To legally operate a business in Hong Kong, you must have the necessary business licenses and permit requirements in Hong Kong. The business licenses and permits in Hong Kong will be issued based on the nature of your business activity. Further, a Hong Kong government department or agency will be responsible for the issuing of these […]

Whenever a business sets up a company in Hong Kong, the registration process requires the company to have Memorandum of Association and Company Articles of Association. This was under the old Company Ordinance. Under the New Ordinance, the government of Hong Kong has abolished the Memorandum of Association. They have retained the Company Articles of Association […]

The employment laws in Hong Kong are regulated by the Employment Ordinance. Several right, protection, and benefits fall under the ordinance. However, they are only available for employees categorised as “continuous employees.” What Is Defined as a Continuous Employee? A “continuous employee” is an employee who is employed under a contract that is continuous. This […]

The staff that you hire to keep your business running successfully in Hong Kong is very important. The staffs are the heart and soul of the company, the people who keep your business and your clients happy. It is important to ensure that you hire the right staff for the right roles within your company […]

An employer’s tax return filing in Hong Kong procedure still goes through the paper filing system, although the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has been working on electronic submissions through its GovHK portal in recent years. While the tax return filing system in Hong Kong is not quite fully automated yet, the government has made progress on allowing […]

If you’re working and running a business in Hong Kong, you need to know about Forms IR56.There are several form types that employees and employees must be familiar with to remain compliant. What Are Forms IR56 The IR56 forms in Hong Kong are a set of essential documents for employers and employees. These forms will be […]

In Hong Kong, both locally incorporated and foreign companies (an incorporated subsidiary or registered branch) are required to file annual return submission (annual return Hong Kong) with Companies Registry within 42 days after the anniversary of the incorporation date of the company. The Annual Filing Requirements of a Hong Kong Private Limited Company Filing of […]