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Hong Kong law requires every company to have a local registered office address for receiving government and bank correspondences.
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Incorporating in Hong Kong is a strong choice when deciding where to base yourself. Hong Kong is a great place for business, with many investors being attracted to the location and the reason is clear.
The tax-friendly environment is a big attraction for foreign businesses keen to start a business in Hong Kong. A productive legal system, and pro-business setup are some other factors that offer plenty of lucrative opportunities for businesses, besides an attractive tax regime and productive workforce. Stable economy, strong workforces, and business-friendly tax policies let you get up and running sooner- so you can spend less time tangled in admin and more time to invest in business activities.
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The most common choice for business registration in Hong Kong is the private limited company structure, which entails the following prerequisites:
Finally, every company must appoint a Company Secretary who resides in Hong Kong. This individual will help the directors to prepare and file all necessary documentation to keep the company compliant.
Absolutely, you can! Sleek’s streamlined online company registration process requires minimal effort on your part. We’ll assist you in arranging the appointment of a local Corporate Secretary, securing a registered address, setting up a business bank account, and various other tasks, all without the need for you to be physically present.
Yes! Any one who has completed the Know Your Customer records checking process will have the rights to register Hong Kong companies and enjoy the financial benefits as a local company. However, the Companies Ordinance and Companies Registry CR will require your firm to have a registered office address, verified company name and a company secretary based in Hong Kong.
Read here to know what information we need from you for the company registration and Hong Kong Companies e-Registry!
Yes. There is no requirement under the Companies Ordinance that a director must be a Hong Kong resident.
Hong Kong company directors aren’t obligated to be residents, and physical presence in Hong Kong is often unnecessary during the incorporation process. To register a Hong Kong Private Limited Company, you must have at least one director and one shareholder, with the option for a single individual to assume both roles.
Company formation in Hong Kong is simple with these steps. You first have to decide on your type of business entity (i.e. company type) and company name. A quick search through the Companies Registry will show if your intended name is in use or not. The minimum requirement for Hong Kong companies are at least one shareholder, minimum $1 HKD of share capital, a company secretary that resides in Hong Kong and a local office address. After completing the name search and confirming the rest of the information, there is a list of incorporation forms and copies to submit along with your application through e-registry to the Hong Kong Companies Registry and Business Registration Office.
The entire registration process via an e-form, depending on the applicant’s experience and credentials, could take up to 7 to 14 working days to receive your certificate of incorporation.
For an in-depth guide, check out our guide on “How to register a business in Hong Kong“.
The company registration process typically takes 3-5 business days* once all your documents are in order. The timeline primarily hinges on the readiness of your required documents and the operating hours of the relevant authorities.
*subject to timely government approvals
The majority of service providers in the industry will charge you for each step of the registration service. Additionally, many providers in Hong Kong do not offer transparent pricing.
At Sleek, we offer transparent pricing and charge HKD5,349 (including government fees) for our one-stop services that ensure full compliance. The fee includes an admin fee of HKD129, a government fee of HKD3,920, and a Company Secretary Fee of HKD1,300. You may choose to add a Registered Address for HKD2,000 if you need a physical address in Hong Kong as the registered office for official correspondence and legal purpose.
We are pleased to provide support throughout the registration process.
Articles of Association are a company document which sets out the rules and guidelines of how the board can operate the company. It is often viewed as a contract between company members and the company.
The BRN consists of the initial 11 digits from the business registration certificate number, while the company registration number is a 7-digit figure. You can find this 7-digit number in the upper left corner of the Certificate of Incorporation. Read more here.
The Business Registration Certificate is a document issued by the Business Registration Office showing details of a company. Businesses operating in Hong Kong require a Business Registration Certificate and Business Registration Number. If you have a business in Hong Kong, you are required to apply for a Business Registration Certificate within 30 days of commencing operations. This number is issued by the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) and the Companies Ordinance.
In order to keep operating as a business and protect the associated assets/shares, the certificate needs to be renewed annually. You may apply for the relevant documents via the e-Registry at the Hong Kong Companies Registry.
Business registration number is the Tax Identification Number (TIN). BRN is a unique number assigned to a business by the Inland Revenue. The Business Registration number comprises 8 numerals at the front of business registration certificate number (e.g. 99999999-&&&-&&-&&-&). All the numerals of the Business Registration number are used as the identifier equivalent to TIN for entities.
Which documents are typically provided upon the registration of a private company in Hong Kong?
Upon completing the incorporation process with Sleek, you can expect to receive a comprehensive set of documents. These include essential items such as the Certificate of Incorporation, Business Registration Certificate, Articles of Association, Registers, and Share Certificate(s). These documents play a crucial role in the company’s operations and require regular updates to maintain accuracy and compliance.
Subsequent steps after company formation often involve obtaining relevant licenses for business activities and opening business bank accounts. Having a clear understanding of the entire process in advance enables early preparation and contributes to the success of your business.
It is very important for each new company in Hong Kong to have a business account. There are 2 approaches to opening a corporate banking account in Hong Kong and many choices – either with traditional banks such as DBS or online financial services such as Transwap and Airwallex. Both approaches vary slightly as traditional banks value in-person meetings and more completed documents in the business registration process. Whereas for online financial services, you can fill in the information on their website and go through the process online. Both options have their own pros and cons. Sleek have many banking partners that can help with your business needs. Contact a team member today for referrals and email recommendations.
For registered business, its Business Registration Certificate has to be renewed annually (unless it is a certificate for 3 years). The business registration office will usually send the business registration renewal demand note by post to the business address approximately in the middle of the month preceding the commencement month of the renewal Business Registration Certificate. For example, if the renewal Business Registration Certificate will commence in May, the Business Registration Office will issue the demand note in mid-April. Upon payment, the demand note will become a valid Business Registration Certificate. If you do not receive such a demand note, you should inform the Commissioner in writing within 1 month of the expiry of your current Business Registration Certificate. The renewal can still be done either in person or by post as follows:-
With effect from 14 February 2011, all renewal demand notes will be issued in plain A4 size paper. For further details, please refer to “Format of Business Registration Certificates, Branch Registration Certificates and Renewal Notices“.
Apart from BR, you may also need to apply for other types of licences or obtain the recognised professional qualifications for operating certain kinds of business.
Please visit the website of the Trade and Industry Department for information on other licences, permits, certificates and approvals relevant to import and export operations and other business operations in HK.
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