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Legitimate 0% Corporate Tax in
Hong Kong Via Offshore Tax Exemption
Maximize your global profits under Hong Kong's Territorial Tax System. Get end-to-end support, from operational structuring and CPA audit to IRD questionnaire defense.
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How much can you save with Hong Kong Offshore Tax Exemption?
Hong Kong operates on a strict Territorial Source Principle. Under the Inland Revenue Ordinance (IRO), non-MNE companies are chargeable to Hong Kong Profits Tax only if their trade or business derives profits arising in or derived from Hong Kong.
If your business transactions are executed entirely offshore and successfully claimed upon IRD assessment, your tax rate drops from the standard 16.5% to 0%.
Tax Savings
HKD 660,000
per year, at an effective rate of 13.2%
Assessable profits
HKD 5,000,000
HKD 500K
HKD 10M
HKD 20M
With Exemption
HKD 0!
For illustration only. Calculated using Hong Kong's two-tiered tax rates (8.25% on the first HKD 2M, 16.5% on the rest), assuming IRD approval and ignoring deductions. Group restrictions apply.
Where are you in your Hong Kong journey?
Offshore tax exemption depends on how your business operates and the right next step depends on
where you are today.
where you are today.
Not incorporated yet?
Planning a Hong Kong company
Launching a new business or moving from another jurisdiction? Incorporate your Hong Kong company 100% remotely, with guidance on structuring your operations for an offshore claim.
Already have a Hong Kong company?
Preparing your first or annual audit & tax return
Don't miss the 3-month filing deadline for your first Profits Tax Return arriving about 18 months after incorporation. There is no separate application. We integrate your Hong Kong offshore tax claim directly into your annual CPA audit.
Received an IRD enquiry letter?
Responding to IRD Offshore Questionnaire
Every IRD offshore questionnaire has a strict deadline. Missing it or submitting incomplete proof can lead to claim rejection and retroactive tax assessments. Send us the letter and we'll review what evidence is needed.
Key qualifying pillars for Offshore Tax Exemption
Hong Kong operates a territorial tax system: only profits generated within its borders are taxable.
No HK Customers/Suppliers
Core sales and purchase contracts are generally negotiated and executed with non-Hong Kong entities.
No Physical Office or Staff
Operations run without maintaining a physical commercial office or direct operating staff inside Hong Kong.
No HK Server or Services
Day-to-day management, core service delivery, and digital systems are executed outside Hong Kong.
Negotiation Done Abroad
Key commercial activities including supplier selection, price negotiations, and contract signing typically occur outside Hong Kong, supported by travel records.
Overseas Business Presence
Maintaining offshore substance (directors, offshore contractors, overseas offices) reinforces the claim against local IRD scrutiny.
No Local Warehousing
Goods cannot enter, be stored, assembled, or fulfilled through Hong Kong warehouses. Direct drop-shipping between overseas ports is standard.
Is your business eligible for 0% Hong Kong Tax?
Take our free 2-minute assessment to evaluate your business's eligibility for tax exemption, assess operational risks, and receive your instant Eligibility Score.
Questions tailored to your industry and how your business earns its income
Instant eligibility score with a clear result
Practical next steps for your offshore claim
How our Offshore Claim support works
From reviewing how your business operates to drafting replies to the IRD, we help you build an evidence-backed offshore claim at every stage.
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Documents to prepare for your Offshore claim
Preparing these records in advance helps your audit go smoothly and reduces follow-up questions if the IRD reviews your offshore claim.
Core Filing Documents
All business types
Submitted with your Profits Tax Return to make the offshore claim.
Commercial Contracts
Trading of GoodsContract Processing (Manufacturing)
Formal agreements outlining your daily transactions and confirming your relationships with non Hong Kong partners.
Bank Statements
Trading of GoodsContract Processing (Manufacturing)Service / Commission FeesRoyalties & Rental Income
Full-year statements for every company account, used to trace payments and match them to the underlying sales and purchase transactions.
Sales and Purchase Invoices
Trading of GoodsContract ProcessingServices / Commission
The core billing documents that justify your revenue and expenses for proper bookkeeping and offshore verification.
Corporate Structure and Other Operational Proof
All business types
Corporate documents (Certificate of Incorporation, Business Registration Certificate, resolutions) and operational proof (travel logs, staff/office records) verifying where business was actually conducted.
Minimize the stress of tracking down past records — explore our integrated Bookkeeping & Audit services to make offshore tax exemption much easier to handle.
Get a free expert review for your Offshore claim
Tell us about your business. Our experts will review your case and get in touch within 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions
Find answers to common questions about eligibility criteria, audit requirements, and defending your offshore tax claim with the IRD.
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