
Written by Sneha Patwari, Corporate Secretary Lead
I've guided hundreds of founders through the incorporation process across Hong Kong and Singapore. The questions are always different; the mistakes are usually the same. I write to help people avoid them.
Key Takeaways
A provider's advertised price is rarely the price you pay. Government fees, a registered address, and a company secretary are all mandatory for a Hong Kong company: if a package doesn't say they're included, assume they're not and price them in separately.
Hong Kong's government fees rose on 1 April 2026. The mandatory baseline is now HKD 3,895 (HKD 1,545 incorporation + HKD 2,350 for a one-year Business Registration Certificate), so any package quoting "from HKD 4,980" needs that added on top unless it says otherwise.
Statrys is one of the few providers on this list that runs incorporation, a business account, and ongoing accounting through a single login, which is useful if you'd rather not manage three separate vendor relationships in your first year.
Every provider on this list will get your company registered. The differences that actually matter show up afterward: what the headline price leaves out, how much help you get opening a business account as a non-resident, and who's still around when your first annual return is due.
This guide compares seven providers on total cost, what's included, post-incorporation support, and who each one actually suits. If you haven't yet decided whether Hong Kong is the right jurisdiction, or want to understand the registration steps themselves, our step-by-step company formation guide covers that first.
A note on the numbers: government fees below reflect the rates in effect from 1 April 2026, checked against the Companies Registry and Inland Revenue Department. Provider pricing was last checked on 9 September 2026 and can change without notice; confirm directly with the provider before you decide. Statrys operates in the same market as the providers reviewed here, and we've made every effort to present accurate, evidence-based information for each.
A note on the numbers: Government fees below reflect the rates in effect from 1 April 2026, checked against the Companies Registry and Inland Revenue Department in September 2026. Provider service fees were sourced from each provider's official website as of September 2026. Verify current pricing with the provider before you decide. Statrys operates in the same market as the providers reviewed in this guide, and we've made every effort to present accurate, evidence-based information for each.
Top Incorporation Services Compared
Fees are based on publicly available pricing as of March 2026; government fees reflect the current HKD 3,895 baseline. "From" pricing indicates the minimum, and actual costs depend on your chosen package and add-ons.
| Provider | Pricing | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Statrys | HKD 7,875 (gov. fees, address, and company secretary included) | Founders who want incorporation, a business account, and accounting on one platform |
| BoardRoom | Quote-based | Businesses expanding across Asia with complex governance or group structures |
| Encor (formerly FastLane) | From HKD 5,350 (gov. fees ~HKD 3,895 excluded) | SMEs wanting Xero-integrated accounting alongside incorporation |
| Acclime | Quote-based | International businesses with cross-border or multi-jurisdiction needs |
| easyCorp | From HKD 5,430 (gov. fees included; registered address excluded) | HK-based founders, or those with an existing address, wanting a fast setup |
| Osome | HKD 8,950 (Comprehensive tier, includes registered address) | Founders who want an app-based platform and don't mind paying for the address bundle |
| Panocean | Quote-based | Businesses wanting a ready-made (shelf) company or long-term personalised service |
Key Things To Look For
Before comparing individual providers, it's worth knowing which criteria actually separate a good choice from a costly mistake:
- What the price actually includes. Government fees, a company secretary, and a registered address are non-negotiable for every Hong Kong company. A provider that shows all three baked into one number is easier to budget against than one that lists them as optional extras.
- Help opening a business account. Incorporating is the easy part. Non-resident founders can wait weeks for a traditional bank to approve an account. Providers with an in-house account or active fintech partnerships get you operational faster than one that hands you a certificate and wishes you luck.
- Ongoing compliance handling: Every Hong Kong company must file an annual return (NAR1), renew its Business Registration Certificate, and undergo an annual audit. If your provider only covers incorporation, you'll need to source those separately. Confirm upfront whether they're included, available as add-ons, or out of scope.
- Whether the whole process is remote. If you won't be in Hong Kong in person, confirm every step (document submission, identity verification, company delivery) can genuinely be done online.
- Room to grow. If payroll, multi-jurisdiction expansion, or more complex accounting is likely within the next year, starting with a provider that already covers it avoids switching providers later, mid-compliance-cycle.
Statrys

