Kong, which may be full of challenges for first-time entrepreneurs.
The simple and favorable tax system also makes doing business in Hong Kong attractive to startups. However, for any foreign company established in Hong Kong, the greatest advantage is its flexibility—you can establish and operate a successful business without the need to reside in or even visit Hong Kong. This unique feature continues to attract international business owners seeking to take advantage of the region's economic freedom, using Hong Kong for company registration and establishment.
Advantages of setting up a Hong Kong Company
have a sound legal system,
Good legal guarantees
Capitalizing on Hong Kong's popularity, Easy access to international credit
open market environment, It has diversified financing channels
There is no foreign exchange control, the currency is highly liquid, and all kinds of foreign currencies can be exchanged and transferred at any time
The scope of business is not restricted,Follow-up service is simple
The tax system is simple and the tax rate is low, and you only need to file a profit tax return once a year
Convenient transportation and communication, diverse talent and culture
Local regulatory environment
The first step in your entrepreneurial journey is to familiarize yourself with the major departments of the Hong Kong government:
The Companies Registry
This agency is responsible for all Hong Kong company registration and regulatory matters, ensuring compliance with the Companies Act.
The Inland Revenue Department (IRD)
The tax office oversees tax administration and requires companies to file annual tax returns to determine your company's tax liability.
How to choose the type of company to open in Hong Kong？
Foreign companies looking to establish their presence in Hong Kong have three main business structures: a subsidiary company, a branch office, and a representative office.
| Entity Type | Description | Basic Requirements | Legal & Tax Implications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subsidiary Company | A private limited company in Hong Kong can be 100% foreign-owned. Preferred for its limited liability and tax advantages. Separate legal entity from the parent company, eligible for Mainland China market access and benefits from China’s free trade agreement. | – Approval of company name
– Local registered address – At least one director and one shareholder – Local resident company secretary and an auditor – Share capital (no minimum) | Treated as a Hong Kong resident company; eligible for tax exemptions and incentives. Liabilities do not extend to the parent company. |
| Branch Office | Operates as an extension of the foreign parent company, not a separate legal entity. The parent company is responsible for debts and liabilities. Must be registered with Hong Kong’s Companies Registry. | – Company name approval
– A local resident authorised representative – Established place of business in Hong Kong | Subject to the same legal and tax consequences as local companies. Must adhere to compliance and public disclosure requirements. |
| Representative Office | For market exploration without engaging in profit-making activities. Cannot sign contracts or engage in trading. No legal entity status, with the parent company bearing implicit liability for activities. | – Register with the Inland Revenue Department and obtain a Business Registration Certificate | No legal standing or requirement to maintain accounts or file tax returns. Limited to promotion, liaison activities, and market research. |
The first step in your entrepreneurial journey is to familiarize yourself with the major departments of the Hong Kong government:
| | Branch | Subsidiary | Representative Office |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Entity Status | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
| Do Liabilities Extend to Parent Company? | ✔ | ✘ | ✔ |
| Company Name Requirements | Must be same as parent company | Can be same or different as parent company | Must be the same as parent company |
| Permitted Activities | Must be same as parent company | Can be same or different as parent company | Only non-profit activities such as promotion and research |
| Registration Timeline | 14 Working Days | 5-7 Working Days | 1-2 Working Days |
| Taxation as a Local Entity | ✔ | ✔ | Not applicable |
| Annual Returns Filing Requirement | ✔ | ✔ | Not applicable |
| Profits Tax Return Filing Requirement | ✔ | ✔ | Not applicable |
| Audited Accounts Requirement | ✘(subject to conditions) | ✔ | Not applicable |
| Ability to Open a Hong Kong Bank Account | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Appointment of Officers | 1 authorised representative (a Hong Kong resident) | 1 company secretary (a Hong Kong resident), 1 director, 1 shareholder | 1 manager or chief representative from parent company |
Hong Kong Limited Company Establishment Process
Conditions for establishing a Hong Kong Company
| Basic requirements for company formation | Detail |
|---|---|
Company name approval | Choose a suitable company name that complies with the naming guidelines issued by the Hong Kong Companies Registry. Some terms may require prior approval or additional documentation. |
Directors and shareholders | Appoint a Designated Representative (DR) to act as the point of contact between the company and the regulatory authority. It is advisable to choose a trusted individual or professional services firm as your DR. |
| Prepare the documents | Gather the necessary documents, including completed registration forms, identification of directors and share bundles, and articles of incorporation. |
Application process and timeline | Submit the documents to the Registrar of Companies for review and approval. The process usually takes about 1-2 weeks, but it may vary depending on the workload and other requirements. |
| Certificate of Incorporation and Business Registration Certificate | Upon successful registration, the Companies Registry will provide a Certificate of Incorporation and a Business Registration Certificate. These documents confirm the legal existence of the company and allow it to begin its goodwill. |
Foreigners who open a company in Hong Kong need to follow certain procedures and prepare the corresponding documents and materials.
Here are the basic steps and information required to set up a company:
Discussion and Assessment
Entrepreneurial Brothers Consultants will provide you with one-on-one case discussions to formulate the most suitable business plan for you, select the appropriate company category, and explain in detail the precautions and relevant matters for establishing a company in Hong Kong.
Prepare Establishment Documents
Applicants should prepare copies of the Hong Kong identity cards or passports of directors, shareholders, and company secretaries (foreigners should provide passport copies), as well as proof of address documents for the purpose of applying to establish a company.
Pre-check Company Name
Applicants should provide pre-selected Chinese and English company names. We will carefully check the name and provide business name suggestions to ensure that your company name is appropriate and to avoid unnecessary risks.
