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Register a Company in Hong Kong from the United Kingdom

Sirius Global Solutions manages the entire Hong Kong company formation process remotely — from Companies Registry filing and company secretary appointment to Business Registration Certificate and corporate bank account introduction. You stay in the UK; we handle Hong Kong.

100% Remote Incorporation
Licensed HK Company Secretary
Corporate Bank Account Support
Ongoing HK Compliance Managed
5–7Day Incorporation
8.25%HK Profits Tax
100%Remote Process
4.9★Client Rating
Why Hong Kong?

Hong Kong — Asia's Premier Business Gateway

Hong Kong's transparent legal system, low territorial tax regime, and strategic position at the heart of the Asia-Pacific make it the first choice for UK businesses entering Asian markets.

Hong Kong operates one of the world's most business-friendly corporate environments. Governed by the Companies Ordinance Cap. 622 and overseen by the Companies Registry, a Hong Kong Private Limited Company can be fully incorporated and operational within five to seven working days — entirely remotely from the UK.

The territorial tax system is a critical advantage. Only profits arising in or derived from Hong Kong are subject to Profits Tax. UK businesses trading with customers outside Hong Kong — for example, connecting UK suppliers with Chinese or Southeast Asian buyers — may legitimately structure their operations to qualify for an offshore profits tax exemption, subject to careful compliance with Inland Revenue Department (IRD) requirements.

There is no VAT or GST in Hong Kong, no capital gains tax, no withholding tax on dividends paid to overseas shareholders, and no restrictions on repatriating profits to the UK. Combined with Hong Kong's extensive network of tax treaties and its role as a hub for RMB settlement, this creates a compelling commercial and tax efficiency case for UK businesses with Asian ambitions.

Sirius Global Solutions manages the complete formation process from our Stanmore office — liaising directly with our Hong Kong-based partner company secretaries and licensed accountants so you never need to travel.

🇭🇰 Hong Kong at a Glance
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Company Type
Private Limited Company (Ltd) — most common for foreign investors
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Profits Tax Rate
8.25% on first HK$2M / 16.5% on remainder (two-tier rate)
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Share Capital Minimum
No minimum — typically HK$10,000 issued capital
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Directors Required
Minimum 1 individual director — any nationality, no HK residency required
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Company Secretary
Mandatory — must be HK-resident individual or body corporate
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No VAT / GST / CGT
Zero — no VAT, capital gains tax, or withholding tax on dividends
Our HK Incorporation Services

Everything You Need to Incorporate & Operate in Hong Kong

From the first Companies Registry filing to year-end statutory audit — Sirius Global Solutions manages every step of your Hong Kong corporate lifecycle.

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Private Limited Company Formation

Full incorporation via the Hong Kong Companies Registry — including Memorandum and Articles of Association, share structure design, Form NNC1 filing, and Certificate of Incorporation.

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Resident Company Secretary

Appointment of a licensed HK-resident company secretary as required under the Companies Ordinance Cap. 622 — satisfying the statutory obligation without any HK-resident director needed.

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Registered Office Address

A Hong Kong registered office address for all Companies Registry and Inland Revenue Department official correspondence — compliant with the Companies Ordinance requirement.

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Business Registration Certificate

Obtaining your Business Registration Certificate (BRC) from the HK Inland Revenue Department — mandatory for operating any business in Hong Kong, renewed annually.

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Corporate Bank Account Introduction

Introduction to suitable HK banking partners — HSBC, Standard Chartered, Hang Seng, or digital alternatives like Airwallex — with preparation of KYC packs and business profiles for smooth account approval.

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Annual Returns & Compliance Filing

Annual return to the Companies Registry, profits tax return to the IRD, employer's return, and statutory audit coordination — keeping your HK entity compliant every year.

Our Process

Seven Steps from UK Instruction to HK Certificate

A structured, transparent process designed for UK-based founders — no travel to Hong Kong required at any stage.

Free Structure Consultation

We review your business activities, ownership goals, and tax objectives to recommend the optimal HK company structure and offshore tax position.

Name Availability Check

We search the HK Companies Registry to confirm your preferred company name is available and compliant with naming restrictions under the Companies Ordinance.

Document Preparation & KYC

We prepare incorporation forms, Articles of Association, and collect certified KYC documents from all directors and shareholders — entirely remotely from the UK.