Founded in 2020, Statrys is a licensed Trust or Company Service Provider (TCSP) offering company incorporation in Hong Kong and Singapore. What separates it from most of this list is that incorporation, a business account, and ongoing accounting all run through the same login, so you're not re-verifying your identity with three separate vendors in your first year.
That matters most once the certificate is in hand and the actual running of the company starts. A founder who knows they'll need bookkeeping and tax filing can set that up from day one instead of shopping for an accountant six months in.
| Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Pricing | HKD 7,875, including government fees, registered office address, company secretary (Year 1), and a business account application |
| Incorporation markets | Hong Kong and Singapore |
| Business account | In-house multi-currency account, subject to approval: 11 major currencies, Mastercard® payment cards |
| Accounting | Bookkeeping, audited financial statements, and profits tax filing, priced by monthly transaction volume from HKD 891.67/month; offshore tax exemption claims also available |
| Business reach | 10,000+ SMEs onboarded across Hong Kong and Singapore |
| Customer support | Phone: +852 5803 2818 · Email: support@statrys.com · WhatsApp: +852 6452 3564 |
✅ Good fit if:
- You're incorporating remotely and want the whole process done online
- You'd rather manage incorporation, payments, and accounting through one provider than three
- You expect to need a multi-currency business account or FX services once the company is running
⚠️ Less ideal if:
- Your only priority is the lowest possible registration cost
- You need HR, visa, or relocation support alongside incorporation
- You already bank elsewhere and don't need a new business account
BoardRoom

Founded in 1968, BoardRoom is one of the longest-established corporate services firms in Asia, with over 7,300 clients globally and a network spanning Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, China, and Australia. Its scale shows in the depth of governance work it handles: secretarial records, annual return filing, share registry management, and ESG reporting, on top of standard incorporation.
That depth is the reason to pick BoardRoom over a smaller, faster provider: it's built for companies whose structure or investor obligations already need that level of oversight, not for the simplest possible setup.
| Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Pricing | Quote-based. Contact BoardRoom for a tailored proposal |
| Services | Company registration, secretarial services, annual return filing, payroll, accounting, tax, ESG reporting, share registry |
| Regional reach | Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, China, Australia |
| Customer support | Email: info.hk@boardroomlimited.com · Phone: +852 2598 5234 |
✅ Good fit if:
- You need incorporation with strong governance expertise
- Your business has complex shareholding, group structures, or investor reporting requirements
- You're planning to expand across Asia and want one regional partner
⚠️ Less ideal if:
- You're looking for a low-cost or fixed-price incorporation package
- Your company has a simple structure with minimal compliance requirements
Encor (formerly FastLane)

Note: FastLane Group was acquired by Encor Group on 9 March 2026 and has since been rebranded as Encor and integrated into Encor's platform. If you're considering this provider, confirm current branding, pricing, and service structure directly with the firm before proceeding.
Founded in 2013, the firm is a licensed TCSP (No. TC007714) and a registered practice with the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA, Reg. No. S0615). As a Xero Platinum Partner trusted by over 1,000 businesses, it's built for founders who want company formation and ongoing accounting handled by the same team from day one, particularly if you're already using, or planning to use, Xero.
| Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Base pricing | From HKD 5,350 (company secretarial and registered address in selected packages; government fees excluded) |
| Government fees | ~HKD 3,895 additional (Companies Registry e-filing ~HKD 1,545 + one-year BRC HKD 2,350) |
| Accounting | Bookkeeping, payroll, tax filings, and audit support via Xero, available separately |
| Add-ons | Payroll, MPF, visa and immigration services, Employer of Record (EOR), and PEO support |
| Banking | Assists with account opening at partner banks and fintechs, including HSBC, DBS, Airwallex, and Aspire |
| Customer support | Email: enquiry@fastlane-global.com · Phone/WhatsApp: +852 3956 3112 |
✅ Good fit if:
- You want customisable packages with a wide range of add-on services
- Your business needs visas and employment-related support alongside company setup
- You use or plan to use Xero for your accounting
⚠️ Less ideal if:
- You want full cost visibility upfront: government fees are billed separately
- You're looking for the lowest-cost package in the market
Acclime Hong Kong

Acclime Hong Kong is part of the wider Acclime Group, which operates across 18 markets spanning Asia-Pacific and beyond. It holds TCSP licence No. TC007308, and its accountants are HKICPA-certified. Its service range covers incorporation, accounting, tax, HR, and compliance.
What sets Acclime apart is its ownership structure: the firm is partner-owned, and partners stay closely involved in client engagements. For a business with a genuinely complex structure or cross-border footprint, that usually means more senior attention than a volume-focused incorporation firm would give.
| Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Pricing | Quote-based. Contact Acclime for a tailored proposal |
| Services | Incorporation, corporate secretarial, accounting, tax, compliance, HR outsourcing, business licence support, cross-border advisory |
| Specialities | Representative offices, pre-IPO advisory, corporate governance, multi-jurisdiction compliance and reporting |
| Regional reach | 18 markets across Asia-Pacific and beyond |
| Customer support | Email: infohongkong@acclime.com · Phone: +852 2151 2260 |
✅ Good fit if:
- You are an overseas or established business expanding into Hong Kong
- Your business has a complex structure or cross-border requirements
- You want access to a broad range of compliance, tax, HR, and advisory services
⚠️ Less Ideal if:
- You prefer fixed, upfront pricing
- Your business is a simple limited company
Tip: Read our review of Acclime Hong Kong to find out more.
easyCorp

