Hong Kong: Company Formation & Registration
Average Engagement Cost: €5,485.50
Industry avg:$10,105Low Tax RatesGlobal Financial HubGateway to China
Establish your business in Asia's premier financial center. Low taxes, world-class banking, and strategic access to China and Asian markets.
Advantages
- ✓ 16.5% corporate tax on profits with territorial taxation — no tax on offshore income
- ✓ World-class banking infrastructure with access to international markets
- ✓ Company can be set up in just 1 week with minimal documentation
- ✓ Strategic location for accessing mainland China and Asian markets
- ✓ Common law jurisdiction with robust protection of intellectual property
- ✓ No restrictions on foreign ownership or profit repatriation
Important Considerations
- ! Directors and shareholders typically need to visit Hong Kong for bank account opening
- ! All Hong Kong companies must prepare audited financial statements annually
- ! Banks increasingly require local substance such as office space and employees
- ! Office rental and staffing costs in Hong Kong are among the highest in Asia
Key Facts
16.5%
Corporate Tax
1 week
Setup Timeline
HKD 1
Min. Capital
1 minimum
Directors
Popular Business Entities
Private Limited Company
Setup Time1 week
Min. CapitalHKD 1
Tax Rate16.5%
LiabilityLimited
Company Formation Process
1
Name Reservation
Reserve your company name with the relevant authority
1-2 days2
Document Preparation
Prepare incorporation documents and Articles of Association
2-3 days3
Company Registration
Submit incorporation application and obtain Certificate
1-2 weeks4
Bank Account
Open corporate bank account with major banks
2-6 weeks5
Compliance Setup
Set up accounting, tax registration and compliance framework
1-2 weeksConfigure Your Package
Customize your company formation with add-on services and choose your payment method.
6 Steps
Jurisdiction, entity, add-ons, urgency, payment & review
Instant Quote
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3 Payment Options
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