Request a Customized Quote for Hong Kong Company Registration and Secretary Services

Hong Kong Company Registration Quote Guide

Request a Customized Quote for Hong Kong Company Registration and Secretary Services | Bestar

Request a Customized Quote for Hong Kong Company Registration and Secretary Services

To receive a custom quote tailored to your business, you can quickly request proposals from leading Hong Kong corporate service providers. Leading agencies like Sleek and InCorp require a few specific details to prepare an exact quote for you.

What to prepare for your custom quote

To get an accurate proposal, be ready to provide the following details:

• Company Type: Are you setting up a Private Limited Company or a Sole Proprietorship?

  
  

• Shareholders & Directors: How many people will hold shares or sit on the board? (Hong Kong law requires at least one of each, but they can be the same person). 

  
  

• Company Secretary Requirement: Do you need a qualified local corporate secretary? (Required by Hong Kong law).

  
  

• Registered Address: Do you need to use the agency’s physical address for your official registered office and mail forwarding?

  
  

• Additional Services: Do you need help opening a corporate bank account, applying for business licenses, or setting up ongoing accounting/tax filing?

Expected Costs

Initial incorporation packages (including government fees and professional setup) typically range from HK $ 5,000 to HK $ 12,000, depending on whether you are a local resident or an overseas client. Annual corporate secretary and registered address services generally cost between HK $ 4,000 and HK $ 8,000 per year. 

To get started on your customized quote, submit your requirements directly through Sleek or schedule a consultation on InCorp Hong Kong. 

Setting up or managing a company in Hong Kong is relatively straightforward, but having the exact specs ready is key to getting a competitive, accurate quote from providers like Sleek or InCorp.

Based on the parameters you provided, here is a structured breakdown of the required details and what you can expect for a standard corporate setup.

1. Core Requirements Checklist

Before reaching out to providers, ensure you have the following baseline details finalized:

• Company Type: Private Limited Company (recommended for liability protection and scaling) vs. Sole Proprietorship.

  
  

• Structure: Number of Directors and Shareholders (can be a single individual; corporate shareholders are also permitted).

  
  

• Local Company Secretary: Essential. The secretary must be a Hong Kong resident or a corporate body holding a Trust or Company Service Provider (TCSP) license.

  
  

• Registered Office Address: A physical Hong Kong address (not a P.O. Box) is legally required for official government correspondence.

2. Typical Cost Breakdown

When evaluating proposals, prices generally split into initial setup costs and recurring annual compliance fees:

Service Category	Estimated Fee Range (HKD)	What's Included
Initial Incorporation	$5,000 – $12,000	Government incorporation fees, Articles of Association, company seals/chops, and professional filing.
Annual Corporate Secretary	$3,500 – $6,000 / year	Maintaining statutory registers, filing the Annual Return (NAR1), and routine board resolutions.
Registered Office Address	$2,000 – $4,000 / year	Use of address for government registry, mail receipt, and forwarding notifications.

3. Recommended Add-On Services to Consider

Most modern agencies bundle additional corporate services to streamline operations from day one:

• Corporate Bank Account Opening: Assisting with documentation and fast-tracking applications with traditional banks (e.g., HSBC, Standard Chartered) or digital business accounts (e.g., Airwallex, Statrys).

  
  

• Designated Representative Service: Managing the Significant Controllers Register (SCR) to comply with local anti-money laundering regulations.

  
  

• Accounting & Tax Filing: Annual Profit Tax Return completion and arranging for a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) to perform the legally mandated statutory audit.

To proceed with getting an exact, binding quote, you can input these structural details directly into Sleek’s online pricing calculator or submit an inquiry to InCorp Hong Kong's corporate advisory team.

Would you like a draft specification template to send directly to these agencies?

A comprehensive company registration specification email that you can send to Hong Kong corporate service providers to get a formal quote

Here is a clean, professional email template designed to get you a precise, competitive quote. It includes all the essential variables Hong Kong corporate service providers (CSPs) need to price their services accurately, while subtly positioning you as an experienced operator who knows the market.

Subject: Request for Proposal: Hong Kong Company Incorporation & Corporate Secretarial Services

Dear Business Proposals Team,

I am looking to establish a new corporate presence in Hong Kong and would like to request a comprehensive, itemized quote for incorporation and ongoing compliance services.

To help you provide an accurate proposal, please find our baseline specifications detailed below

:

1. Company Details & Structure

• Proposed Company Type: Private Company Limited by Shares

  
  

• Proposed Name: [Insert Preferred Name, e.g., Gold House M&A Limited / Bestar Consulting Limited] (or note if you need a name availability check)

  
  

• Number of Directors: [Insert Number, e.g., 1 or 2]

  
  

• Number of Shareholders: [Insert Number, e.g., 1]

  
  

• Corporate Shareholders: [Yes / No] (If yes, note if they are local or overseas entities)

• Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs): [Insert Resident Status, e.g., 1 Non-Hong Kong Resident]

2. Scope of Services Required

Please provide itemized pricing for both initial setup and recurring annual fees for the following scope:

• Company Incorporation: Full handling of registration with the Companies Registry (CR) and Inland Revenue Department (IRD), including all government disbursement fees and electronic certificate issuance.

  
  

• Company Secretary: Provision of a qualified local Company Secretary (holding a valid TCSP license) to handle standard statutory maintenance and the filing of the Annual Return (Form NAR1).

  
  

• Registered Office Address: Provision of a physical registered address in Hong Kong for official government correspondence and mail forwarding/scanning services.

  
  

• Significant Controllers Register (SCR): Acting as the Designated Representative and maintaining the SCR in compliance with local regulations.