Founded in 2009 and recognised by Hang Seng Bank as a Best Business Partner, easyCorp is a Hong Kong-based firm built around fast, transparent registration rather than a broad advisory offering. Its incorporation fee now includes government fees directly in the headline price, rather than billing them separately.
The current tiers are HKD 5,430 for "1-Day Express" or "Standard" processing, or HKD 5,130 for a "Green" tier that uses fewer physical documents. A registered address is still billed separately.
| Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Incorporation service fee | HKD 5,430 (1-Day Express or Standard) or HKD 5,130 (Green), government fees included |
| Add-ons | Registered address billed separately; confirm the current rate directly with easyCorp |
| Banking | Recommends account opening at HSBC, Hang Seng Bank, and OCBC; Bank of China, China Citic Bank, Bank of East Asia, Standard Chartered, and DBS listed as further options |
| Other services | Accounting, audit, profits tax return, trademark registration |
| Customer support | Email: cs@easycorp.com.hk · Phone: +852 2115 9253 · WhatsApp: +852 6622 0497 |
✅ Good fit if:
- You want fast, straightforward incorporation with transparent base pricing
- You're based in Hong Kong or already have a registered address
- You'd rather add services like accounting or trademark support separately, as needed
⚠️ Less Ideal if:
- You're a remote founder who needs a registered address bundled in
- You need advisory support for a complex company structure
Osome

Osome is a digital corporate services provider operating across Hong Kong, Singapore, and the UK, built around an app that keeps incorporation documents, statutory filings, and ongoing compliance in one place rather than spread across email and phone calls.
Its Essential tier is priced for founders who already have a Hong Kong address; its Comprehensive tier bundles one in. That distinction matters more than the headline number: a remote founder pricing Osome against the rest of this list should use the Comprehensive figure, not the Essential one.
| Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Pricing | Essential from HKD 4,650 (list HKD 6,195), excludes registered address. Comprehensive from HKD 8,950 (list HKD 10,495), includes address and mail handling. Ecommerce Comprehensive from HKD 11,538, adds priority PayPal onboarding. Rates shown are Osome's current discounted prices; confirm the list price at checkout |
| Registered address | Not included on Essential; available as an add-on for HKD 3,000/year, or bundled into Comprehensive and above |
| Business account | Neobank account-opening assistance, e.g. with Aspire |
| Accounting | Bookkeeping, audit, and payroll available as separate services through Osome's platform |
| Customer support | Phone: +852 2632 9288 · Email: hk@osome.com |
✅ Good fit if:
- You already have a Hong Kong registered address and can use the lower-cost Essential tier as-is
- You want a fully app-based way to manage company documents
- Chat-based support suits you better than a phone-first relationship
⚠️ Less Ideal if:
- You don't have your own HK address: the realistic starting price is the Comprehensive tier, not the Essential headline
- You want a single dedicated account manager
- You need incorporation, banking, and accounting fully unified with one provider
Tip: Read our review of Osome Hong Kong to find out more.
Panocean Secretarial Group

