We support company registration in Hong Kong (Private Company Limited by Shares), including consultation, document preparation, and submission to the registry. Registration takes up to 5 working days. We offer accounting and corporate support after the company is registered
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A Hong Kong company is most commonly used for international trade, online businesses, and service-based models working with clients across different countries. Below are typical use cases
Hong Kong combines English as a working language, a separate legal system, and a clear corporate structure. Below are key advantages that are especially valuable for international business operations
English is widely used in the legal, corporate, and business environments in Hong Kong. This makes it easier to work with documents, contracts, and international communication
Hong Kong operates under the “one country, two systems” model and has its own legal system, distinct from that of mainland China. For international businesses, this provides legal clarity and a familiar common law framework
A Private Company Limited by Shares is the most common company structure used for operational activities, contractual work, and building international business structures. It is a well-understood format for B2B cooperation and daily business operations
Hong Kong companies are often used to work with clients, partners, and contractors across different countries. This structure is well-suited for international contracts, invoicing, and cross-border operations
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Companies in Hong Kong have their own tax and reporting obligations. The applicable tax treatment depends, among other factors, on the nature of the business activities and the source of profits. Companies must also comply with applicable accounting, reporting, and audit requirements.
For international businesses, one of the main corporate structures in Hong Kong is a Private Company Limited by Shares. This is the type of company registration supported by WoBorders.
It is suitable for e-commerce, IT, consulting, and trading companies. This format is most often chosen for company registration in Hong Kong when a business operates with clients across multiple countries.
Key things to know about this structure:
Shareholders’ liability is limited to the amount of their contributions, and the company cannot publicly offer its shares. It is a standard private structure used for operational activities, contractual work, and international transactions.
Basic registration requirements:
To register a company, only one director and one shareholder are required, and they may be the same person. There are no residency requirements for the director, but a company secretary, a registered address in Hong Kong, and a share capital of HKD 1 or more are mandatory.
Who it is suitable for:
This structure is commonly used by e-commerce businesses, IT companies, consulting firms, agency models, and international trading companies.
Launch format:
Both the incorporation process and the ongoing management of the company can be handled remotely.
To register a company in Hong Kong, you must prepare a basic set of documents and information about the founders and the future business activity. If you plan to open a company in Hong Kong, it is important to define the business structure in advance and prepare the information required for submission to the Companies Registry.
Company registration in Hong Kong (Private Company Limited by Shares) usually takes up to 5 business days after the documents are prepared and the application is submitted to the registry.
The company registration process in Hong Kong usually takes several working days and includes preparing documents, submitting them to the Companies Registry, and obtaining the corporate documents. After registration, the company receives its Certificate of Incorporation and Business Registration Certificate (BRC).
We determine the shareholders and directors, the ownership structure, the company name, and the planned business activities.
We prepare the corporate documents and information required to submit the company registration application.
We submit the prepared documents to the Hong Kong Companies Registry. Our standard registration support process takes up to 5 working days.
After registration, the company receives its Certificate of Incorporation and Business Registration Certificate (BRC).
For more information about the purpose of the BRC, its validity period, and post-registration requirements, see our separate guide“What Is a BRC in Hong Kong?”.
After registration, the company can open a business account, subject to the requirements of the selected bank or payment institution.
The cost of registering a company in Hong Kong starts at € 1,600. The final price depends on the selected support package, corporate services, and the chosen method of opening a business account. Below are the main registration and support packages.
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Yes. Foreign nationals can own 100% of the shares of a Hong Kong company and act as the sole director and shareholder. There are no citizenship restrictions for company owners.
No, a local director is not required to register a company in Hong Kong. A foreign national can act as a director, but the company must have at least one individual director, a corporate secretary, and a registered address in Hong Kong. If the secretary is an individual, they must usually reside in Hong Kong. If it is a company, its registered or principal office must be located in Hong Kong.
Opening an account in traditional Hong Kong banks can be difficult for non-residents and often requires physical presence and business connections with Hong Kong. For this reason, many companies use international fintech platforms, such as Airwallex, Payoneer account , or Wise, which allows businesses to operate in major currencies and process international payments.
No, Hong Kong is not considered a classic offshore jurisdiction. It is an international financial center with transparent regulation and a stable legal system. However, in some countries, including Ukraine, Hong Kong may be included in lists of low-tax jurisdictions for tax control purposes.
Hong Kong applies the territorial taxation principle, meaning only income generated within Hong Kong is subject to tax. If a company conducts its activities outside the territory and can prove it, such income may not be taxable.
This may apply if:
– the company has no clients or suppliers in Hong Kong
– company management is conducted outside Hong Kong
– goods or services are not provided within Hong Kong
– key business decisions are made outside Hong Kong
Offshore income status is confirmed during the tax reporting process.
Hong Kong applies a two-tier profits tax system. The first HKD 2 million of profit is taxed at 8.25%, while the remaining profit is taxed at 16.5%. At the same time, Hong Kong does not impose VAT, dividend tax, or capital gains tax.
👉 👉 You can read more about Hong Kong taxes and the territorial taxation principle in our separate article.
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