Alpha Blog — A Practical Guide for Hong Kong SMEs

The minimum statutory government fee to set up a Hong Kong company is HK$3,895 (company registration fee HK$1,545 + Business Registration fee HK$2,350, effective from April 2026). Engaging a licensed TCSP for full-service incorporation with company secretary and registered address, Alpha’s all-inclusive package starts from HK$6,980 (HK$7,980 for a specified incorporation date), with e-filing completed in as little as 3 working days ...

Hong Kong company tax filing: the IRD issues the first BIR51 Profits Tax return about 18 months after incorporation, which must be submitted together with audited financial statements. Profits Tax uses a two-tiered system: the first HK$2 million of profits is taxed at 8.25%, with the excess at 16.5%; offshore profits may apply for an offshore exemption ...