Founded in 1988, Panocean Secretarial Group is one of Hong Kong's most established corporate service providers, with both directors bringing over 25 years of experience in the field. Its incorporation, secretarial, accounting, audit, and tax filing services cover both local and overseas clients.
Its most distinctive offering is ready-made (shelf) companies: pre-registered entities that transfer to a new owner with a name change, letting a founder who needs to start operating immediately skip the standard registration wait. Panocean also arranges offshore incorporation in the BVI, Cayman Islands, Samoa, and Seychelles through its network of associated agents.
| Highlights | Details |
|---|---|
| Pricing | Quote-based. Contact Panocean for pricing |
| Services | HK company incorporation, company secretary, accounting, audit, tax filing, trademark registration, legal document legalisation |
| Shelf companies | Ready-made companies available, with the option to rename after transfer |
| Offshore support | BVI, Cayman Islands, Samoa, Seychelles |
| Customer support | Email: services@panoceanhk.com · Phone: +852 2851 1823 |
✅ Good fit if:
- You want a shelf company for faster operational setup
- You prefer a long-established firm with a proven compliance track record
- You need offshore company registration in the BVI, Cayman, or similar jurisdictions
⚠️ Less Ideal if:
- You prefer a fixed-fee, all-inclusive package
- You want a fully digital, remote-first onboarding experience
How to Set Up Remotely
Your provider handles the filing. As the director or shareholder, you're responsible for making sure the legal requirements are met, both at incorporation and afterward.
Key Requirements for Incorporation
- Registered address: a physical Hong Kong address. P.O. boxes aren't accepted. If you're setting up remotely, confirm whether your provider supplies this or bills it separately. See our registered office address guide.
- Company secretary: must be a Hong Kong resident or a licensed TCSP, a legal requirement that can't be waived. Most providers include Year 1; check the renewal cost from Year 2. See what a company secretary does.
- Directors and shareholders: at least one director and one shareholder are required, and both can be the same person. There are no residency or nationality restrictions; a foreign national can fully own and direct a Hong Kong company. Legal review is recommended for your specific structure.
- Company name: must be unique and approved by the Companies Registry; your provider checks availability and reserves it during incorporation.
- Articles of Association: the standard constitutional document your provider prepares on your behalf.
Ongoing Compliance Obligations
Once registered, there are four recurring obligations every year:
- Annual Return (NAR1): filed with the Companies Registry within 42 days of your incorporation anniversary. The government NAR1 fee is HKD 105 if filed on time.
- BRC renewal: renewed annually with the Inland Revenue Department. As of 1 April 2026, the one-year fee is HKD 2,350 (HKD 2,200 registration fee plus the reinstated HKD 150 levy).
- Annual audit: required for every Hong Kong company, signed off by a licensed CPA. Many providers offer this as an add-on.
- Profits Tax Return: filed with the IRD after your first financial year, usually handled by your company secretary or accountant. See our guide to Hong Kong company incorporation costs for the full picture.
After incorporation, you'll receive your Certificate of Incorporation and Business Registration Certificate, both required to open a business account, whether with a traditional bank or a fintech.
Final Thoughts
Getting incorporated is the easy part; nearly every provider on this list can do it within a few days. The harder question is what happens twelve months from now, when your first annual return, your first BRC renewal, and your first audit all come due at once.
Before signing with anyone, get specific answers to three questions: What's the total cost, once government fees, a company secretary, and a registered address are all included? What does compliance cost from Year 2 onward? And if you're a foreign director who'll need a business account, what does the provider actually do to help, not just "make introductions" in principle, but real, active support?
Clear, specific answers to all three are worth signing up for. Vague ones are worth walking away from.
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FAQs
What is the best company incorporation service in Hong Kong in 2026?
The best service depends on your situation. Statrys is the strongest option for remote founders who want incorporation, a multi-currency business account, and accounting on a single platform. Encor (formerly FastLane) suits those who need Xero accounting integration. For complex or multi-jurisdiction structures, BoardRoom and Acclime offer greater advisory depth. easyCorp and Panocean are better fits for locally based founders who don't need bundled banking.
Can a foreigner incorporate a Hong Kong company remotely?
Yes. Foreign nationals can fully own and direct a Hong Kong private limited company without any local partners or residency requirements. The entire process can be completed online, including document submission, identity verification, and company delivery. All six providers on this list support fully remote incorporation.
How much does it cost to incorporate a company in Hong Kong?
Government fees alone are approximately HKD 3,895 as of 1 April 2026 (HKD 1,545 for electronic incorporation through the Companies Registry plus HKD 2,350 for a one-year Business Registration Certificate). Service provider fees and a registered office address are additional. For a non-resident founder setting up remotely with all mandatory components, budget HKD 8,000–12,000+, depending on the provider and package.
How long does it take to incorporate a company in Hong Kong?
If your documents are ready, registration with the Companies Registry is fast: electronic applications are normally issued within 1 hour, while hard-copy applications normally take up to 4 working days. Timelines can vary depending on Companies Registry workload and the completeness of documents submitted.
What is a company secretary in Hong Kong and is it mandatory?
A company secretary is a mandatory appointment for every Hong Kong company under the Companies Ordinance. The secretary ensures statutory compliance: filing annual returns, maintaining registers, and keeping company records up to date. The company secretary must be a Hong Kong resident or a licensed TCSP. Most incorporation providers include the first year in their package; Year 2 onwards is typically billed separately.
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