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Expert-Led Hong Kong Company Formation Services
Hong Kong continues to attract entrepreneurs and investors worldwide, thanks to its strategic location, open economy, and pro-business regulatory framework. Recognized as one of the most competitive economies globally, it serves as a vital gateway to Mainland China and the broader Asia-Pacific region.
With capital freedom, a robust legal system, and a highly developed financial market, Hong Kong offers an ideal environment for business growth. Whether you’re a startup founder or an international investor, incorporating a company here can be a strategic move.
At 3E Accounting, we understand the practical steps and legal requirements involved in setting up a business in Hong Kong.
Steps to Incorporate a company in Hong Kong
- Complete and Submit the Online Company Incorporation Form
- We will do the company name search and check the proposed name(s) availability and contact you within 24 hours (See Guide to select your Company Name for more information)
- Email us the required company information and payment proof of our forming Hong Kong company fees
- Once we received your payment, we will then email you all the Hong Kong company registration documents for your signatures.
- Once we receive the scanned signed documents from you, we will contact you to perform a basic identity verification with you.
- Upon completion of the verification, we will proceed to incorporate the company with CR
- Issuance of Certificate of Incorporation by CR
- Upon completion of company incorporation process, 3E Accounting will email you all the relevant registration documents for your records.
Based on 3E Accounting’s past experiences on register business HK and registering company with CR, the entire Hong Kong company incorporation process will take approximately 3 – 5 working days.
Advantages of Incorporating a Company in Hong Kong
- Hong Kong has a sound legal system for Company Formation and setting up your own company in Hong Kong.
- Global investors can gain international credit due to Hong Kong’s reputation in the world economy.
- Hong Kong is the international financial hub for Company Setup.
- Hong Kong has no foreign exchange controls. Hence, funds can be circulated freely after opening a company in Hong Kong:
a. Foreign currencies can be exchanged and transferred as and when needed,
b. Faster credit operations.
- There is no limitation on business scope to incorporate a company in Hong Kong.
- Hong Kong has a simplified taxation system with a low taxation rate.
For deeper insights, explore our Guide to Hong Kong Company Registration and learn more about Why Setup a Company in Hong Kong.
Based on typical processing times, the Hong Kong company incorporation process usually takes approximately 3 to 5 working days, provided all documents are in order and requirements are met.
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| Offer: |
Incorporate your Hong Kong company with a total payment of HKD 280 for 3E company setup fee, HKD 1,720 for the CR government fees, and the BR fees levy. Our company registration package includes free first-year secretarial and registered address services (virtual office support). For the second year, you can renew the secretarial services at just HKD 400 per year. |
| Services: |
Company Formation, Secretary, Registered Address, Bank Account Opening and many more. |
| Contact Number: |
+852 3104 2800 |
| Email: |
[email protected] |
| Address: |
2/F., Tern Centre, Tower 1, 237 Queen’s Road Central, Hong Kong |
| Operating Hours: |
Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
3E Accounting could help you to register your company in Hong Kong at the Lowest Possible Price. Best value for money. The Best & Fastest Company Formation Services in Hong Kong with no hidden costs and tricky add-ons. Besides, if you are a foreigner and want to set up an overseas business, we also offer a Hong Kong offshore company setup without physical presence in Hong Kong.
- Must have at least one shareholder and director who are both of age of 18 years to establish company.
- Must have a company secretary (can be either a Hong Kong permanent resident or a Hong Kong company) for incorporation of Company in Hong Kong.
- Must have one registered companies house/office address in Hong Kong for establishing a Company.
3E Accounting Company Incorporation Package
Being the top Hong Kong company incorporation service provider, we have helped thousands of business with the company incorporation process. We ensure quick company registration so that you can start your company in HK as quickly as possible without facing any hassle.
Our Hong Kong Company Incorporation Package Services cover:
- Company name check – to check the availability of your proposed company name.
- Payment of the Hong Kong Government incorporation fee of HK$1,720
- Incorporate a company and obtain a Certificate of Incorporation;
- Standard Articles of Association;
- Company kit includes standard Articles of Association, share certificates, minute book, register of shareholders and directors
- Provision of one set of CPA certified true copies of the company incorporation documents needed for opening of a bank account in Hong Kong*
- Minutes of the First Director’s Meeting for Company Incorporation
- Filing details of the first directors and the company secretary with the Companies Registry
- Preparation of the Significant Controllers Register and provision of a designated representative to liaise with the Hong Kong authorities for one year.
- FREE Hong Kong Airwallex Multi-Currency Corporate Account and Visa Card (No monthly fee)
- FREE bank introduction and bank account opening services in Hong Kong (including guidance on the choice of bank) **
- FREE one-year Corporate Secretary Services
- FREE one-year Registered address services
- FREE filing of “Form NAR1 – Annual Return” when you renew the Corporate Secretary Services in the second year ***
- FREE company digital stamp
- FREE Notification of commencement of business to the IRD
- FREE Google Workspace email setup for up to two users (excluding Google Workspace Subscription Charges)
- FREE first year “.com” domain name registration (Manage your domain with IT Solution Singapore upon domain registration)
- FREE Cloud-Based Accounting Software (Supported by AI Account)
- FREE Cloud-Based HR Management Software (Supported by AI HRMS)
- FREE monitoring of filing deadlines for one year through email
- FREE company incorporation consultation services
- FREE tax planning advice
- For a Hong Kong company set up with directors, shareholders, beneficial owners, registrable controllers, and a nominator of a nominee director, if there are more than 3 persons or entities, an extra charge of HK$300 per person or entity applies.
- For a Hong Kong company to form corporate shareholder (e.g. subsidiary), an additional charge of HK$300 per corporate shareholder will apply.
- Assistance will be provided for processing the Business Registration Fee payable to the government. Please note that the Company Incorporation Package does not include the Business Registration Fee itself ******
- Add a company round stamp for an extra fee of HK$200.
- Add one company seal for an extra fee of HK$400. (Companies no longer required by law to have a common seal)
- Transparent fees for Hong Kong Company Setup
Why 3E Accounting’s Company Incorporation Packages are the Best in Hong Kong?
Joining hands with 3E Accounting to perform company incorporation in Hong Kong will help you set up your company hassle-free. As a top company incorporation provider in HK, we are one of the cheapest company formations in Hong Kong. We offer a wide range of company formation packages so our customers can easily open their business in HK. Clients can choose the best company formation package per their business requirements and efficiently run their business.
Company incorporation in Hong Kong can be easy with the assistance and guidance of professionals. Contact us today and let us guide you further for set up company in Hong Kong!
Frequently Asked Questions
Foreigners can establish a company in Hong Kong without requiring a visa or local residency. A valid passport and proof of address are the primary documents needed.
Under Hong Kong law, a company must issue at least one share to be incorporated. However, there is no statutory minimum share capital requirement, except for specific regulated sectors such as banking and finance.
The company registration process in Hong Kong generally takes 1 to 2 weeks, provided all documentation is complete and accurate. Approval may be granted within a few working days for online submissions via the Companies Registry.
Step 1: Choose the name of your company
Step 2: Decide on the type of company
Step 3: Appoint directors and a company secretary
Step 4: Arrange a registered address for the company
Step 5: Apply for company incorporation
Step 6: Register the business with the Business Registration Office
Step 7: Obtain other permits or licences
