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How To Register Company In Hong Kong

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Hong Kong has been the freest economy on the planet for 25 years. It remains a shining force on how to conduct free and open enterprise coming just second to Singapore in 2020.

What Business Structures Are Available To Register In Hong Kong?

While there are several types of business that you could start in Hong Kong, you first need to ask yourself if you would want to run your business operations by entering Hong Kong or from wherever you are located. This decision will also help you in areas such as tax. We have explained each business structure below to help you determine the most suitable type:

o  Sole Proprietorship Business Partnership o  Private Limited Company by Shares
o  Public Limited Company by Shares o  Company Limited by Guarantee
o  Branch Office o  Representative Office

 

Types Of Business Structures In Hong Kong:

Sole Proprietorship

A single owner who is entirely liable for all profits and losses.

Business Partnership

Minimum 2 to a maximum of 20 partners join together and share the profits. There is an option for a general partnership where partners are personally liable for profits and debts. There is also an option for a limited partnership where limited partners are only responsible for their initial contribution, and general partners have unlimited liability.

Private Limited by Shares Company

With a maximum of 50 shareholders, a Private Limited by Shares Company is a separate legal entity from its owners/shareholders. With the ability to receive all of Hong Kong’s tax benefits, this is the most common structure that entrepreneurs choose.

Public Limited by Shares Company

Suitable for large companies which want to be listed for raising capital. Allowing more than 50 shareholders, this company is usually listed on the SEHK and its shares can be subscribed by the public.

Company Limited by Guarantee

Suitable for charities or non-profit organizations. As compared to being shareholders who spend money, members in this structure are required to guarantee to pay an agreed amount as stated in the company’s article of association if the company goes into liquidation.

Branch Office

An extension of an overseas corporation giving its opportunity to conduct business activities to make a profit from Hong Kong. It is not a separate legal body of its own in Hong Kong.

Representative Office

An extension of an overseas corporation but cannot undertake commercial activities to gain profit. It is suitable for non-commercial operations such as marketing or HR departments.

FAQs

What do you need to start a company in Hong Kong
Well though the incorporation process normally takes approximately 5-7 business days, with expedited service your company can be legally active in as little as 24 hours. All you need are four simple steps to get your company incorporated.
  • » Choose Company Name
  • » Choose Business Type
  • » Register Company
  • » Open Corporate Bank
What are the Requirements to start a company in Hong Kong?
Here are the minimum requirements for forming the most common business entity in Hong Kong – For a Private Limited by Shares Company:
  • » 1 Shareholder
  • » 1 Individual Director
  • » 1 Local Corporate Secretary
  • » HKD 1.00 Paid-up Capital
  • » Local Registered Address
  • » Documents such as company incorporation forms, identification copies of directors/shareholders and proof of residential address
What are the company registration fees that you need to pay in Hong Kong?
The current costs are as follows:
  • » Company secretarial fee for incorporation — approx.HK$2,000
  • » Acting as Company Secretary — approx. HK$4,000
  • » Provision of registered office address — approx. HK$2,000
  • » Preparation and maintenance of significant controllers register and acting as designated representative — HK$2,000
  • » Business Registration Certificate — HK$250 (waived by $2,000 HKD in 2021)
  • » Miscellaneous (including but not limited to government application fee, company kit, seal and chop) — approx. HK$3,500
How much tax do I need to pay on business profit in Hong Kong?
Businesses in Hong Kong enjoy one of the most tax-friendly jurisdictions in the world, as the city has no sales tax, no withholding tax, no capital gains tax, no taxes on dividends, and no estate tax. The Hong Kong Government imposes only three direct taxes with very low rates, which itself comes out to be even lower with generous allowances and deductions.
  • » Profits tax of 8.25% for the first HK$2 million of profits of companies.
  • » Profits above HK$2 million are taxed at 16.5%. For unincorporated business (i.e. partnerships and sole proprietorships), the corresponding two-tiered tax rates are 7.5% and 15%.
  • » Salaries tax of 15%.
  • » Property tax of 15%.
Who can incorporate a company in Hong Kong?
Governed by the Companies Ordinance of Hong Kong, any person (foreign or local) above the age of 18 can setup a Hong Kong company.
Can a foreigner be a shareholder in a Hong Kong company?
A foreigner has the complete right to be the individual director and shareholder of a company in Hong Kong. There is no requirement for a local resident to do so.

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