Launch Your Hong Kong
Holding Company
A Hong Kong holdco that's run properly — not just registered.
Anyone can incorporate you in Hong Kong in a week. Orbit incorporates you, then runs the entity: company secretary, registered office, board cadence, monthly books, the mandatory annual audit, profits tax — and the Canadian reporting your accountant back home usually doesn't touch.
Key Jurisdiction
Considerations
Setting up a corporate entity in Singapore comes with standard regulatory compliance items. Orbit ensures complete legal alignment with ACRA guidelines from day one.
100% Fully Managed Support
From resident nominee directors to local corporate secretary requirements, we cover every compliance checkpoint seamlessly.
Tax on holding-company flows
No withholding on outbound dividends, dividends received generally not taxed, capital gains on shares held as investment generally not taxed, and no Goods and Services Tax or Value Added Tax.
DTAAs, including Canada
A growing network of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs) reduces foreign withholding at source. The Canada to Hong Kong treaty matters specifically for Canadian-owned structures.
Resident directors required
Foreign directors are fully permitted, so Canadian owners keep full control of the board. A Hong Kong company secretary and a registered office are the only local requirements, both handled by Orbit.
FSIE income types
The Foreign-Sourced Income Exemption (FSIE) regime covers foreign dividends, disposal gains, interest, and intellectual property income. Each is exempt only if economic-substance or subject-to-tax conditions are met, so substance planning is not optional.
Quick Facts
| Feature | Value | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Best | Asia-focused holding company, regional headquarters, investment holding | Proximity to China, ASEAN, and major capital markets |
| Setup speed | ~3–5 business days | Fast and predictable |
| Minimum share capital | None (practical: HKD 1) | Very low entry cost |
| Local director needed | No | Foreign owners retain full control |
| Company secretary | Yes (must be Hong Kong resident or company) | Needed for filings and compliance |
Asia-focused holding company, regional headquarters, investment holding
Proximity to China, ASEAN, and major capital markets
~3–5 business days
Fast and predictable
None (practical: HKD 1)
Very low entry cost
No
Foreign owners retain full control
Yes (must be Hong Kong resident or company)
Needed for filings and compliance
What’s Included & Pricing
Complete transparency. Review what is covered under our standard package and how our tailored corporate pricing is structured.
Standard Package Inclusions
- Incorporation (via Registered Agent)
- Registered Agent & registered office
- Annual government compliance
- Economic substance & annual return filing
- Accounting & recordkeeping
Tailored Transparent Pricing
We tailor pricing based on your business profile, structure, and scope of services. Costs are discussed and confirmed after a quick review of your requirements - ensuring you only pay for what you actually need.
Why Hong Kong Works for Holding Companies
Established Asian Hub
One of Asia's most established and credible financial centres.
Territorial Tax
A territorial tax regime with 0% withholding tax on dividends and a simple, low-rate system.
Stable & Simple
A stable legal system, straightforward incorporation, and strong banking access.
Tax Regime For Holding Companies
Corporate income tax
8.25% on the first HKD 2 million of assessable profits, 16.5% thereafter.
Territorial taxation
Only profits sourced from Hong Kong are taxable.
Capital gains on shares
• Generally not taxed if held as capital investment.• Dividends: Dividends paid by or received by a Hong Kong company are not taxed, and outbound dividends have no withholding.
Foreign-sourced income exemption
Applies to foreign dividends, disposal gains, interest, and IP income - exempt only if economic substance and subject-to-tax tests are met.
Tax treaties
~45 double tax agreements help reduce foreign withholding at source.
Corporate Tax Calculator
Estimate profits tax payable under Hong Kong's two-tier regime.
Two-tier rates apply to standard companies. Capital gains and incoming foreign dividends are not taxed in Hong Kong.
What You Get With Orbit
A fully managed, end-to-end statutory solution for international corporate holdings.
Pre-incorporation planning
Shareholding structure design, treaty mapping, and tax efficiency planning.
Company setup
Name approval, constitution, incorporation filing, company secretary, and registered office.
Substance & governance
Local director or virtual office options, board minutes, and compliance record-keeping.
Banking support
Assistance with bank and fintech onboarding for multi-currency accounts.
Accounting & tax
Ongoing bookkeeping, management accounts, and profits tax filings handled through licensed partners.
Audit coordination
Preparation of financial statements and coordination with Hong Kong CPA firms.
How The ProcessWorks
A highly structured compliance timeline tracking setup steps from day zero kickoff to annual filings.
Kickoff & KYC (Day 0)
We collect IDs, proof of address, and group structure; name reservation is completed.
Incorporation (Typically ~3–5 days)
Company is registered with the Companies Registry; business registration certificate issued.
Golive
Company secretary and registered office confirmed. Orbit sets up accounting records and compliance calendar.
Banking & operations
Orbit supports bank or fintech account opening (on-site or remote, depending on provider).
Ongoing compliance
Annual bookkeeping, audit, tax filings, and renewals handled seamlessly by Orbit and partners.
What we need from you
Shareholder and director KYC (passports / IDs, proof of address)
Group ownership chart and source-of-funds summary
Intended business activities and expected revenue levels
Any specific treaty or exit goals (e.g., dividend flow, future sale)
Who this is ideal for
Regional holding structures for subsidiaries in China, Singapore, or ASEAN
Who this is ideal for
Asia-focused holding company
Regional headquarters
Investment holding
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Pricing
Custom Pricing
Setup fee plus annual management fee per entity. Multi-entity discounts available.
A territorial-tax gateway to Greater China and ASEAN, with no dividend withholding and a simple, low-rate system.
Jurisdiction Quick Facts
Why Hong Kong Works
- Territorial tax with 0% withholding on dividends
- Low headline rates and a simple system
- Established Asian financial centre with strong banking
- ~45 double tax agreements
Standard Package Inclusions
- Incorporation via licensed registered agent
- Registered agent and registered office
- Annual government compliance
- Economic substance and annual return filing
- Accounting and recordkeeping