QUICK BENEFITS
One structure. Business + Immigration.
Hong Kong Immigration
Secure your official Hong Kong immigration status through company setup, entrepreneurship, or talent schemes.
100% Foreign Ownership
Establish your Hong Kong company with full foreign ownership and complete operational control.
Gateway to Asia
Run your global business smoothly with a recognized Hong Kong corporate structure and world-class banking.
Family Immigration
Full dependant visa support and immigration assistance for your spouse and unmarried children.
IMMIGRATION ROUTE
How Hong Kong Immigration works
Establish your HK company
We incorporate your Hong Kong corporate entity and assist with initial corporate structuring.
Prepare immigration file
Business plan drafting, corporate sponsorship documentation, and applicant profiling are finalized.
Apply to HK ImmD
Your company formally submits your immigration application to the Hong Kong Immigration Department.
Approval & eVisa
Upon successful review by HK ImmD, your official entry visa is granted.
HKID Registration
Once inside Hong Kong, complete your biometric enrollment for your official Hong Kong Identity Card (HKID).
WHO IS THIS FOR
Is Hong Kong Immigration right for you?
This pathway is built for founders, professionals, and international business operators looking for a secure corporate and residential base in Asia's premier financial hub.
International Consultants
Consulting, advisory, and cross-border service providers expanding to Hong Kong.
Tech Founders & Startups
Innovators looking to leverage Hong Kong's tech infrastructure and capital access.
Agency Owners
Marketing, creative, and development teams expanding into the Greater Bay Area.
Global Entrepreneurs
Founders seeking a strategic Asian hub from which to manage global supply chains and international operations.
High-Net-Worth Investors
Individuals seeking wealth preservation, world-class banking, and a path to HK Permanent Residency.
Not every business activity or applicant automatically qualifies. SetupHero reviews your proposed activity and profile before proceeding.
WHY HONG KONG
Why Hong Kong for business & immigration
Hong Kong pairs a globally recognized financial center with a streamlined immigration framework leading toward long-term stay and eventual Permanent Residency.
100% Foreign Ownership
Foreign entrepreneurs can establish and fully own a Hong Kong private limited company without requiring a local resident director or partner.
Global Financial Hub
Hong Kong operates as a world-class international trade, logistics, and innovation center, acting as the premier gateway to Mainland China and broader Asia.
Territorial Tax Framework
Benefit from a simple, low-tax regime where corporate profits tax is only levied on income derived from within Hong Kong.
Path to Permanent Residency
Maintaining your valid visa status continuously for 7 years qualifies you to apply for Hong Kong Permanent Residency (PR) and a HK Passport.
World-Class Banking
Access premier multi-currency corporate banking infrastructure with leading local and international financial institutions.
Hong Kong Residency Pathways
Choose the immigration structure that fits your goals. Fees are per case.
- Professionals seeking HK employment
- Employed by a HK company prior
- Academic & work skills assessment
- Application timeframe: 2-3 months
- No adverse immigration history
- Required net assets ≥ HKD30 million
- Assets held 6 months prior to application
- Invest HKD30 million in Hong Kong
- Maintain investment for 7 years
- No criminal record
- Set up a company in Hong Kong
- Physical operational office required
- Hiring local Hong Kong employees
- Sufficient funds to cover expenses
- Eligible for PR after 7 years
Permanent Residency
Eligible for permanent residency after 7 years of residence and compliance.
Investment Scheme
Invest no less than HKD30 million in Hong Kong for 7 consecutive years.
Entrepreneur Setup
Requires a physical operational office, local employees, and sufficient funds.
GEP Processing
General Employment Policy applications typically take 2-3 months.
Watch, learn, then
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A business-friendly territorial tax system
Hong Kong offers one of the most attractive tax regimes in the world, taxing corporate profits only on income that is derived directly from within the jurisdiction.
Territorial Basis
Offshore-sourced profits can often be legally exempt from Hong Kong Profits Tax.
Low Tax Rates
The first HK$2 million of assessable profits is taxed at just 8.25%.
Annual Filings
SetupHero coordinates your yearly compliance with the IRD to keep your entity in good standing.
No Hidden Taxes
No VAT, no GST, no capital gains tax, and no withholding tax on dividends.
Corporate Tax Framework
Based on official Hong Kong IRD guidelines
IMMIGRATION PROCESS
How your application moves forward
Eligibility Call
20 minutes. Review your business activity, founder profile, long-term goals, and appropriate visa scheme.
KYC & Company Setup
Passport and documentation are collected, verified, and your Hong Kong corporate entity is officially established.
File Preparation
Prepare business plans, financial projections, and corporate sponsorship documentation for the Immigration Dept.
Immigration Submission
Formal processing, submission, and continuous liaison with authorized HK immigration officers.
HKID Enrollment
Enter Hong Kong with your eVisa and complete your biometric enrollment for the official Hong Kong Identity Card.
Banking & Renewals
Assist with corporate banking setup, ongoing administration, accounting compliance, and future visa renewals.
FAMILY IMMIGRATION
Relocating with your family?
Your Hong Kong immigration plan covers your whole household. We make it simple to bring your loved ones along with comprehensive dependant visa support.
Spouse
Full coordination and dependant visa assistance for your legally married spouse.
Children
Dependant visa applications and HKID processing for your unmarried dependent children under the age of 18.
Renewals & PR
Ongoing immigration administration, visa renewals, and eventual Permanent Residency applications for the whole family.
Family-friendly
Seamless dependant integration
COMPARISON
HK Entrepreneur Immigration vs other routes
| COMPARISON | HK ENTREPRENEUR / TALENT IMMIGRATION | STANDARD TOURIST VISA | LOCAL EMPLOYMENT PASS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Designed for entrepreneurs | Yes | No | Usually no |
| Own company | Yes | Separate | Employer dependent |
| Work through company | Yes | Restricted | Yes |
| Path to Permanent Residency | Yes (after 7 years) | No | Yes |
| Hong Kong ID (HKID) | Yes | No | Yes |
| Employer required | Your own HK company | No | Yes (Third-party employer) |
| Business + immigration package | Yes | No | No |
END TO END
Why SetupHero
Company Formation
Complete Hong Kong corporate establishment and registry compliance handled from start to finish.
- Companies Registry (CR) Filing
- Statutory Documentation
- Registered Office Support
Hong Kong Immigration
End-to-end coordination and management of your Hong Kong immigration and visa application process.
- Business Plan Guidance
- HK ImmD Liaison
- Application Approval Support
Banking Assistance
Dedicated support with multi-currency corporate banking applications and introductions.
- Multi-Currency Accounts
- Bank Compliance Guidance
- FinTech & Traditional Banking
Accounting & Tax
Ongoing bookkeeping, corporate tax preparation, and Inland Revenue Department (IRD) compliance.
- Annual Financial Returns
- Employer's Return
- IRD Tax Filing & Liaison
Immigration Maintenance
Ongoing immigration renewals and dependant visa assistance for your family members.
- Visa Renewal Filings
- Dependant Visa Applications
- HKID Management & PR Track
One Point of Contact
Deal directly with SetupHero rather than managing multiple fragmented service providers.
- Dedicated Account Advisor
- Streamlined Management
- Transparent Communication
WATCH FIRST
Secure your Hong Kong Immigration status.
Watch our complete breakdown of the Hong Kong immigration process, how the business routes work, and the key steps to avoid unnecessary delays.
FAQ
Common questions
Everything you need to know about Hong Kong Immigration and corporate setup.
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Hong Kong Immigration process?
From company incorporation to corporate banking and immigration filings, our experts manage the entire process — so you can establish in Asia with confidence.