Pay Service Fees and Government Fees
Applicants can choose to pay the service fee, company registration fee of 1,720 yuan, and the business registration fee of 2,150 yuan by cash, bank transfer, or remittance to our account. Once the payment is received, we will immediately start the company establishment process.
Company Establishment Completed
After the company is established, we will provide the company registration certificate (CI), business registration certificate (BR), and other related company documents to the applicant.
Open a Bank Account
We will assist in scheduling an appointment with local banks or online wallets to handle corporate account opening procedures for the applicant and will help prepare the required documents.
Other Necessary Procedures
Depending on the nature of the company's business, additional licenses or permits may be required to be applied for.
Please note that foreigners may be required to meet specific visa and work permit requirements to open a company in Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Company Formation Package
- Company Name Inquiry
- Business Registration Certificate (BR)
- Certificate of Incorporation (CI)
- Articles of Association (AA)
- Compile the Company Register
- Compile the Register of Significant Controllers of the Company
- One company round seal and one signature stamp
Is it necessary for a limited company to have a "Company secretary"?
As mandated by Hong Kong's "Companies Ordinance," all limited companies must appoint a company secretary to ensure legal compliance. This role, whether held by an individual residing in Hong Kong or a corporate entity with a local office, cannot be filled by a private company's sole director.
The company secretary manages statutory documentation for government interactions until the company's dissolution.
Our professional company secretary services include:
- Prepare and submit annual reports
- Write minutes for annual shareholder/special meetings
- Change the company's registered address
- Appoint and remove directors and company secretaries
- Update information of directors and company secretaries
- Change the company's nature of business
- Increase registered capital
- Change the company name, business name
- Accounting and tax consulting
- Apply for a branch business registration certificate
- Renewal of the business registration certificate
Why SMEBro
Save time and money
SMEBro helps you handle all aspects of Chinese company registration, assisting you in minimizing the administrative burden on your employees. Our services make the entire process simpler, faster, and more efficient, helping you to make better use of more resources.
Obtain accurate local and regional advice
Our company registration experts have an in-depth understanding of the business environment across the entire Asia-Pacific region, and can provide professional company establishment services for clients, helping you to build a company that better meets the expectations of stakeholders.
Easily maintain compliance
With the assistance of our professional company registration team, your new company's affairs will fully comply with China's regulatory requirements; not only can it minimize the risk of penalties for non-compliance, but it can also establish a good reputation
Service quality is guaranteed
Our consistent high level of service is the key to our customers' trust. As our customer, you will be assigned a dedicated account manager as a single point of contact, who will provide you with all business support, such as company registration needs, to help you move forward together.
Cover the entire region
Life Time free Support
We know you have questions from time to time - and once you are a SME Bro customer,
you can enjoy life time free consultancy from our professional teams.
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【Starting a company】What you need to know to start a business in Hong Kong |【開公司】在香港創業做老闆你要知道的事
- 在香港，註冊公司必須用香港的註冊地址，但不可使用郵箱地址，因為所有政府信件均會寄往公司之註冊地址。 如果客戶在香港沒有地址提供註冊，我們可為您提供，詳情請聯絡我們的專業客戶經理
- 非香港居民可以在香港成立有限公司。香港公司條例對股東和董事之國籍和住所均無限制。
- 除非能提出充分理由及得到公司註冊處長核准，否則所有有限公司名稱必須於名稱最後加上「有限公司」英文則加上「Limited」字眼。
- 目前公司股本並無最低限制。公司的股本在開始時通常是 1,000 港元或 10,000 港元。
- 別以為開設公司後可以鬆一口氣，開設銀行戶口及處理稅務問題才是「大Boss」！
Plans for opening a company in Hong Kong | 開公司香港費用及服務
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SMEBrother provides more customized company start-up plans, contact our account manager to get your exclusive company start-up service! | 創業兄弟提供更多專人定制的開公司套餐，聯絡我們的客戶經理，獲取專屬您的開公司服務！
Contact UsStart a company acceleration service |開公司加速服務
Intimately provide you with value-added services for starting a company, helping you in one step, the first step to successfully gain a foothold in the Hong Kong market! | 貼心為您提供開公司增值服務，助你一步到位，成功立足香港市場的第一步！
Urgent Express | 加急特快到手：+HK$200
簽署文件後1個工作天可提供BR及CI
HK Bank Account | 香港銀行開戶：+HK$1000
為您省下麻煩，開設香港銀行戶口
Adress | 註冊地址：+每月HK$88
香港開公司地址 代收公司郵件
開公司增值服務-- Registere Offshore Company 註冊離岸公司
為了配合客戶不同的需要，我們提供下列離岸公司註冊服務：
- 英屬處女群島(BVI)離岸公司
- 塞舌爾離岸公司
- 開曼群島離岸公司
- 薩摩亞離岸公司
- 安圭拉島公司
- 巴哈馬公司
- 百慕達公司
- 馬紹爾群島公司
- 毛里求斯公司
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Hong Kong Company Deregistration 香港公司註銷
一般來說，公司註冊處可於 5 個工作日內發出信件 確認收到撤銷註冊的申請。
- 處長會在憲報刊登關於建議撤銷有關公司的註 冊的公告。如處長在憲報公告刊登後 3 個月內並未 收到對該公司撤銷註冊的反對，便會在憲報刊登另 一公告，宣布該公司的註冊在該另一公告刊登的日 期撤銷，而該公司即告解散。
- 申請人或在申請書內獲提名人士會在該公司被撤 銷註冊時接獲通知。
- 撤銷註冊程序需時約 5 個月。
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