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Hong Kong entities
Private companies limited by shares, used for trading, holding and regional headquarters. CCYFX has a sales office in Hong Kong.
In shortCCYFX onboards Hong Kong private companies limited by shares, including trading companies, regional holding companies and family office vehicles, and has a sales office in Hong Kong. Typical documents include the certificate of incorporation, the business registration certificate, the latest annual return and the significant controllers register.
A gateway for trade with Asia
Hong Kong has a common law legal system, a freely convertible currency linked to the US dollar, and a long history as a centre for trading, shipping and regional holding companies.
Hong Kong companies register with the Companies Registry and also hold a business registration certificate. Each company keeps a significant controllers register. We collect the same information directly, as part of our own due diligence.
Common entities we onboard
Private company limited by shares
The standard Hong Kong company, used for trading and holding.
Regional holding company
Holding and treasury entities for groups operating in Asia.
Limited partnership fund
A fund vehicle used for private equity and venture capital.
Trusts
Hong Kong trusts administered by trust companies.
What we ask Hong Kong entities to provide
These are in addition to identification for directors and beneficial owners. Certificates should generally have been issued within the last three to six months.
Company
- Certificate of incorporation
- Articles of association
- Current business registration certificate
- Latest annual return filed with the Companies Registry
Registers
- Significant controllers register
- Register of directors
- Register of members
- Company secretary details
Ownership
- Ownership chart to individuals with 25% or more
- Board resolution naming signatories
- Purpose of the company within the group
- Source of wealth of beneficial owners
This page is general information to help you prepare for onboarding. It is not legal or tax advice. Laws and registry practice in Hong Kong change, so please confirm current requirements with your corporate service provider or legal adviser.
Onboard your Hong Kong entity
Apply online in about ten minutes. We will reply with the documents your structure requires and an indicative timeline for onboarding.