Latest news, updates, and commentary on Hong Kong business registration and HSIC codes.
A practical guide to establishing and growing an IT consultancy in Hong Kong, covering licensing, HSIC classification, client acquisition, and compliance under the Companies Ordinance.
Hong Kong's event management sector is rebounding on measurable tourism and MICE data. This post breaks down the regulatory framework, HSIC classification, and the specific licences you need to operate legally.
Starting a cleaning or facilities management company in Hong Kong requires no general business licence, but you must register under the Business Registration Ordinance and select the correct HSIC codes. This guide covers incorporation, sector-specific permits, insurance, and practical compliance steps under the Companies Ordinance (Cap. 622).
Starting a property management company in Hong Kong requires a Property Management Services Authority (PMSA) licence, a specific HSIC code, and compliance with the Companies Ordinance (Cap. 622). This guide covers the licensing tiers, capital requirements, and operational steps you need before taking on your first building.
Starting a fitness or wellness business in Hong Kong requires specific HSIC codes, premises licensing, and compliance with the Companies Ordinance. This guide covers the regulatory landscape, from gym registration to personal trainer certification, with practical steps for incorporation and operation.
Hong Kong's pet care market is expanding steadily, driven by demographic shifts and rising pet ownership. This post breaks down the market data, the relevant HSIC V2.0 codes for business registration, and the licensing and compliance requirements you must address before launching a pet care venture.
Starting a tutoring business in Hong Kong requires careful attention to licensing under the Education Ordinance, business registration with the IRD, and selecting the correct HSIC code. This guide covers the regulatory framework, practical steps, and compliance obligations you need to know before enrolling your first student.
Launching a retail brand in Hong Kong requires more than a storefront. This guide covers business registration, HSIC codes, licensing, and the practical steps to enter one of Asia's most competitive retail markets.
Opening and operating a restaurant in Hong Kong requires navigating a multi-layered regulatory framework spanning food safety, liquor licensing, structural fire safety and employment law. This guide breaks down the essential licences, the HSIC codes you must register under, and the compliance obligations that determine whether your F&B venture survives its first year.
Hong Kong companies face new opportunities in the Hengqin and Qianhai cooperation zones, but the regulatory landscape differs significantly from the SAR. This post explains the legal frameworks, tax incentives, and practical steps for market entry.
CEPA gives Hong Kong service providers preferential access to mainland China markets across 50+ sectors. This post explains who qualifies, how to obtain a Hong Kong Service Supplier Certificate, and what practical steps your business should take.
Selling from Hong Kong into Mainland China requires more than a website. This post covers the regulatory framework, customs procedures, HSIC classification, and the practical compliance steps every Hong Kong e-commerce operator must know before shipping across the border.