Hong Kong Company Registration for Foreigners
We've helped over 15,000 businesses worldwide with stress-free incorporation. We'll register your company remotely, help open a bank account online and ensure your company is compliant from day one.
Trying to navigate the requirements on my own was a challenge, so the Osome team were a blessing and gave me total confidence in setting up my small business. Regular updates, a few questions along the way and an easy-to-use app made the whole experience worry-free and not stressful at all.
Andrew MachonOsome helped me set up my business while I was still travelling - the process from onboarding to receiving all documents is seamless, and questions are usually answered within less than 24 hours. Thanks, Osome!
Rochelle Riva BargoI can't thank Osome enough for the fantastic help they provided in getting my company up and running. Their team was not only super knowledgeable but also incredibly supportive and friendly. They made what could have been a daunting process feel like a breeze. I'm so grateful for their assistance in turning my business dreams into reality.
Anvar ShakirovSeamless business registration
Zero paperwork on your end
All you have to do is send us the necessary documents via chat. We fill out the registration application, submit to the authorities, and send back for you to sign digitally.
Get registered in three days
We file your application with Companies Registry and your business is registered in as fast as 3 business days.
Business bank account, sorted
We'll connect you with our local network of neobanks and traditional banks and help with submitting your application to a bank that best suits your business’s needs.
Got questions? Chat with our local experts
Choose a convenient time to chat with our incorporation experts and get the answers you need to take the next step.
For local and foreign business owners
Local founders
For Hong Kong business founders looking for hassle-free incorporation
Expansion to Asia
For foreign entrepreneurs looking for a tax-friendly base to expand to other Asian markets
English-speaking markets
For Chinese professionals looking to establish relationships with English-speaking clients in the region
4 steps to setting up your company in Hong Kong
Meet the official requirements
Opening a company in Hong Kong is straightforward if you're organised. You just have to fulfil a few government requirements. We help you with all of these:
It's mandatory for all Hong Kong companies to have a local Company Secretary. This individual is responsible for liaising with government regulatory bodies when needed and if there are any changes in your company structure. Learn more about our Corporate Secretary services.
All Hong Kong companies must have a local registered address. It will appear on all legal documents and the authorities will send any relevant notices with deadlines here. We open, scan, and upload important documents to your Osome account for safe storage and for your review.
This must-have document outlines important details of a company, including the company name, business nature, and address. It is typically issued for 1 year and has to be renewed annually. We'll arrange this document for your company help with the renewal process.
Get your company registered
We handle the process 100% online. We collect your documents via chat, fill in the necessary forms, and send them to you to sign digitally. We need your company name, business activities and share structure. We also ask for all director and shareholder names, addresses, and contact info, and complete online ID verification for each.
- Articles of Association (the same document as your Company Constitution)
- Incorporation Application
Open a business account
You will need a bank account to receive money and pay your invoices. We partner up with HSBC, the largest bank in Hong Kong, and other traditional banks. We also work with neobanks, such as Airwallex: we connect you with our partners and help you submit your application to an account suited to your business.
Set up your accounting calendar
As a business owner, you’ll need to submit two reports and one audit every year. Even if you have no transactions, you still need to submit annual reports: prepare unaudited accounts, have an external auditor review them, and file Profit Tax Return. It's crucial to prepare these correctly and on time to avoid fines and penalties, but we will do our best to make sure this doesn't happen.
We’ll handle your bookkeeping, prepare reports, and keep track of the timelines to submit them. You will also get an accountant dedicated to your business.
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Plans to fit your business
Essential
For those who already have a Hong Kong office address
HK$ 5,800HK$3,850 government fees included- Incorporation
- Incorporation application
- Certificate of Incorporation (CI)
- Articles of Association
- Business Registration Certificate (BRC) for 1 year
- Osome app document storage
- Neobank account opening assistance
- Corporate Secretary
- Personal Corporate Secretary On‑demand support via live chat
- Annual General Meeting papers
- Annual Returns Filing (NAR1)
- Automated reminders of filing deadlines
- Online shares distribution management and capital table
All-inclusive
For those needing a stress-free set up with complete services
HK$ 7,800HK$3,850 government fees included- Incorporation
- Incorporation application
- Certificate of Incorporation (CI)
- Articles of Association
- Business Registration Certificate (BRC) for 1 year
- Osome app document storage
- Neobank account opening assistance
- Corporate Secretary
- Personal Corporate Secretary On‑demand support via live chat
- Annual General Meeting papers
- Annual Returns Filing (NAR1)
- Automated reminders of filing deadlines
- Online shares distribution management and capital table
- Management of unlimited company changes
- Registered Address
- Registered address for 1 year
- Notifications when you receive mail
- Scanning and forwarding of notices and documents to this address
What our clients think about Osome services
“We saved a lot of time which we could reallocate to scaling our business”
91 %of customers recommend Osome services
“The company setup was more than smooth and professional. Our organization turned into up and jogging in no time in any respect!”
Ben Berger
Helping your new business succeed in Hong Kong
Bank account opening, sorted
We fast-track you through one of our partner banks and assist with submitting your application for an account. Our partners include HSBC, DBS, Transwap, Airwallex and WorldFirst.
Business support beyond starting
From registering to tax, accounting, and bookkeeping services, our local accountants have you covered for the first year and beyond.
Pay the right tax
We'll provide information on Hong Kong tax rates and local allowances, so you can do business in Hong Kong while remaining tax-compliant.
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