Companies Registry Filing

Documents filed electronically or in person at the HK Companies Registry. Certificate of Incorporation typically issued within 3–5 working days for electronic submissions.

Business Registration Certificate

Application to the Inland Revenue Department for your BRC — usually issued same day or within 24 hours of incorporation approval.

Company Secretary & Office

Our licensed HK company secretary and registered office address are appointed, satisfying all mandatory Companies Ordinance requirements.

Bank Account & Go Live

We introduce suitable banking partners and prepare your account opening documentation — getting your HK company fully operational and ready for business.

Tax Efficiency

UK vs Hong Kong Tax Comparison

Understanding the tax differences helps you structure your UK–HK operations for maximum efficiency. Our advisers model both positions before you incorporate.

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Hong Kong — Territorial Tax System
Profits Tax (first HK$2M)8.25%
Profits Tax (above HK$2M)16.5%
Offshore profits (qualifying)0% (exempt)
Capital Gains TaxNone
Dividend Withholding TaxNone
VAT / GSTNone
Stamp Duty (share transfer)0.2%
Statutory audit requiredYes — annual
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United Kingdom — Worldwide Tax System
Corporation Tax (main rate)25%
Corporation Tax (small profits)19%
Overseas profits (DTT dependent)Taxable (credit relief)
Capital Gains Tax (corporate)25% (SSE may apply)
Dividend Withholding Tax0–25%
VAT (standard rate)20%
Stamp Duty Reserve Tax0.5%
Statutory audit requiredThreshold-based
Why Choose Us

Why UK Businesses Choose Sirius Global Solutions for HK Incorporation

We are a UK-based consultancy with established Hong Kong partner networks — combining British regulatory expertise with genuine on-ground HK knowledge.

Single Point of Contact — UK-Based

No navigating overseas time zones for simple queries. Our Stanmore team coordinates all Hong Kong partner communications on your behalf.

Licensed HK Company Secretary Network

We work exclusively with licensed and regulated Hong Kong company secretaries — protecting your corporate governance from the outset.

Dual UK–HK Tax Advisory

Uniquely, we advise on both your UK tax obligations and HK profits tax position simultaneously — covering transfer pricing, DTT treatment, and UK CFC rules.

Post-Incorporation Support Included

Annual returns, BRC renewals, profits tax filings, and statutory audit coordination — we do not disappear after incorporation day.

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Days Avg. Completion

From first instruction to fully incorporated HK entity with BRC issued.

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Travel Required

The entire process is managed remotely — you never need to visit Hong Kong.

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Star Client Rating

Consistently rated 4.9/5 across 140+ client reviews for accuracy and responsiveness.

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Global Jurisdictions

HK, India, UAE, and Australia — one consultancy for every expansion market.

Expert Guidance

Watch: Incorporating in Hong Kong from the UK

Our incorporation specialists explain the full HK registration process, the territorial tax advantage, statutory audit requirements, banking options, and how Sirius manages everything remotely so you stay focused on your business.

HK Company Types Offshore Tax Exemption Company Secretary Rules Banking Options UK–HK Structure
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Client Reviews

What Our HK Incorporation Clients Say

Real experiences from UK entrepreneurs and businesses that have incorporated in Hong Kong through Sirius Global Solutions.

Sirius incorporated our Hong Kong subsidiary in 9 days from first contact. The entire process was remote — we never had to travel. Company secretary, BRC, and registered address were all arranged. We were trading within two weeks of instruction. Exceptional.

Marcus Webb
Founder, UK tech export company entering Asia-Pacific

We needed a Hong Kong holding company as part of a cross-border structure. Sirius advised on both the UK and HK tax implications, designed the share structure, and handled every document. Their dual jurisdiction knowledge is genuinely rare — and invaluable.

Ananya Krishnamurthy
Director, UK–Asia trading group

The banking piece was what I was most worried about. Sirius walked us through which HK banks accept non-resident corporate applications, prepared our full KYC pack, and introduced us to an Airwallex digital account that was open within days. Couldn't have done it without them.

James Thornton
MD, UK e-commerce business with HK fulfilment
Frequently Asked Questions

Hong Kong Company Registration Questions Answered

The questions UK founders ask us most often about incorporating in Hong Kong. Not here? Book a free consultation below.

