On 29th of March 2012, the Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department (‘Inland Revenue’) finally released its Advance Pricing Arrangement (‘APA’) procedures in its Departmental Interpretation and Practice Notes no 48 (‘DIPN 48’). According to paragraph 1 of DIPN 48, the DIPN will provide guidance for companies willing to conclude an APA and explains its process,… Continue reading Advance Pricing Arrangement in Hong Kong and Mainland China
The roles and duties of a tax representative and a tax agent vary in different countries and different terms are used. Generally, a tax representative operates as the client’s company and the tax agent operates representing its own name. Nevertheless, both operate on behalf of the client’s company and can discharge the assigned legal duties.… Continue reading Tax Representative, Tax Agent & Tax Accountant
Under the Hong Kong salaries tax system, both employers and employees/directors are obliged to report the employment remuneration/directors’ remuneration to the HK-IRD by filing annual employer’s returns and individual tax returns respectively.
Mainland China and Hong Kong have entered into their Fifth Protocol to their Comprehensive Avoidance of Double Taxation Arrangement.
Many of us have heard or might even have read about the taxation of the digital economy. This not only because the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (‘OECD’) and the European Union (‘EU’) both have issued reports on this matter, but also because it has become a ‘hot topic’ within the society itself that… Continue reading Digital Economy & Taxation
In Board of Review/Tax Tribunal Case X66, several appellants brought appeals to the Board of Review (“BoR”) under section 66 of the Hong Kong Inland Revenue Ordinance (“HK IRO”). For easy reading, Case X66 described below has been limited to one appellant only but this case shows similar points regarding the importance of tax substance.… Continue reading The Importance of Corporate Tax Substance
On 26 February 2025, Hong Kong’s Financial Secretary announced the Budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, outlining economic forecasts, tax policies, and support measures aimed at strengthening the city’s economy. Economic Outlook Despite a complicated and changing environment, Hong Kong’s economy grew by 2.5% in 2024. Employment remained stable, inflation was moderate, and the city… Continue reading Hong Kong Budget 2025-26
When thinking about retiring, many Dutch nationals think about retirement to Thailand or some other exotic country to enjoy their golden years. This may incur in some issue with the Dutch tax authorities. Is retirement to these jurisdictions possible or even beneficial? Dutch Retirement Pension Taxation It is commonly known that Tax Authorities often provide… Continue reading Retirement in Thailand for Dutch Nationals
Pursuant to the general charging provision of Section 14(1) of the Inland Revenue Ordinance (‘HK-IRO’), an income is NOT liable to profits tax (corporate income tax) if it is (i) not derived from a trade, profession or business carrying on in Hong Kong and/or (ii) not arising in or derived from Hong Kong (i.e. sourced… Continue reading Offshore Non-taxable Claim Acceptance in Hong Kong
Kenya has picturesque white sandy beaches like Thailand and it is marvellous country with rich experiences in food, culture and music among others. That’s why many people choose to retire in Kenya as a foreigner. If you choose so, you must choose your tax advisor/lawyer wisely in order to avoid interruptions to your relaxed lifestyle!… Continue reading Retire in Kenya
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