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Looking to start a company? Company formation in Hong Kong comes with a lot of perks, mainly because of its business-friendly vibe, strong legal system, and great location. Here are a few key benefits:
Hong Kong sits in a perfect spot. It’s right by China and near other big Asian markets, making it great for global trade. From here, businesses can easily reach tons of customers.
Hong Kong is well-known for having a free market with hardly any government interference or regulations. This attracts foreign investors to its business-friendly environment.
The tax system in Hong Kong is really business-friendly. There are no taxes on dividends or interest, corporate tax rates are low, and they don’t tax foreign income.
The city has great infrastructure, with good transport and communication systems. Plus, its port is one of the busiest in the world. All this makes it easy for companies to reach global markets.
Hong Kong’s legal system is based on English common law and is set up to protect businesses and intellectual property. The courts are independent, so companies can feel secure operating here.
The country’s thriving financial services sector is ideal for efficient fundraising and management.
Company setup in Hong Kong is pretty simple, with only a few bureaucratic hassles. In fact, the government provides resources to help businesses get started.
Hong Kong offers a special gateway to China because of the "One Country, Two Systems" approach. Through CEPA, local businesses benefit from reduced tariffs and simpler market access to China.
From name approval to the submission of necessary documentation, we assist with the entire company registration in Hong Kong. This includes writing the Memorandum and Articles of Association for the company and helping with setting up the corporate bank account.
Even after your business is set up, we’re here to give legal and tax advice, help with tax planning, and make sure you’re following Hong Kong’s filing rules.
We take care of drafting, reviewing, and negotiating your key business contracts, like shareholder and partnership agreements.
We help your business stay compliant with local laws and manage risks, making sure everything runs safely. We keep things simple so you can focus on actually running your company.
Entrepreneurs and investors looking to set up in Hong Kong have a lot of different business types they can choose from.
This is the most popular setup for company formation Hong Kong. It limits shareholders’ liability to whatever they put in the business and makes it easy to transfer ownership. But you need a local company secretary and a registered address to start.
A public limited company allows you to sell shares to the public. But there are stricter rules, so it’s usually a better option for bigger businesses looking for public investment.
Two or more people can join together to run a business as partners. There are two types: general partnerships, where everyone is fully responsible for the debts, and limited partnerships, where each partner’s risk is only up to what they invested. Both options allow people to share the business.
A branch office is basically an extension of a foreign company, and it operates under the same name. Any liabilities it has are tied to the parent company as well.
This option is great for foreign businesses that want to explore the market or promote products without actually making money. However, it can’t sign contracts or earn income, though.
These typically include:
Hong Kong uses a territorial tax system, which means your company only pays taxes if it’s doing business and making profits inside Hong Kong. If your company conducts activity in Hong Kong it is subject to tax, despite the fact if this income derived from Hong Kong or not.
The tax setup has two levels:
There are no taxes taken out on dividends, interest, or rent. But, if you’re paying for intellectual property outside of Hong Kong and it’s tax-deductible, it’s taxed at 16.5%.
To have a business that will not be subject to tax in Hong Kong it is important to consult with experts and structure your activity properly. Please contact Inteliumlaw on this matter.
Here’s what forming a company will cost:
For more info on our services and prices, just reach out to us today.
If you decide to register a Hong Kong company, contact us via form, and we’ll get in touch to talk about your situation and come up with a solution that works for you.
You can look up details of registered companies and check document records through the e-Services Portal of the Companies Registry.
Overall, setting up a corporation in Hong Kong is pretty easy. You can do the whole process online, so there’s less need for physical paperwork.
Yes, a foreigner can be a director in a Hong Kong company, but you do need to have a local secretary.
The registration could be completed as quickly as two days or could last up to 10 days, depending on varying factors.
A BRN, or business registration number, is a unique number given to a registered company by the IRD. It’s recognized as the official tax ID number for the company.
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The accumulated experience and tracking of future changes in this area allow us to be proactive
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