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Starting your own business is exciting. When doing busi

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Choosing the right business structure is a key decision

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A Business Registration Certificate, commonly called a BR, is the business licence that any entity operating a business in Hong Kong is legally required to obtain.

Establishing a business is often the first step when starting or expanding operations in Hong Kong. Understanding the procedures for limited companies and unincorporated businesses, and accurately budgeting for the costs, is essential to a successful start.

Hong Kong’s employee protections have undergone a

The eMPF Platform is a one-stop digital platform designed to improve administrative efficiency, reduce operating costs and provide members and employers with a more convenient, transparent experience. This article explains its features, registration process and outlook.

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Expecting a significant fall in income and concerned about provisional tax? This article explains holdover eligibility and the application process, including key points and the serious consequences of false statements.

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Each April brings the tax returns that Hong Kong busine

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As their businesses develop, many Hong Kong entrepreneu

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Tax filing season can be a headache for many Hong Kong

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Hong Kong limited companies must file an annual return,

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Compare common Hong Kong tax payment methods, including FPS, internet banking, PPS, credit cards, in-person payment and post. Learn which bill details, deadlines and service terms to check before paying.

Statutory holidays increase to 15 days in 2026. Understand the difference between statutory and bank holidays, holiday pay calculations and replacement days to manage employees compliantly and avoid disputes.

How do severance and long service payments differ? Can both be claimed? What does the 2025 abolition of MPF offsetting mean for employers? This article explains eligibility, calculations and the new arrangements to help you understand entitlements and manage the transition compliantly.

As the global tax environment changes rapidly and econo

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A shell company can be a double-edged sword: used well,

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