Frequently Asked Questions

Uni-World is a full-service corporate services provider specialising in Hong Kong and China. We handle company formation, corporate secretarial services, accounting, tax advisory, and ongoing compliance. We also offer free business calculators and expert guides to help you plan before you commit.

We work with entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses expanding into Asian markets. Many clients are overseas founders incorporating a Hong Kong company for the first time, or existing HK companies that need reliable accounting and compliance support.

Yes. We offer a complimentary consultation to understand your business goals, recommend the right corporate structure, and provide a clear fee estimate — no obligation.

A standard Hong Kong limited company can be incorporated within 1 business day through electronic filing with the Companies Registry. The full setup — including bank account opening and tax registration — typically takes 2-4 weeks.

You need at least one director (any nationality, no residency requirement), one shareholder, a company secretary ordinarily resident in HK, and a registered office address in Hong Kong. The minimum share capital is HK$1 — there is no paid-up capital requirement.

Yes. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership in Hong Kong. A non-resident individual or foreign corporation can own 100% of a Hong Kong limited company. No local partner or nominee shareholder is required.

A WFOE (Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise) is the most common structure for foreign businesses operating in mainland China. Setup involves choosing a location, reserving a company name, obtaining business licences from SAMR, and opening a capital account. The process usually takes 4-8 weeks depending on the city and industry.

Hong Kong uses a two-tier profits tax system: 8.25% on the first HK$2 million of assessable profits, and 16.5% on the remainder. There is no VAT, no sales tax, no capital gains tax, and no withholding tax on dividends. Only profits sourced in Hong Kong are taxable.

Yes. All Hong Kong companies must file an Annual Return with the Companies Registry (within 42 days of the anniversary date) and submit a Profits Tax Return to the IRD each year, regardless of revenue. Dormant companies can apply for simplified filing.

Yes. Under the Companies Ordinance, all Hong Kong limited companies must have their accounts audited annually by a practising CPA registered with the HKICPA. There are no exemptions based on company size.

Yes. All our calculators — including profits tax, salaries tax, stamp duty, MPF, and company formation cost estimators — are completely free, with no registration required.

Our calculators use current Hong Kong tax rates and official IRD allowances. Results are indicative estimates for planning purposes. For actual tax filing, always consult a qualified CPA or tax advisor.

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All advisors undergo credential verification. Accountants must be HKICPA-registered CPAs, lawyers must hold current practising certificates from the Law Society of Hong Kong, and corporate service providers must be licensed under the Trust or Company Service Providers Ordinance.