Practical guides, regulatory analysis, and step-by-step walkthroughs for entrepreneurs setting up in Hong Kong.
A complete walkthrough from choosing your business structure to opening a bank account. Everything you need to know about requirements, timelines, and costs.
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A complete walkthrough from choosing your business structure to opening a bank account. Everything you need to know about requirements, timelines, and costs.
Compare Limited Company and Sole Proprietorship: liability, taxes, compliance, and costs. Find the right structure for your business.
Complete breakdown of Hong Kong business startup costs: government fees, registration, and ongoing expenses.
Complete guide to opening a Hong Kong bank account as a non-resident. Compare traditional banks vs virtual banks.
Complete guide to keeping your Hong Kong company in good standing: annual returns, audits, and tax filing.
Compare offshore and onshore companies: tax, compliance, privacy, and costs. Choose the right jurisdiction.
Honest comparison of the three most popular Hong Kong company formation services based on real online reviews.
Registration typically takes 1-3 business days via the Companies Registry. Preparing documents and opening a bank account may take 1-2 additional weeks.
No. Foreign entrepreneurs can register remotely. You need a registered address and company secretary in Hong Kong, but directors and shareholders can be based anywhere in the world.
Hong Kong companies must file Annual Returns with the Companies Registry, prepare financial statements, conduct an audit if applicable, and file a Profits Tax Return with the IRD.
Basic setup costs range from HK$5,000 to HK$15,000, including government fees, company secretary, and registered address. Annual maintenance is typically HK$8,000 to HK$20,000.
Yes. Hong Kong allows 100% foreign ownership of limited companies. There are no restrictions on foreign directors or shareholders.