Hong Kong
Hong Kong has been attracting businesses from around the world for many years, placing special emphasis on supporting the growth of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). For any firm looking to launch operations in Asia, Hong Kong is the primary location for company registration and one of the best hubs from which to manage them. Its well-developed financial network is a recognised international leader, offering a mature system for e-registration and company incorporation.
Global Financial Elite
Hong Kong consistently maintains its place in the global financial sphere. The latest Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI 38) report confirms that Hong Kong ranks among the top three most significant financial centres in the world, alongside New York and London. Hong Kong also ranked first in Asia Pacific.
This achievement is no accident. Hong Kong regularly attains top scores across key areas of competitiveness, securing the first place (TOP) in:
- Business Environment
- Financial Sector Development
- Reputation
It is a city where business thrives and where human capital is valued as key. This success is evident in the robust activity and optimistic forecasts for the financial market.
Starting Is Simple With Startup
We at Startupr are proud to be an integral part of this world-class ecosystem. We understand that entering a new market requires the right support.
Our mission is to support entrepreneurs worldwide with the essential services they need for a quick start in Hong Kong and Asia.
Our Core Services for Your Success
- Company Incorporation in Hong Kong
- Start a New Hong Kong Bank Account
- Business Address & Mail Forwarding
- Accounting & Bookkeeping Services in Hong Kong
- Providing a Hong Kong Company Secretary
- Hong Kong Company Transfer – Secretary Services
- Register Other Types of Entities in Hong Kong
- and dozens of other services
Check the Hong Kong company name
Insert the company name you wish to register or reserve and you will receive a message immediately whether the intended name is free to use or not.
Key Advantages of Hong Kong for SMEs
- Express Incorporation: A company can be established in as little as 24 hours, subject to our terms and conditions.
- Zero Capital Requirement: No minimum share capital is required for company registration.
- Low Startup Costs: Very low government and administrative fees, basic fee is USD 699.
- Simplified Administration: One of the easiest systems for setting up and managing a company in all of Asia.
- Tax Efficiency: Territorial Taxation – you only pay taxes on profits arising directly in Hong Kong. Foreign-sourced income is generally tax-exempt.
- Language Accessibility: English is an official business and administrative language, simplifying communication and documentation.
- Local Compliance: Easy fulfilment of the local requirement for a nominal Company Secretary (a service we provide).
Start a New Company
Limited Company
Owners of a local limited liability company are not personally liable except to the nominal value of their shares.
$1055
How can you register a company in Hong Kong?
Company Incorporation in Hong Kong - 3(4) steps:
Starting a company in Hong Kong is surprisingly easy and efficient with Startupr, which holds a TCSP (TC007820) license in Hong Kong. The entire process is designed to be as convenient as possible for you.
Registering your company in Hong Kong really takes minimal effort, allowing you to start doing business in one of the world's most dynamic economies almost instantly and fully online.
The entire process is simple, and you can complete everything online in just 7 steps:
- Fill in the information and complete the online order here: https://startupr.hk/register-company/
- You will make payment by credit card or PayPal at the last step of the online order form.
- Wait for our email to confirm your order and payment.
- Provide the required documents to us. (We will follow up with you in another email thread once your order is successfully placed.)
- Proceed Compliance Procedures by Startupr.
- Register the company with the Companies Registry online.
- Startupr's system will inform you by email once the company is successfully incorporated.
How to open a bank account in Hong Kong
Once you get all documents (Certificate of Incorporation, NNC1 form, Articles of Association), Startupr doesn't have any special relationship with the banks, as the banks are independent institutions. You can apply for the bank account per your request.
Post-incorporation
Upon incorporation, whenever you start purchasing office equipment (such as computers, stationery, etc), providing consultation to your potential clients (by email or phone), setting up a company website, or printing name cards, your business can be deemed as operating. You are required to file the notification of commencement of business to the IRD (Inland Revenue Department) within one month of the date of business commencement, and our cost is USD 130 for this filing. If none of the above have yet been launched, there is no need to file the NCB.
How does Startupr offer one of the fastest incorporation services?
We can help you set up a Hong Kong Limited Company, and the whole incorporation process can be completed online in as little as 24 hours if the Expedited Incorporation (Company Formation) fee of $ 200 USD is paid, but it will be subject to the time of receiving the documents and approval of the Company registry.
How does Startupr offer one of the fastest incorporation services?
Requirements to register your Hong Kong company:
- You do not need to be a Hong Kong resident to open a company; foreign individuals or entities who intend to establish a company in Hong Kong
- Fill in the information and complete the online order here.
Office address:
50 Bonham Strand,
Sheung Wan
Hong Kong
Tel: +852 2661 0847
Yearly requirements
Startupr provides bookkeeping services:
- book-keeping
- maintenance of accounting documents and business records
Annual return (list of officers & directors) must be filed within 42 days of the anniversary of initial registration date, along with a $25 USD fee. We will remind you of this requirement by email 1-2 months before the due date.
Inland Revenue Department (IRD) tax filing for newly incorporated companies falls due 18 months after the incorporation date. Thereafter, the tax authority sends notification every April 1. Companies must file within 1 month of notification.
Initial annual audit should be filed within 18 months after the incorporation date, unless the company has unlimited liability.
An Annual General Meeting (AGM) must be held within 18 months of incorporation, at a time and place the directors announce.
The Business Registration Certificate must be renewed one to three years post-incorporation, depending on the Certificate issued. Renewal must be one month before expiration. We will remind you of this requirement by email 1-2 months before the due date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to frequently asked questions about Hong Kong incorporation