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Select Package
Choose the package that fits your needs.
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Company Name
Fill in the application form and choose your proposed company name.
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Payment
Proceed to checkout. We will contact you by phone & email to confirm details.
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Done and Ready
Once the company is registered, we will send you the Certificates for record.
1. How fast can the company be ready?
As fast as in 1 business day. Once the payment arrives in our account, we will send you draft incorporation documents for review wthin 1 business day, and also arrange the video call for passport verification within the day. After you confirm the documents, we will submit them to the government for registration. The Certificate of Incorporation will then be ready in 12 hours.
2. Do I need to be in Hong Kong to set up an offshore company?
We can arrange the registration remotely. No visit is required.
3. I am a foreigner. Can I still set up a company in Hong Kong?
Yes. Foreigners can have full ownership (100%) of an offshore company in Hong Kong whilst being the sole director and shareholder. To start the process, we will need to have a copy of your passport and residential address proof. Residential address proof can be a personal bank statement, utility bill or a phone bill.
4. Is there any restrictions on the nationality of the director and shareholder?
The HK government welcomes people from all over the world to register a company in Hong Kong. However, the processing time may vary. We recently observe that the Government needs extra time, around 2 business days, to approve applications from the UAE, Morocco, the Philippines and other high-risk countries.
5. What are the minimum requirements for Hong Kong company formation?
Foreigners should note that the company must have an HK registered office address and a company secretary who is a Hong Kong resident or a corporate entity as an TCSP Licensee (corporate entity).
6. Why do I need a Shelf-Company (ready-made company) ?
Having a shelf-company (ready-made company) shed lights on account opening. When closing a business deal, suppliers and customers usually have more confidence in making business with a company that has period of existence than, to engage with a company that is newly opened.
7. How can I get Shelf-Company?
Choose any of our package, and add US$250 for an upgrade to a 1-year Shelf-Company. You will receive a brand new (un-used) ready-made company from us. We can add you as the sole director and shareholder with 100% full control of the company. You can choose from our Name List or to come up with your personalised Company Name. For easy reference, all these ready-made companies are incorporated between 25 – 31 March 2023
8. For the Hong Kong Phone Number, does it come with a Physical SIM card? Or is it a virtual number?
It is more than just a virtual card. The phone number comes with a Physical SIM card offered by a local telecom service provider in HK. We will also mail you the physical SIM card to your overseas address after the card is activated and registered under Real-name Registration Scheme. You can receive and make international calls, receiving SMS as well as using the 5G Experience Data Plan.
9. Why do I need a Hong Kong Phone Number?
Having a HK Phone Number enhance your business with advanced security and compliance! As a leading firm in HK that are closely aligned with HK government’s policy updates, we offer HK phone number along with new requirement of business contact number on incorporation form. It also helps you to prevent identity thefts, to develop a trustworthy brand, and mostly importantly- to provide your customers and business partners with more assurance in working with you.
10. Can I change the shareholder structure of my company?
Yes. You can increase the share capital by alloting new shares to existing or new members. You can also transfer the shares to any other party any time after the company is registered. We can help you prepare the paperwork and submit it to the Inland Revenue Department. Please contact us for more details.
11. How do I maintain a Hong Kong limited company?
The company must renew its Business Registration Certificate (US$290) annually and file the Annual Return (NAR1 Form) (US$15) every year. Our team will remind you of the important dates during the year, so you can focus on developing your business.
12. What do I receive after the company formation?
After the company is registered, you will receive digital copies of (1) Certificate of Incorporation (2) Business Registration Certificate (3) Incorporation form NNC1 (4) Articles of Association (5) Certificate of Imcumbency.
13. How do I open a bank account?
You need to present the bank these documents: (1)Certificate of Incorporation (2)Business Registration Certificate (3)Incorporation form NNC1 (4)Articles of Association (5) Certificate of Incumbency . Don’t worry! All these documents are included in our incorporation package.
14. Does Get Started HK have Hong Kong practising CPAs?
Yes. Our program is managed by HK Practising CPAs and Chartered Secretaries. Quality is guaranteed as we do everything in-house. Our TCSP license number is TC000807.
15. Is offshore profit taxable by the Hong Kong local authority?
No. Offshore company profit is not taxable in Hong Kong. If the company intends to claim offshore status, the company shall ensure it has no customers, staff, or suppliers in Hong Kong.
16. I do not have a HKID, can I still go with the HK-resident Exclusive Package?
If you do not have a HKID card, you can consider our deluxe pack (at US$990) that includes every necessity for foreigners to set up a company in HK.
Our HK-resident exclusive is only applicable to HK local residents to connect with our local community. For foreigners, they can go with our deluxe pack , which is designed to cater the needs of our foreign clients with international compatibility and cultural sensitivity.
17. What is the best way to communicate with Get Started HK?
We are available via email, telephone and WhatsApp. We embrace meaning personalisation overall our customer experience. Each inquiries will be assigned and handled by our real-person professional specialist. They will understand your background and recommend the most suitable package based on your business needs.
18. Why is the Deluxe Pack the most popular package?
Affordable, Efficient and All-inclusive. The deluxe incorporation pack can be done 100% online. It includes all the basic things to make you stay compliant with Company laws in Hong Kong. Once the company is registered, you can start using the company to trade globally. It is fast and simple.
19. Is Get Started HK the best company formation agent?
Yes. Get Started HK has thousands more reviews than any other agents in HK. We are the only company formation agent which share VIDEO TESTIMONIALS publicly. I am sure you will find video testimonials as straightforward and authentic proof of customers’ experience.
20. How should I start the application?
You can click the start button and fill in our application form online. Payments can be made by credit card through PayPal. If you choose to pay via PayPal, you will enjoy PayPal customer protection. Alternatively, you can also choose to pay by bank wire.
21. After I make the payment, when will I be contacted?
Our incorporation team will contact you within 4 business hours. We look forward to welcoming you to the GSHK network and community.
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Get Started HK is voted to be the best company formation agent in Hong Kong. We have served more than 26 thousands customers worldwide, and we offer a whole suite of company formation services in Hong Kong. Whether this is your first company or not, we make the process smooth and seamless. Working with us allows you to free up your time to develop your core business strategies and services. Over the years, Hong Kong has earned itself the reputation of being a favourable location for company formation. With a strong start-up scene, great business culture and plenty of investment opportunities, those who look to set up a company in Hong Kong are presented with countless opportunities. Its strategic location is often considered as the best gateway to enter the Chinese market. Our company formation services in Hong Kong can provide potential business owners with the chance to easily access one of the biggest markets in the world. Foreigners can have full ownership of a Hong Kong company and Hong Kong is a low tax regime. This makes forming a company here a very viable option for business owners around the world. Read through our different Hong Kong company formation plans to see which is best suited for your needs.
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