Hong Kong Company – Business Registration
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What is business registration? |
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Any person who conducts business in Hong Kong, whether by physical or online way, is required to comply with the requirements of the Business Registration Ordinance and register his business. |
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What businesses require business registration? |
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All form of business for the purpose of gain requires business registration, such as trading, consulting, crafting, tutoring or coaching. |
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What forms of business can be registered in Hong Kong? |
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There are a total of six types of business: 1. Individual; 2. Body Corporate; 3. Partnership; 4. Limited Partnership Fund; 5. Unincorporated Body of Persons; and 6. Branch Business. If operating as individual(s), the person(s) shall apply for sole proprietorship or partnership (with more than one investor) registration. If operating as a Body Corporate, they can register a Limited Company under the Hong Kong Companies Ordinance (Cap. 622) |
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Requirements for application of business registration? |
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Sole proprietorship or partnership must apply for a business registration within one month from the date of operation. For the incorporation of a Limited Company is deemed to have applied for business registration at the same time. Applicant is not required to submit a separate application for business registration. However, the Limited Company must be registered before starting business. |
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How do I change my business registration information? |
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If the registration information changes, such as business address or nature, the operator shall notify the Inland Revenue Department in writing within 1 month. Kaizen can provide business registration and change services. You may contact our staff for further details. |