Why are Hong Kong companies so hot in 2026? A set of data is enough to explain everything.

According to the figures released by the Hong Kong Companies Registry, the number of new and relocated companies in Hong Kong in 2025 reached195,300 roomsThe year-on-year increase was as high as34.7%As of year-end, the total number of firms had soared to1,557,000 roomsThe number of businessmen in Hong Kong has reached a record high in recent years. Behind this is the irreplaceable business charm of Hong Kong as an international financial center, not to mention the many policy dividends of the Hong Kong Government in recent years.

However, just as all you cross-border bosses and entrepreneurs are getting ready to make a big splash, a key cost change has quietly landed on the horizon that concerns every entrepreneur planning to register a Hong Kong company.

The April 1 official fee increase is a foregone conclusion, is your wallet ready?

A few days ago, the Hong Kong SAR Government published the 2026-27 Budget, and after careful study you will find that it hides key information that is closely related to the majority of cross-border e-commerce sellers and foreign trade bosses. The fees related to the Business Registration Certificate for Hong Kong companies, are about to rise.

Don't underestimate this wave of adjustments. Official information indicates that this is not a direct increase in business registration fees, but rather a reinstatement of the levyHK$150of the Business Registration Levy. Effective April 1, 2026, the total cost of a one-year business registration certificate will increase from the current HK$2,200 toHK$2350. For a three-year certificate, the fee rises from HK$5,720 toHK$6,170The

Overlaying the overall cost of registration and annual review, this is by no means a small amount in the long run. More critically, the Hong Kong Government has made it clear thatNo policy bufferThe new fees will apply to all registration and annual review applications submitted on April 1, 2012, in accordance with the new standards.

Calculate an account on the clear: April 1, Hong Kong company registration official fees rose across the board, the overall will amount toHK$4000The fees for annual review officials have also risen to aroundHK$2500. If you are planning to set up a Hong Kong branch, the branch registration certificate fee has also gone up at the same time, with the one-year fee jumping from HKD80 toHK$230. With rising costs a foregone conclusion, the only way to save money is to complete your registration application by March 31st.

Time is running out, so if you are preparing to register a Hong Kong company, now is the best window to do so. Enterprise Caiying Group specializes in providing company registration services in Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Hangzhou, Hong Kong, etc. We have the licensed secretary qualification, and the whole process is handled remotely, which helps you to lock in the quota before the price increase.Contact me now for advice: 16620947137 (WeChat same number: Qicaiyingjituan) to lock in a super low discount package.

Why Hong Kong companies are still the “top springboard” for cross-border bosses?

Although official fees have risen slightly, this will not shake Hong Kong's core position as the “super contact person” for enterprises going overseas. The increase in fees shows that the value is recognized by more people. The use of Hong Kong as a springboard for mainland enterprises to realize international business is a successful path that has been repeatedly verified by giants such as Huawei, Lenovo and Anta.

• Highly internationalized free economy: Funds in and out of the completely free, no foreign exchange control. This means that you do cross-border e-commerce, foreign trade import and export, received dollars, euros can be flexibly deployed, without having to worry about cross-border capital flow policy shackles.
• Very competitive tax system: Two-tier profits tax system with tax rate for the first HK$2 million of profit only8.25%In addition, Hong Kong applies the territorial source principle of taxation, whereby income derived from overseas can be claimed as tax exemptions. There is no value-added tax, capital gains tax and dividend tax, and the tax system is simple and transparent, which makes Hong Kong a natural treasure trove for cross-border bosses in tax planning.
• Unrivaled financing and listing platform: As the world's third largest financial center, you can conveniently raise cross-border financing in Hong Kong, connect with international strategic investors, and even use it as a base to promote your company's listing.

Especially for foreign trade import and export and cross-border e-commerce enterprises, technology and SaaS R & D companies, brand operation and intellectual property management companies, these types of enterprises, the registration of a Hong Kong company is almost a standard action to achieve globalization leap. A Hong Kong company is not only a shining business card for your brand internationalization, but also a solid carrier for your globalized asset allocation and cross-border equity structure.

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How to open a bank account for a Hong Kong company?

Successful company registration is only the first step. What gives countless bosses a headache is actually the next step of opening a bank account. Many startups have had their account opening applications rejected due to insufficient proof of business, inability to reasonably explain the source of funds, or poor performance in the interview session, resulting in a delay of valuable business opportunities.

Which bank to choose is also critical. HSBC is suitable for companies that can prove offshore income and have overseas business contracts; Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC) Wing Hang is suitable for companies with mainland affiliates; and banks like Bank of East Asia (BEA) and Dah Sing Bank (Dah Sing Bank) are a bit friendlier to newly incorporated companies. The whole process ranges from a few weeks to one or two months. The core lies in complete documents, clear business and smooth interviews.

We understand the pain points of account opening process. With years of close cooperation with major banks, Enterprise Caiying Group can recommend the most suitable bank for you, and counsel you throughout the preparation of business certificates and interview simulations, which will significantly increase the success rate of account opening. OurHong Kong registration + public account opening, ultra-low package discount price of only 5888 yuan. Whether it's an electronic account or a traditional bank account, we can help you get it done efficiently.Interested, call me at 16620947137 for a 1-on-1 professional consultation.

Write at the end:

The boom in Hong Kong company registration in 2026 is the result of the market voting with real money. The rising fees, on the contrary, is a signal to urge entrepreneurs who are still on the sidelines to act as soon as possible. Early day registration, not only early day to save real money, but also early day to seize the international market opportunities. Compliance with the operation of the Hong Kong company, not only can carry your current cross-border business, but also for long-term business development and personal identity planning to lay a solid foundation.

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