香港公司注册与WF账户设立

To register a company in Hong Kong, you need at least one director (can be an individual or a corporate entity), one shareholder (can also be the director), a company secretary (who must be a resident of Hong Kong or a Hong Kong-based corporate entity), a registered office address in Hong Kong, and a valid business name.

There is no minimum share capital requirement for registering a company in Hong Kong. However, standard practice is to have an initial share capital of at least HKD 1 or an equivalent amount in any currency.

Yes, non-residents and foreigners can register a company in Hong Kong. There are no restrictions on nationality or residency for company registration. 

• Choose a company name and conduct a name search;
• Prepare the necessary documents, including the Articles of Association, identification documents of directors and shareholders, and the registered office address;
• Submit the application to the Companies Registry;
• Upon approval, obtain the Certificate of Incorporation and Business Registration Certificate;
• Open a Hong Kong bank account;

In Hong Kong, every company is required to appoint a company secretary. The company secretary ensures that the company complies with legal and regulatory requirements, maintains statutory records, and handles administrative tasks. The company secretary can be an individual or a corporate entity. If you want to have an individual as the company secretary, he/she must be a resident of Hong Kong.

Yes, Hong Kong companies have ongoing compliance requirements, including:

• Filing annual returns with the Companies Registry.
• Holding an Annual General Meeting (AGM) within a specific timeline.
• Maintaining proper accounting records.
• Filing tax returns with the Inland Revenue Department.
• Renewing the Business Registration Certificate annually.
• Updating any changes in company details, such as directors, shareholders, and registered office address.

Hongda also provides related services to keep your Hong Kong company compliant. Please visit our Hong Kong company accounting, auditing, and taxation page for more information.

Yes, a Hong Kong company can hire foreign employees. However, both the employer and the employee must comply with the immigration and employment laws of Hong Kong. Foreign employees generally require a valid work visa or permit to work legally in Hong Kong. The company should apply for the necessary employment visas on behalf of foreign employees.

Yes, a Hong Kong company can have a virtual office address. A virtual office allows companies to use a prestigious business address without physically occupying the space. It provides mail forwarding services and may include additional features like call handling and meeting room usage. However, it's important to ensure that the virtual office provider is reputable and compliant with local regulations.

The registration process typically takes around 1-2 weeks in Hong Kong. The timeline may vary depending on factors such as the workload of the Companies Registry and the completeness of the submitted documents. It is always advisable to book a free consultation with Hongda’s professionals for more information about the registration process and period of opening your Hong Kong company.