Hong Kong and China Specialists
Set up and run your Asia business,
without the complexity
Company Registration, Accounting, Payroll, Tax and Compliance - Woodburn handles it all,
for Hong Kong and China.
Hong Kong Company Registration for
Local Entrepreneurs and Foreign Investors
Launch your Hong Kong Limited company quickly, compliantly, and entirely free of our incorporation fee. Start operating in days.
FIRST-YEAR COST SUMMARY
Registered office & company secretary
Government Fee for the incorporation
Government Business Registration Fee
HKD 2,350
Company Registration & Airwallex account
HKD 1,720
HKD 7,000 HKD 430
HKD 2,000 FREE
HKD 4,500
TOTAL FIRST YEAR
30+
Years Experience
FREE
Initial consultation
100%
Cloud based
✦ Licensed TCSP TC002595 ✦ Employment Agency License 71160 ✦ Offices in Hong Kong & Shanghai ✦ Cloud-first — Manage everything digitally ✦ Free 30-min advisory call
Our Services
Everything your Hong Kong &
China business needs
Hong Kong
China
First year from CNY 22,600
First year from HKD 4,500, all-in
How we work
From first call to fully operational
30 mins with our Head of Advisory. No obligation, no sales pitch.
We scope your needs
We map the right services to your structure, market, and timeline.
We handle setup
Filings, registrations, payroll, all managed by us.
Ongoing partnership
We stay with you for accounting, compliance, and growth long-term
Woodburn Partners
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Why Woodburn?
Large-firm expertise.
Boutique responsiveness.
With 30+ years’ experience, Woodburn Accountants & Advisors helps international businesses register and run companies in Hong Kong and mainland China, from offices in Hong Kong and Shanghai.
Licensed in Hong Kong as a Trust or Company Service Provider (TC002595) and Employment Agency (71160), we handle company registration, company secretary, accounting, tax, payroll and recruitment.
We never publish client names. Your company, your structure and your numbers stay confidential.
Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Hong Kong company need to stay compliant each year?
A company secretary, a registered office address, an annual return to the Companies Registry, audited accounts and a profits tax return. You must also file an Employer’s Return each year when the IRD issues one, and make MPF contributions if you have staff. Woodburn can handle all of these.
Read more: Good Housekeeping for Your Hong Kong Company: A Compliance and Records Guide
Do I need to live in Hong Kong to run a Hong Kong company?
No. Directors and shareholders can be any nationality and live anywhere. Our services are fully cloud-based, so you can manage everything remotely.
Read more: Hong Kong Company Formation for Non-Residents: What’s Changed
How are Hong Kong companies taxed?
Profits tax is 8.25% on the first HKD 2 million and 16.5% after that. There is no capital gains tax, no VAT and no withholding tax on dividends. Only Hong Kong-sourced profits are taxed, so some companies can claim an offshore exemption.
Read more: How Do Hong Kong’s Two-Tiered Profits Tax Rates Work?
Can I move my existing Hong Kong company to Woodburn?
Yes, and it’s free. We take over as company secretary and registered office, review your compliance status, and handle the changes with no disruption to your business.
Read more: Requirements when Changing a Company Secretary in Hong Kong
How much does China company registration cost?
CNY 22,600 for the first year: CNY 8,000 incorporation, CNY 8,000 post-incorporation, CNY 3,500 government charges, CNY 1,500 disbursements and a CNY 1,600 administration fee.
Read more: How Much Does It Cost to Set Up a WFOE in China? A Year-One Budget
Which entity type should I choose in China?
The main options are a Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise, a Joint Venture, a Representative Office and a Foreign Invested Partnership Enterprise. A WFOE suits most foreign investors wanting full control; a Representative Office cannot trade or invoice.
Read more: Consulting, Trading or Manufacturing: Which China Entity Type Fits
Can a foreign company own 100% of a Chinese entity?
Yes, through a WFOE, subject to sector restrictions. We check your activities against current foreign investment rules before you commit to a structure.
Read more: China’s Foreign Investment Negative List: Which Sectors Are Open, Restricted or Prohibited
Do I need a legal representative, supervisor or finance manager?
Every Chinese company needs a legal representative. A supervisor is not always required: under the 2024 Company Law, smaller companies can do without one if all shareholders agree, or set up an audit committee instead. Woodburn can provide supervisor services on a case-by-case basis. If your legal representative is based in China, they are normally also registered as the finance manager with the tax bureau.
Read more: What the 2024 Company Law Changed About Supervisors for Foreign Companies in China
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