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Start a Business in Hong Kong — Asia's Premier Gateway to China
Hong Kong company formation is the process of incorporating a Private Limited Company (Ltd) with the Companies Registry (CR), costing just HKD 3,895 (~USD 500) via the e-Registry portal. Hong Kong offers Asia’s most competitive tax regime: 8.25% on the first HKD 2 million of profits, 16.5% above that, and territorial taxation meaning offshore profits are exempt. The India-Hong Kong DTAA provides a 5% withholding tax on dividends the lowest rate India has with any jurisdiction globally. With CEPA providing preferential access to 153 service sectors in mainland China, Hong Kong is the definitive gateway for Indian companies targeting the Chinese market. Comply Globally has helped 1,080+ entrepreneurs across 45+ countries.
- By Dr. Anil Gupta, Global Expansion Advisor
- Updated April 2026
- 15 min read
500+
Companies launched
45+
Countries served
4.9
Client rating
+12 today
Founders onboarded
Incorporated in 7 days
Average turnaround time
8.25%
First HKD 2M
60K+
Indian Community
5%
DTAA Dividends (Lowest!)
CEPA
China 153 Sectors
~$500
Formation Cost
Our Services in Hong Kong
What We Help You With in Hong Kong
Leverage our expertise for company formation, EXIM, IOR/EOR, visas, banking, and ongoing
compliance all from a single point of contact. Hong Kong remains Asia’s premier international
business hub and gateway to mainland China.
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Company Formation
Register a Hong Kong Private Limited Company in 1–2 business days through the Companies Registry. We handle name search and reservation, Articles of Association drafting, director and company secretary appointment, registered address provision, and full incorporation remotely from India. Minimum capital: HKD 1. 100% foreign ownership permitted. Average Comply Globally turnaround: 1.8 business days. Starting from ₹45,000.
Tax & Compliance Advisory
Navigate Hong Kong's competitive 8.25% / 16.5% two-tier Profits Tax, Salaries Tax, Property Tax, and annual Companies Registry returns. We optimise your structure using the India–Hong Kong DTAA (dividends 5%, interest 10%, royalties 10%) and the Offshore Claim exemption for income sourced entirely outside Hong Kong. Hong Kong levies zero GST/VAT, zero capital gains tax, and zero withholding tax on dividends — one of the lowest tax regimes globally. Source: Inland Revenue Department (IRD), Hong Kong.
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FEMA & RBI Compliance
We handle BOTH sides simultaneously: Hong Kong incorporation AND Indian FEMA compliance. Form ODI filing with your Authorised Dealer bank, Annual Performance Reports (APR) by 31 December, FLA returns to RBI by 15 July, and Foreign Tax Credit (Section 90) claims under the India–Hong Kong DTAA. This dual-side expertise is our #1 differentiator — no other firm seamlessly manages the full India–Hong Kong compliance cycle in one engagement.
Visas & Immigration
Employment Visa (skilled professionals), Investment Visa / Entrepreneur scheme (business founders and investors), and Dependant Visa for family members. We handle Immigration Department applications, renewals, and extension compliance. Investment Visa typically requires a credible business plan and evidence of substantial capital contribution. Employment Visa requires proof of specialist skills and a genuine job offer from a Hong Kong employer.
EXIM & Logistics
Import/export licences, customs clearance via Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department, 3PL warehousing, IOR/AOR/EOR services, and Hong Kong–India trade facilitation. As a free port with zero customs tariffs on most goods, Hong Kong is the world's seventh-largest trading economy and the gateway for ASEAN and Greater Bay Area distribution.
Cross-Border Banking
Corporate account opening at HSBC, Standard Chartered, Hang Seng, DBS Hong Kong, or Citibank. We prepare your business plan, projected financials, and KYC documentation. Enhanced due diligence applies to new overseas-incorporated entities — our proven documentation framework dramatically reduces rejection risk and processing time. Most banks require an in-person visit or video-based KYC verification.
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- 45+ Countries
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Why Partner With Comply Globally?
Our 4 Brand Promises — Backed by Results
These are not marketing claims. They are measurable operational standards tracked
and verified across 1,080+ client engagements worldwide.
Speed of Action
We respond within 4 hours. Average Hong Kong Private Limited incorporation: 1.8 business days often same-day for straightforward cases.
