For many multinational companies, Hong Kong remains the preferred bridge between Asia-Pacific opportunity and Western capital. Competitive base salaries help attract talent, yet it is the carefully structured fringe benefits package that often seals the deal. Under Hong Kong’s Salaries Tax regime, however, every non-cash perk must be weighed against the Inland Revenue Department’s rules—principally… Continue reading Fringe Benefits and Tax Efficiency in Hong Kong for International Employers
Whether you’re an individual investor or running a company with investment activities, understanding how investment income is taxed (or not taxed) in Hong Kong can make a real difference to your bottom line.
An updated checklist to keep track of what you need, depending on your business type – Limited Company, Sole Proprietorship, Partnership or Branch of a Foreign Company.
We’ll cover Long Service Payment’s eligibility, detailed calculation methods with practical examples, how it differs from Severance Payment and answer common FAQs.
Effective from 23 May 2025, Hong Kong’s new re-domiciliation regime allows eligible foreign companies to transfer their place of incorporation to Hong Kong — a move aimed at bolstering the city’s role as an international business hub. Background: why the regime matters Before the new legislation, if a foreign company wanted to migrate its incorporation… Continue reading Hong Kong Launches New Re-domiciliation Regime for Foreign Companies
A limited partnership in Hong Kong is a business entity established and co-owned by two or more parties with a view to sharing profits.
This guide walks you through what needs to be filed, when, and how, along with practical tips on extensions, recordkeeping, and tax planning.
Allotment and issuance of shares is a legal requirement at the time of company incorporation. Every Hong Kong Limited Company (the “Company”) must issue and allot a minimum of 1 share to its founder / member. However, at any time, should a company’s existing member wish to increase its share capital, they may do so… Continue reading Allotment and Issue Of Shares for a Limited Company
As the Hong Kong tax filing season approaches, individual taxpayers may be exploring available deductions and allowances to reduce their tax liability. One commonly claimed allowance is the Dependent Parent and Grandparent Allowance, which applies to those who financially support an elderly parent or grandparent. While the allowance offers meaningful tax relief, the eligibility criteria… Continue reading Parent and Grandparent Allowance in Hong Kong: Eligibility and Compliance Tips
In general, a sole proprietorship appears to be an ideal business structure for a person who intends to be self-employed and intends to have a small business operation. This is due to the nature of a sole proprietorship of not being an incorporated or separate legal entity. Freelancers also should considered whether their work should… Continue reading Sole Proprietorship in Hong Kong
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