Company Registration in Hong Kong – A Gateway to Global Business
Hong Kong stands as a premier business hub with a free port, minimal customs regulations, and 0% VAT on imports and exports, creating a highly attractive trade environment.
With just US$1 minimum capital you can register a Private Limited Company and benefit from a competitive corporate tax rate of 8.25% on annual profits below US$258,056.
Backed by FTAs with 21 countries and IPAs with 24 nations, Hong Kong ensures smooth cross‑border trade and robust investment protection for global entrepreneurs.
Registration Form
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Features That Empower You
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Free Port & Minimal Customs
0% VAT on imports/exports and streamlined trade procedures for maximum efficiency.
Low Minimum Capital
Incorporate with only US$1 and enjoy 8.25% tax on the first US$258,056 of profits.
Strong Trade Agreements
FTAs with 21 countries and IPAs with 24 nations for duty‑free trade and investment protection.
Gateway to Mainland China
CEPA grants preferential access and duty‑free trade with China’s vast market.
Who Needs to Register?
Attractive Tax Benefits
No VAT, no capital gains tax, and no withholding tax on foreign-sourced dividends, interest, or royalties.
Low Corporate Income Tax
Tiered rate of 8.25% on the first US$258,056 of profits—much lower than many major economies.
Double Taxation Agreements
DTAs with over 50 countries allow credits and exemptions to avoid double taxation.
Global Financial Hub
Home to HKEX, no foreign exchange controls, with free trading in bonds, stocks, ETFs, and REITs.
SME Support Schemes
Government programs like SFGS, EMF, ITF, TID, and SUCCESS offer funding and advisory services.
Strategic Location
Asia’s leading free port with world‑class legal, financial, and logistics infrastructure.
How To File It Online?
Follow this step-by-step guide to ensure your response is submitted correctly
Choose Business Structure
Select from Private Ltd, PLC, subsidiary, branch office, sole proprietorship, GP or LP.
Name Search & Reservation
Reserve a unique company name via the Companies Registry portal.
Submit Incorporation Application
File NNC1/NNC1G form and supporting docs through e‑Registry or in person.
Registry Review
Companies Registry reviews for accuracy and legal compliance.
Receive Certificate & UBI
Obtain your Certificate of Incorporation and Unique Business Identifier.
Register UBI with IRD
Record your UBI with the Inland Revenue Department for tax purposes.
Open Corporate Bank Account
Set up a Hong Kong business bank account for operational transactions.
Apply Business Licenses
Obtain any required trade or industry‑specific licenses before starting.
Apply Investment/Employment Visa
Foreigners secure the relevant visa to reside and operate in Hong Kong.
Deadlines & Penalties
Avoid late fees by submitting on time
Penalty for Late Filing
- Completed NNC1/NNC1G incorporation form
- MOA & AOA (Memorandum & Articles of Association)
- ID proof and residential address proof for directors, shareholders, secretary
- Proof of registered office address
- Consent to Act forms signed by all officers
- Business plan or description for bank and licensing
- Board resolution for corporate shareholders
- Shareholder agreement (if applicable)
Consequences of Non-Compliance
- Open and maintain a corporate bank account
- Appoint a company secretary and certified auditor within 6 months
- Maintain statutory registers at registered office
- Hold AGMs within 6 months of financial year‑end
- File annual returns within 42 days of anniversary
- Submit profits tax, N/D/M code returns on schedule
- Contribute to MPF and comply with labor laws
- Maintain Significant Controllers Register
- Issue share certificates within 2 months of allotment
- Notify registry of changes within 15 days
1Checklist for Company Registration in Hong Kong
- Reserve a unique company name with the Companies Registry
- Provide a local physical or virtual registered office address
- Appoint at least one shareholder and one director
- Show evidence of paid‑up capital (minimum HKD 1)
- Enroll employees in the MPF scheme if applicable
- Open a Hong Kong corporate bank account
- Appoint a company secretary and auditor (both ≥18 years old)
- Ensure compliance with the Companies Ordinance (Cap. 622)
2Director Requirements
- At least one director appointed (no residency requirement)
- Director must be ≥18 years old
- Local company secretary must be a Hong Kong resident
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Private Limited Company
Separate legal entity with limited liability for up to 50 shareholders.
Public Limited Company
Raise capital from public investors with no shareholder limit.
Subsidiary Company
Foreign parent owns a separate legal entity enjoying local tax benefits.
Branch Office
Extension of a foreign company where liability rests with the parent.
Sole Proprietorship
Single‑owner business with full personal liability.
General Partnership
Two or more partners sharing management and unlimited liability.
Limited Partnership
General partner manages with full liability; limited partners invest with capped liability.
Frequently Asked Questions
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