Incorporating a Hong Kong Limited Company for Indian Freelance Developers
Indian freelance developers can establish a Hong Kong Limited company to access international markets and manage global client billings. Hong Kong's territorial tax system allows for potential tax efficiency if income is sourced outside the jurisdiction.
This setup requires compliance with both Hong Kong Companies Registry regulations and Indian tax reporting obligations, including Section 44ADA presumptive taxation rules.
Model the full outlay, not just the setup fee
- SetupSleek (Singapore) setup$1,499
- AnnualYear 2 renewal$899.00
What the tax authority sees
Hong Kong operates a territorial tax system with a two-tier profits tax rate of 8.25% on the first HKD 2 million of assessable profits.
Section 44ADA presumptive taxation; foreign-source income rules
Use Sleek to manage your HK Ltd formation remotely; ensure your Indian tax filings account for Section 44ADA and foreign-source income reporting requirements.
- 01Indian CFC and POEM (Place of Effective Management) scrutiny
- 02Requirement for local company secretary and registered office address
- 03Strict bank account opening due diligence for non-resident directors
From filing to funded bank account
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FAQ
Start filing with Sleek (Singapore)
Formation typically completes in 2–3 weeks. Use the promo below, then click through to begin the checklist directly on the platform.