Yes — Hong Kong permits fully remote incorporation. All incorporation documents including Form NNC1, the Articles of Association, director and shareholder consent forms, and any required notarised KYC documents can be signed, witnessed, and couriered or submitted electronically without the director or shareholder entering Hong Kong. Sirius Global Solutions manages the entire filing process through our licensed Hong Kong partner company secretaries, with all communication and document exchange handled digitally from our UK office.
There is no minimum paid-up share capital requirement under Hong Kong law. The most widely used standard structure for new companies is HK$10,000 authorised and issued share capital, divided into 10,000 ordinary shares of HK$1 each. Share capital does not need to be physically deposited into a bank account at incorporation — it represents the nominal value of the shares. For companies where certain regulated activities are intended or where banking due diligence may scrutinise capitalisation, Sirius advises on the most appropriate share capital amount and class structure.
Once all KYC documents are collected and verified, the Companies Registry processes electronic filing applications within 3–5 working days. The Business Registration Certificate is issued on the same day or within 24 hours of incorporation approval. Including document preparation and KYC collection, the typical total timeline from initial instruction to a fully incorporated entity with a BRC is 7–14 calendar days. Where urgency demands it, same-day and next-day expedited filing services are available at an additional Companies Registry fee — Sirius can advise on current government processing times.
Annual compliance obligations for a Hong Kong Private Limited Company include: Annual Return filed with the Companies Registry within 42 days of each anniversary of incorporation; Business Registration Certificate renewal (annual fee payable to the IRD); Profits Tax Return filed with the IRD (first return due 18 months after incorporation, then annually); Employer's Return required even with no HK-based employees; and a statutory audit by a Hong Kong CPA before each profits tax return submission. Sirius Global Solutions coordinates all of these through our HK accounting partners, ensuring no deadline is missed regardless of where you are based.
Hong Kong's territorial tax system taxes only profits that arise in or are derived from Hong Kong. Profits generated entirely from activities conducted outside Hong Kong — such as a Hong Kong company acting as an intermediary between a UK exporter and an Asian buyer where no part of the profit-earning activities occurs in HK — may qualify for an offshore profits tax exemption claim before the IRD. The exemption is not automatic; it requires a formal claim supported by detailed evidence of where contracts are negotiated, orders are placed, and goods or services are delivered. Following Hong Kong's adoption of the OECD BEPS framework and the Refined FSIE regime for passive income, the analysis has become more nuanced. Sirius Global Solutions works with licensed Hong Kong CPAs to assess offshore claim eligibility for each client and build the necessary documentation to support the position.
No — there is no Hong Kong residency requirement for directors. A Private Limited Company must have at least one individual director (not solely a corporate director), but that individual can be a UK resident or resident of any other country. However, the company must appoint a Hong Kong-resident company secretary — either an individual ordinarily resident in Hong Kong or a body corporate with its registered office in Hong Kong. Sirius Global Solutions provides this through our HK partner network, satisfying the statutory requirement without the shareholder needing any HK-based personnel.
Fully remote corporate account opening is available through digital banking alternatives including Airwallex, Neat, and ZA Bank Business — all of which accept Hong Kong companies with non-resident directors without requiring in-person visits. Traditional banks such as HSBC and Standard Chartered generally require in-person meetings for non-resident corporate accounts, though remote options exist for specific client profiles. Sirius Global Solutions evaluates your business model, transaction profile, and banking needs to recommend the most appropriate channel, then prepares the complete KYC documentation pack, business overview, and account opening application to maximise your approval prospects with whichever bank we introduce you to.
The UK CFC rules can attribute the profits of a low-tax foreign subsidiary (such as a Hong Kong company with a 16.5% effective tax rate) to the UK parent company and subject them to UK corporation tax if certain gateway conditions are met. However, the rules contain several important exemptions — including the excluded territories exemption (HK is not on the excluded list, so this does not apply), the low profits exemption, the low profit margin exemption, and the exempt period for new entities. Crucially, a HK subsidiary that conducts genuine economic activity — management, contracting, and key decision-making performed by real people in Hong Kong — is significantly less likely to trigger the CFC charge. Sirius Global Solutions analyses the CFC position as part of our UK–HK structure advisory, ensuring the holding and operating arrangement is documented to minimise UK CFC exposure from inception.
Expand Further

Other Global Incorporation Destinations

Beyond Hong Kong, Sirius Global Solutions supports UK businesses incorporating in India, the UAE, and Australia — with the same end-to-end managed service.

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