opening a business in hong kong
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Opening a Business in Hong Kong
A presentation brought to you by OpenCompanyHongKong.com
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Hong Kong: the Gateway to Asia
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• Hong Kong is a Special Administrative Region that has its own laws and is economically independent from China.
• Its advantageous geographical position makes it a trading hub in the Asia-Pacific Region.
Reasons to Open a Business in Hong Kong
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• Hong Kong has a good business environment as well as:
a low tax regime;
a free trade policy;
no restrictions on ownership;
no restrictions on investment.
Types of Companies in Hong Kong
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• Entrepreneurs can open small or large companies in Hong Kong and can choose one of the following legal structures:
the private limited liability company;
the public limited liability company;
partnerships;
sole proprietorships;
branches or representative offices.
Company Registration in Hong Kong
• Any type of company in Hong Kong must be registered and obtain a Business Registration Certificate within one month after starting its economic activities.
• The application is submitted to the Business Registration Office and a fee must be paid.
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Choosing the Right Business Name in Hong Kong
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• New companies in Hong Kong must check the availability of their chosen business name.
• The name must not be already registered in the Index of Company Names belonging to the Registrar of Companies and must not be offensive.
Special Permits and Licenses in Hong Kong
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• Certain types of companies will need to obtain additional licenses, besides the Business Registration Certificate.
• These special permits and licenses are applicable in business fields like banking, insurance, telecommunication and others.
• Our Hong Kong company formation agents can help you obtain these permits.
Corporate Taxation in Hong Kong
• Businesses in Hong Kong are subject to tax on their income derived from the city. Double taxation relief is possible for foreign companies.
• The corporate income tax is 16.5%. Hong Kong does no impose a capital gains tax nor a withholding tax on dividends and interest.
• If you are interested in company registration in Hong Kong, our specialists can help you with tax compliance.
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The Workforce in Hong Kong
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• Apart from having an attractive taxation regime, Hong Kong is also home to a educated and highly qualified workforce.
• The Employment Ordinance allows for a balanced relationship between the employer and the employee.
Assistance for Business Registration in Hong Kong
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• If you want to start a business in Hong Kong and want to know more about the laws governing foreign investments, our experts can help you.
• Contact our team of company registration agents in Hong Kong for more details on how to open a business here.
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