Hong Kong Company Registration — Fast, Reliable & 100% Online with Shize Business Hong Kong
Starting your business in Hong Kong has never been more straightforward. At Shize Business Hong Kong, we provide end-to-end Hong Kong Company Registration services designed for mainland Chinese entrepreneurs, overseas investors, and international business owners who want to establish a credible, low-tax offshore company in Asia's most respected financial centre.
Whether you are a first-time founder or an experienced business owner expanding internationally, our licensed team at Shize Group handles every step — from company name check to certificate delivery — so you can focus entirely on growing your business.
Why Choose Hong Kong for Your Company Registration?
Hong Kong is consistently ranked among the world's top three most open and business-friendly jurisdictions. Under Hong Kong's Companies Ordinance (Chapter 622), a private limited liability company can be incorporated with as little as one director and one shareholder, with no residency requirements and no minimum paid-up capital beyond HKD 1. The registration process at the Hong Kong Companies Registry typically completes within 5 to 10 working days.
Low and Simple Tax System
Hong Kong applies a profits tax rate of 8.25% on the first HKD 2 million of assessable profits, and 16.5% on profits above that threshold. There is no VAT, no capital gains tax, no dividend tax, and no withholding tax. For businesses earning income from outside Hong Kong, offshore profits tax exemption may apply.
Territorial Principle of Taxation
Only profits sourced from within Hong Kong are subject to profits tax. Income generated entirely from overseas operations may be fully exempt, making Hong Kong one of the most tax-efficient structures for international trade businesses.
Free Flow of Capital
Hong Kong imposes no foreign exchange controls. Funds, dividends, and profits can move freely in and out of the jurisdiction without restriction, giving business owners complete financial flexibility.
International Credibility
A Hong Kong limited company carries strong international recognition. It opens doors to global banking relationships, cross-border trade, and serves as a professional gateway to mainland China markets through the One Country, Two Systems framework.
No Residency Requirements
The director and shareholder of a Hong Kong company can be citizens of any nationality. You do not need to be a resident of Hong Kong. A single person can act as both the sole director and sole shareholder.
Clear and Controllable Maintenance Costs
Annual audit and tax filing procedures are transparent and standardized. With Shize Business's one-stop statutory secretary and registered address services, you can maintain compliant operations without establishing a physical office, significantly reducing cross-border management costs.
Our Hong Kong Company Registration Services
At Shize Business Hong Kong, we provide a complete suite of corporate services for businesses at every stage.
Hong Kong Company Registration — Full Incorporation Package
Our core Hong Kong Company Registration service covers everything required by the Hong Kong Companies Registry and the Business Registration Office. We handle the preparation of your Articles of Association, the NNC1 incorporation form, submission to the Companies Registry, and the Business Registration Certificate application — all handled remotely, without you needing to visit Hong Kong.
Requirements we assist with:
- Company name search and reservation (Hong Kong Company Name Check Free Tool)
- Minimum 1 director and 1 shareholder (same person allowed), any nationality
- Registered address in Hong Kong (provided by us)
- Licensed company secretary (mandatory under Hong Kong law)
- Registered share capital (minimum HKD 1, standard HKD 10,000)
Full incorporation documents delivered include the Certificate of Incorporation, Business Registration Certificate, Articles of Association, NNC1 form, share certificates, and company seals.
Company Secretarial Services Hong Kong
Under Section 474 of the Companies Ordinance, every Hong Kong company must appoint a licensed company secretary who is either a Hong Kong resident or a locally licensed corporate entity. Our Company Secretarial Services in Hong Kong ensure your company remains in full legal compliance year-round.
Our secretarial package includes annual return filing (NAR1), maintenance of the Significant Controllers Register, statutory record keeping, and coordination of annual general meeting requirements. We are a TCSP-licensed provider, authorised by the Hong Kong Companies Registry to provide trust and corporate service.
