Hong Kong Company Registration Guide
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How to register a company in Hong Kong also refers to Hong Kong company registration. If you are above 18 years old with valid passport (for non-Hong Kong resident) or Hong Kong ID card (for Hong Kong resident) regardless of your nationality, you can begin the incorporation process. The following are the procedures for your reference.
I. Determine the company name and structure.
You will first need to search for your company name in the Hong Kong Companies Registry. You are required to submit a company name that is not already in use in Hong Kong. You can also conduct a business name search online. You will then need to choose a company structure. You will have the option to open a branch office, a representative business or a limited company.
II. Find an office address.
Registered Office Address in Hong Kong. This address must be a valid postal address located in Hong Kong. This address will be record in CR for postal communication between the Limited Company and Government.
The intended purpose of this address is not limited, so that it can be a commercial, industrial, or residential address. The address must be able to be reached by local postal service because government’s communication e.g Annual Return and annual Tax Return are sent to this address.
III. Incorporate the company.
You are required to register with the Inland Revenue Authority in the Business Registration section. You should register the company in Hong Kong at least one month before the business begins operations. The following information is required:
(1) Incorporation Form (Form NNC1 for company limited by shares);
(2) A copy of the company’s Articles of Association;
(3) A Notice to Business Registration Office (IRBR1).
At least one director of a company must be a natural person, nationality of this person is not restricted for a Private Company; Either a company incorporated in Hong Kong or outside Hong Kong can act as corporate director of a company.
It is a legally required member to each private company limited by shares to have at least one Company Secretary to perform the regulatory duties of this company to ensure the company’s ongoing compliance to its statutory requirement.
IV. Open a bank account.
Requirements will vary among banks. Before opening an account, make sure you have completed the business registration process. Most banks require the contact information of business owners and the business, as well as the physical location of the business.
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