Fastest: Same-day incorporation
Accuracy & Competence
Zero compliance failures across 1,080+ engagements. Every filing is reviewed by a dedicated country specialist before submission.
100% filing accuracy · 4.7★ rating
Ease of Doing Business
One contact for everything — Hong Kong Companies Registry incorporation AND Indian FEMA compliance handled simultaneously. No vendor juggling, no coordination overhead.
Single Point of Management · 45+ countries
Cost Competitiveness
Transparent, all-inclusive pricing with zero hidden fees. Consistently 30–40% lower than Big 4 firms for equivalent scope and quality.
Hong Kong Pte Ltd 5.7★ rating
“Initially I was thinking their brand promises were marketing jargon — but after taking their services, I can say they are better than excellent in Speed of Action, Cost Competitiveness, and Competence.”
TAX FRAMEWORk
What Is the Corporate Tax Rate in Hong Kong?
Hong Kong operates a two-tier Profits Tax system one of the most competitive in Asia.
According to the Inland Revenue Department (IRD), Hong Kong levies Profits Tax at 8.25% on the first HKD 2,000,000 of assessable profits and 16.5% on the remainder for corporations. Unincorporated businesses pay 7.5% and 15% respectively. Hong Kong imposes zero capital gains tax, zero VAT/GST, and zero withholding tax on dividends making it uniquely attractive for holding company structures and regional headquarters. The Offshore Claim provision allows companies with profits sourced entirely outside Hong Kong to apply for full tax exemption on those profits. The India Hong Kong DTAA (Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement) reduces cross-border withholding tax to 5% on dividends (where the beneficial owner holds at least 10% equity), 10% on interest, and 10% on royalties.
Sources: Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department (IRD) · India–Hong Kong DTAA 1994 (amended) · Updated April 2026
Hong Kong vs Singapore vs Dubai vs Luxembourg— Tax Comparison
| Factor | 🇭🇰Hong Kong | 🇸🇬Singapore | 🇦🇪Dubai (UAE) | 🇱🇺Luxembourg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CIT Rate | 16.5% (8.25% on first HKD 2M) | 17% | 9% (0% on profits ≤ AED 375k) | 17% (15% SMEs) |
Capital Gains Tax | 0% (no CGT) | 0% | 0% | 0% (qualifying participations) |
Dividend WHT | 0% (no WHT on dividends) | 0% | 0% | 15% (0% for qualifying EU/treaty residents) |
VAT / GST | 0% (no VAT/GST) | 9% GST | 5% VAT | 17% VAT |
DTAA Network | ~50 treaties (+ 20 CDTAs) | ~90 treaties | ~140 treaties | ~85 treaties |
Ease of Doing Business | #3 (World Bank) | #1 | #16 | #72 |
Offshore / Special Regime | Territorial tax: only HK-sourced income taxed; Foreign-sourced income exempt | Territorial + exemption on foreign-sourced income | Free Zones: 0% CIT for 50 yrs; 100% foreign ownership | IP regime: 80% exemption on IP income (6.8% effective) |
Investment Incentives | Patent Box: 5% concessionary rate on IP income; R&D: 300% deduction on first HKD 2M; Family Office: 0% profits tax | Startup: 0–4.25% CIT for 3 yrs; Pioneer: tax holiday 5–10 yrs | Free Zones: 0% CIT & import duty; R&D incentives via ADIO | IP Box: 80% income exemption; R&D super-deduction |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hong Kong Business Setup Expert Answers
You register a Private Limited Company through the Hong Kong Companies Registry (CR) via the e-Registry portal by submitting company name, Articles of Association, director details, and registered address.
Company incorporation is extremely fast and typically takes 1–2 business days, with some cases completed the same day.
There is no mandatory minimum capital requirement, although most companies declare a nominal capital (often HKD 1) during incorporation.
Hong Kong uses a two-tier profits tax system.
- 8.25% on the first HKD 2 million profit
- 16.5% on profits above that
There is also zero VAT, zero capital gains tax, and zero dividend withholding tax.
The Offshore Claim allows companies to pay zero tax on profits earned outside Hong Kong, provided the income is proven to be offshore sourced and meets Inland Revenue Department (IRD) requirements.
Yes. Hong Kong allows 100% foreign ownership, and there are no restrictions on foreign shareholders or directors.
Through CEPA (Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement), Hong Kong provides preferential access to 153 service sectors in mainland China, making it a key entry point for Indian and global companies targeting China.
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