Offshore Company Hong Kong & Mainland Chinese Registration
We specialise in helping mainland Chinese entrepreneurs Register a Hong Kong Company from Mainland China entirely online. No Hong Kong visit is required. We also offer Shenzhen Company Registration services for clients seeking to establish a business presence on the mainland alongside their Hong Kong entity.
Virtual Office Hong Kong — Professional Business Address
A registered address is a legal requirement for every Hong Kong company under Section 658 of the Companies Ordinance. Our Virtual Office Hong Kong service provides a professional Hong Kong CBD-registered address that satisfies the Companies Registry requirement, along with mail scanning, forwarding, and telephone answering services.
We also offer co-working space Hong Kong memberships, dedicated Meeting Room Rental Hong Kong CBD, and Virtual Mailbox Service Hong Kong for businesses that want a credible local presence without a full-time office.
Hong Kong Company Bank Account Opening
After incorporation, accessing banking is the next critical step. Our team at Shize Business Hong Kong supports clients in the Hong Kong company bank account opening process, including remote account opening options. We assist with document preparation, due diligence requirements, and introduction to suitable banking and payment solution providers.
Accounting Services Hong Kong
Every Hong Kong company is legally required to prepare audited financial statements annually. Our Accounting Services Hong Kong team handles bookkeeping, annual audit, and profits tax return preparation in full compliance with Hong Kong Financial Reporting Standards (HKFRS).
How to Register a Hong Kong Company — Step by Step
Company Name Check
Use our free Hong Kong Company Name Check Tool to confirm your preferred company name is available
Complete Application
Complete the Hong Kong Company Registration Application Form online — takes less than 10 minutes
Submit Documents
Submit your passport copy (director and shareholder). No notarisation required for standard incorporation
We Handle Filing
Our team prepares and submits all documents to the Hong Kong Companies Registry
Receive Certificates
Receive your Certificate of Incorporation and Business Registration Certificate — typically within 5–10 working days
Bank & Compliance
Proceed with bank account opening and ongoing annual compliance with full support from our secretarial team
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) — Hong Kong Company Registration
Q1:Can a mainland Chinese citizen register a Hong Kong company?
Yes. There are no nationality restrictions for directors or shareholders. Mainland Chinese citizens can complete the entire Hong Kong Company Registration process remotely using their Chinese passport or National ID card.
Q2:What is the minimum capital required to register a Hong Kong company?
Hong Kong has no minimum capital verification requirement. The standard authorised share capital is HKD 10,000, divided into 10,000 shares of HKD 1 each. No capital needs to be deposited in a bank before incorporation.
Q3:Is a company secretary mandatory for Hong Kong companies?
Yes. Under the Companies Ordinance, every Hong Kong company must appoint a licensed company secretary. Shize Group provides Licensed Company Secretarial HK services as part of all registration packages.
Q4:Do I need to travel to Hong Kong to register a company?
No. The entire registration process can be completed 100% remotely. You do not need to visit Hong Kong at any stage of the incorporation or bank account setup process.
Q5:What is the annual maintenance cost for a Hong Kong company?
Annual government fees include the Business Registration Certificate renewal (approximately HKD 2,250 per year) and the Annual Return filing fee (HKD 105). Professional service fees for company secretary, registered address, and accounting services are separate.
Q6:Can I apply for overseas education programs through a Hong Kong company?
Yes. Shize Business Hong Kong also provides overseas education service Hong Kong and assists with applying for overseas education programs from Hong Kong.
Q7:What documents will I receive after Hong Kong company formation?
Upon completion of your Hong Kong Company Formation, you will receive the Certificate of Incorporation, Business Registration Certificate, Articles of Association, NNC1 registration form, share certificates, company chops, and the NAR1 annual return form.
Q8:Why register a Hong Kong company instead of a China mainland company?
Hong Kong vs China Company is a common consideration for entrepreneurs. Hong Kong offers simpler compliance, no foreign exchange controls, internationally recognised financial statements, lower tax rates, and easier access to global banking — making it a preferred structure for international trade and investment holding companies.