Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, with broad autonomous rights, its own legislative & political system, and features of Western democracy. At the same time, HK is an international financial center with a transparent tax system, low taxes, minimal government intervention in businesses. This favorable environment attracts entrepreneurs from around the world.

Advantages of Hong Kong for businesses

A simple & efficient business registration process with minimal requirements for share capital and directors
Strategic location providing seamless access to mainland China and the Greater Bay Area, opening up significant opportunities for trade
Recognized as one of the freest economies, offering a liberal business environment with favorable economic policies
A low and straightforward tax regime, along with legitimate tax incentives for foreign investors, making HK an attractive place for businesses
Limited liability, ensuring protection for HK company owners & shareholders, is one of the key advantages of this region
Additional local & legal benefits for businesses in Hong Kong

Taxation for companies in Hong Kong

Jurisdiction operates on a territorial tax principle
Overseas income is not taxed (with proper explanatory information for tax authority IRD)
Profits earned in HK: 8.25% on the first HKD 2 million (USD 255,000), then 16.5%
Additional taxation conditions for HK companies

HK company registration steps

Initial consultation with our specialists: agreeing on structure, timelines, contract signing

Once documents are submitted, the HK Companies Registrar reviews the application and makes a decision on incorporation

Name must be formed according to local rules and meet all requirements. Names can be in Chinese and/or English

After registration, founders receive a Business Registration Certificate (BRC), confirming company registration and permission for business activities

To register a company, a business license application, memorandum, and agreement between founders must be submitted

Registration process takes two weeks

Initial consultation with our specialists: agreeing on structure, timelines, contract signing

Name must be formed according to local rules and meet all requirements. Names can be in Chinese and/or English

To register a company, a business license application, memorandum, and agreement between founders must be submitted

Once documents are submitted, the HK Companies Registrar reviews the application and makes a decision on incorporation

After registration, founders receive a Business Registration Certificate (BRC), confirming company registration and permission for business activities

Registration process takes two weeks

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Requirements for company registration in Hong Kong

At least one shareholder and one director
Local address
Minimum paid-up capital – 1 HKD
Corporate Secretary

Hong Kong setup costs

The overall cost of business registration includes expenses for:

Registration, including administrative costs and BRC certification
Annual registration fee—an additional 2,150 HKD
Corporate secretary for one year
Registered address: central business district, mail scanning services
Account opening—Payoneer/Airwallex

Auditing for companies in Hong Kong

Every Hong Kong company must undergo a mandatory annual audit. The audit is conducted once a year for each financial period:

Evaluation is based on annual results and the company’s activities throughout the year
This service provides comprehensive accounting & legal services to ensure effective and legal operations in Hong Kong
Additional charges apply

Accounting support in Hong Kong

The cost of accounting services is determined based on monthly expenses. Three optional packages are available here:

Basic support (Annual):

One-time preparation of financial statements at the end of the fiscal year.

Standard support (Monthly):

Includes payroll accounting, setup, adaptation, monthly bookkeeping, tracking income and expenses, invoicing, financial statements (excluding audit), payroll management, monthly management reports, and ongoing expert support.

Premium (Weekly):

Xero subscription: Optional at an extra cost. Included for accounts with expenses over 23,349 EUR or with premium support.

Our team is ready to assist with registration in Hong Kong, document preparation, and ongoing HK business support. Contact our specialists for a consultation, and we’ll promptly begin the company registration process. Business Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM — 7:00 PM. Contact us via WhatsApp, Telegram, or Viber, or submit an inquiry through our online form.

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