Company Incorporation in Hong Kong from Panama

Why Hong Kong

Incorporating in Hong Kong From Panama

Register a Private Limited Company in Hong Kong without relocating from Panama
1 Shareholder (100% foreign ownership permitted) — no restriction based on your country of residence
Companies Registry (CR) & Inland Revenue Department (IRD) filings, tax registration & bank account support handled end-to-end
Ongoing compliance coordinated across Panama and Hong Kong time zones

Hong Kong Incorporation Snapshot

Entity Type Private Limited Company

Regulator Companies Registry (CR) & Inland Revenue Department (IRD)

Minimum Directors 1 Director (any nationality)

Minimum Shareholders 1 Shareholder (100% foreign ownership permitted)

Formation Timeline 5–7 business days

Minimum Capital No minimum paid-up capital (nominal HK$1 common)

Corporate Tax 16.5% profits tax (8.25% on first HK$2M); 0% on offshore-sourced profits under territorial system

Step-by-Step

How We Incorporate Your Hong Kong Company From Panama

1

Reserve and clear the proposed company name

2

Appoint a local Company Secretary & registered office (required by law)

3

File incorporation form (NNC1) with the Companies Registry

4

Receive Certificate of Incorporation & Business Registration Certificate

5

Open a Hong Kong or international corporate bank account

Documentation

What You'll Need From Panama

Passport & address proof for directors/shareholders

Hong Kong registered office address (we provide this)

Company Secretary appointment (mandatory, we provide this)

Articles of Association

Significant Controllers Register (SCR) details

Common Questions

Hong Kong Incorporation FAQs for Panama-Based Founders

Can a person or company from Panama own 100% of a Private Limited Company in Hong Kong?

In almost all cases, yes — Hong Kong permits 1 shareholder (100% foreign ownership permitted), with no restriction based on the founder's country of origin, including Panama.

Do I need to travel from Panama to Hong Kong to incorporate?

No, the entire process is handled remotely. We prepare, notarise or apostille (where required), and file all documents with the Companies Registry (CR) & Inland Revenue Department (IRD) on your behalf.

How long does Private Limited Company registration in Hong Kong take when applying from Panama?

Typical turnaround is 5–7 business days, though courier time for notarised documents from Panama can add a few extra days depending on your location.

What tax rate will my Hong Kong company pay?

Hong Kong applies 16.5% profits tax (8.25% on first HK$2M); 0% on offshore-sourced profits under territorial system. We review your structure to confirm the exact liability and identify any relief available under a tax treaty between Hong Kong and Panama.

Can profits be repatriated from Hong Kong back to Panama?

Yes, subject to Hong Kong's standard dividend distribution rules. Where a double tax treaty exists between Hong Kong and Panama, we structure repatriation to take advantage of any available relief.

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