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Hong Kong Company Registration
We register a private company in Hong Kong fully remotely. You do not need a local director, and we provide the company secretary and registered address for the first year.
Hong Kong is one of the main hubs of international trade, with clear law, free movement of capital and full foreign ownership of companies. It is chosen for trade with China and Asia, for holding companies and for online businesses. Hong Kong company registration goes through the Companies Registry, and in parallel the company receives a Business Registration Certificate. It usually takes 1–2 weeks in total, and you do not need to travel: a foreigner without Hong Kong residence can be the director.
Two things are mandatory: a company secretary and a registered address in Hong Kong. We provide both for the first year. The hardest part is the bank account. Traditional Hong Kong banks usually ask for an in-person meeting with the director, while digital banks and payment services make remote opening easier. We pick the right option for your situation in advance, before registration.
Registration is fully remote and no local director is needed. Traditional banks usually ask for an in-person meeting; digital banks and payment services can work remotely.
Who it is for
- Trading companies that work with suppliers in China and Asia
- Online businesses and IT companies with international clients
- Entrepreneurs who need a holding company in Asia
- Founders who do not want, or are not able, to appoint a local director
Requirements
- At least one director who is an individual; Hong Kong residence is not required
- A company secretary: an individual ordinarily resident in Hong Kong or a company with an office in Hong Kong; we provide one for the first year
- A registered address in Hong Kong, which we provide for the first year
- A Significant Controllers Register
- A Business Registration Certificate, renewed every year
What we do
- Check the company name and structure
- Prepare the incorporation documents
- Register the company with the Companies Registry
- Obtain the Business Registration Certificate
- Provide a company secretary and address for the first year
- Advise which bank or payment service fits your account needs
Key documents
- Passports of directors and shareholders
- Proof of residential address
- Company name in English, and in Chinese if you wish
- Details of shareholdings and ultimate beneficial owners
- Description of the business
How it works
- Consultationbusiness activity, shareholders and which bank you need an account with
- Documentsincorporation documents and director and shareholder details
- Registrationfiling with the Companies Registry and obtaining the Business Registration Certificate
- Secretary and addressappointing the company secretary and setting up the registered address
- Accountchoosing a bank or payment service; registration as a whole usually takes 1–2 weeks
Timeline
Usually 1–2 weeks for registration; opening a bank account is a separate stage.
Timelines are approximate: government agencies, consulates and banks set them.
What to watch out for
- Traditional banks often require an in-person meeting, which makes remote opening with them difficult
- The bank decides whether to open the account
- Hong Kong enforces only UN Security Council sanctions, which do not restrict citizens of Russia or Belarus. Banks still assess client risk themselves, including other countries' sanctions, and may refuse
- Missing the annual return or the Business Registration Certificate renewal leads to fines
- Tax consequences for the founder in the country of residence should be checked in advance
FAQ
How much does it cost?
Our service fee is from $1,700. Government fees, translations, insurance and other mandatory costs are paid separately; we send the full estimate before you sign.
Can I complete Hong Kong company registration remotely?
Yes, the whole registration is done remotely. Documents are signed electronically or sent by post, and you do not need to travel. A foreigner without Hong Kong residence can be the director.
Do I need a local director?
No. A foreigner without Hong Kong residence can be the director. The only mandatory local elements are a company secretary and a local address, and we provide both for the first year.
How long does registration take?
Usually 1–2 weeks, including document preparation. Opening the bank account is a separate stage, and its timing depends on the bank and on whether it asks for a meeting with the director. We plan both stages together.
Can I open an account for a Hong Kong company remotely?
Traditional banks usually ask for an in-person meeting. Remote opening is easier with digital banks and payment services. We choose an option in advance and prepare the documents; the decision stays with the bank.
What does the company have to file?
An annual return with the Companies Registry, the Business Registration Certificate renewal and tax returns. Even if the company had no activity, it still has to file, and missing these deadlines leads to fines.
What taxes does a Hong Kong company pay?
Profits tax has two tiers: 8.25% on the first HK$2 million of profit and 16.5% on the rest. In a group of connected companies, only one can use the lower rate. Only profits sourced in Hong Kong are taxed, and the tax office decides where the source is based on the facts of the transactions. The founder's taxes in their country of residence are calculated separately.
Do you guarantee the result?
No. Decisions are made by government agencies, consulates and banks. We are responsible for preparing and checking documents, filing and support, and we tell you about the risks upfront.
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