3. Additional & Optional Services

Please also quote separately for the following add-on services, as we are evaluating our workflow integration:

• Corporate Bank Account Opening Assistance: Support for setting up an account, including any partnerships you have with major local banks or digital business payment platforms.

  
  

• Annual Accounting & Audit: Brief details on your baseline packages or hourly rates for statutory accounting, Profit Tax Return (PTR) filing, and coordination of the mandatory CPA audit.

Request for Clarification

When submitting your proposal, please explicitly state:

1. Your turnaround time for standard incorporation once all KYC (Know Your Customer) documents are provided.

   
   

2. Whether your pricing structure scales or includes a price-matching policy for comparable competitor quotes.

Please send over your formal proposal and fee schedule at your earliest convenience. If you require any additional clarifications regarding our corporate structure to finalize the quote, feel free to reach out.

Thank you for your time and assistance.

Best regards,

[Your Name]

[Your Title/Company, optional]

[Your Contact Information]

Request Bestar Hong Kong for a Customized Quote: Hong Kong Company Registration and Secretary Services

Request a Customized Quote for Hong Kong Company Registration and Secretary Services

Expanding your business into Hong Kong offers unparalleled access to global markets, a world-class financial infrastructure, and a highly competitive, two-tiered profits tax system (8.25% on the first HKD 2 million). However, navigating the strict regulatory changes of 2026 requires more than a standard filing service—it demands an experienced corporate partner who understands regional compliance inside and out.

If you are looking to incorporate or transfer your existing entity, Bestar Hong Kong provides tailor-made, transparent solutions designed to ensure seamless market entry and bulletproof compliance.

Why You Need a Customized Corporate Proposal

Every business structure carries unique regulatory weight. While automated, digital-first registration apps offer a one-size-fits-all digital interface, they often lack the human expertise needed when handling complex shareholder arrangements, cross-border corporate structures, or international banking introductions.

To give you an accurate, no-hidden-fee proposal, Bestar evaluates your exact operational blueprints:

• Company Structure: Whether you are establishing a lean single-director Private Limited Company or structuring a subsidiary with corporate shareholders and overseas ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs).

  
  

• The Sole Director Rule: Under Section 475 of the Companies Ordinance (Cap. 622), if your company has only one director, that individual is legally prohibited from acting as the Company Secretary. Bestar provides the qualified, independent local secretary required by law.

  
  

• Physical Substance: Every entity must maintain a physical registered office address in Hong Kong (not a P.O. Box) to receive statutory correspondence from the Companies Registry (CR) and Inland Revenue Department (IRD).

Direct Cost Estimates: What to Expect in 2026

Hong Kong corporate fees are divided between fixed statutory government disbursements and professional service fees. For absolute clarity, the 2026 fee framework splits into the following components:

1. Mandatory Government Fees

Following recent adjustments, the baseline government floor for electronic incorporation stands at HKD 3,895:

• Companies Registry Incorporation Fee: HKD 1,545 (electronic filing saves HKD 175 over paper).

• Business Registration Certificate (BRC): HKD 2,350 (includes the reinstated Protection of Wages on Insolvency Fund levy).

2. Bestar Professional Service Packages

Depending on your operational scope, corporate packages are custom-tailored to avoid the vertical premium pricing models of generic market agencies:

Package Tier	Ideal For	Services Included	Expected Range (HKD)
Essential Incorporation	Straightforward setups & single-shareholder startups.	CR Filing + BRC + 1st Year Licensed Corporate Secretary + Registered Address.	HKD 5,000 – HKD 8,000
Corporate Expansion	Cross-border structures, M&A holding entities, or SME operations.	Full setup + Designated Representative for the Significant Controllers Register (SCR) + Bank Introduction.	HKD 8,000 – HKD 12,000
Comprehensive Compliance	Active trading companies requiring ongoing back-office infrastructure.	Full corporate secretarial upkeep + Monthly Bookkeeping + Profits Tax Return (PTR) + Audit coordination.	Custom Quote

The Bestar Advantage: Safeguarding Against the "Late Filing Trap"

Missing statutory deadlines in Hong Kong can quickly spiral into aggressive financial penalties. For instance, failing to file your Annual Return (Form NAR1) within 42 days of your incorporation anniversary triggers escalating statutory fines that climb from HKD 870 up to a maximum of HKD 3,480—accompanied by potential court summonses for the company directors.

Choosing Bestar as your licensed Trust or Company Service Provider (TCSP Licensee) guarantees proactive oversight:

Uncompromising Compliance Oversight: Bestar actively manages your SCR maintenance, handles your annual BRC renewals, and drafts all required board resolutions for structural changes, allowing you to focus completely on your cross-border business growth.

Request Your Custom Quote from Bestar Today

Ready to establish a compliant, highly efficient corporate footprint in Hong Kong? Let our local corporate secretarial and accounting experts draft a clear, itemized proposal tailored exactly to your business model.

1 Submit Your Business Profile

Takes 2 minutes

Provide your proposed company name, number of directors/shareholders, and whether your primary target is domestic trading, an e-commerce gateway, or a holding company structure.

2 Review Your Tailored Proposal

Within 1 business day

Bestar drafts an itemized fee breakdown separating corporate service fees from raw government disbursements, featuring our standard flexible pricing alignment.

3 Digital KYC & Onboarding

Fully remote

Securely upload identity verification documents (passports/IDs and residential address proofs) for all directors, shareholders, and UBOs through our streamlined compliance portal.

4 Execution & Bank Setup

1-2 business days

Bestar executes the electronic filing with the Companies Registry. Upon incorporation, we issue your Green Box materials and initiate your corporate bank account or digital payment platform introductions.

To proceed with your personalized Hong Kong setup:

Generate a customized quotation request form

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