When this service helps
- Starting a Hong Kong company
- Clarifying shareholders, directors and ownership
- Planning ongoing obligations from the outset
Scope of support
- Review the formation brief and required information
- Prepare and assist with agreed incorporation filings
- Coordinate secretarial, banking and annual next steps
What you receive
- Information and document checklist
- Agreed application documents and filing records
- Post-incorporation next-step summary
What to prepare
These are starting points. Your adviser will confirm the specific information needed.
- Proposed name and business description
- Shareholder, director and controller information
- Proposed ownership and contact details
How it works
- 01
Tell us about your business
Share your current stage, questions and timing.
- 02
Agree the scope and fees
Confirm the work, information, costs and responsibilities.
- 03
Proceed and follow through
Complete the agreed work and follow up on documents and next steps.
Timing and fees
Timing depends on complete information, the agreed scope and the relevant authorities or institutions. We discuss it after the initial review.
Pricing depends on ownership, documentation and scope. Government, professional and third-party charges are identified separately.
FAQ
Is bank account opening included?
Banking assistance and ongoing secretarial work are included only where stated in the quotation and engagement.
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