{"id":1062,"date":"2025-04-24T10:56:55","date_gmt":"2025-04-24T10:56:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/?p=1062"},"modified":"2025-05-11T04:21:35","modified_gmt":"2025-05-11T04:21:35","slug":"guide-to-setting-up-a-family-office-in-hong-kong-steps-and-requirements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/fr\/guide-to-setting-up-a-family-office-in-hong-kong-steps-and-requirements\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide to Setting Up a Family Office in Hong Kong: Steps and Requirements"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Mise en place d'un <\/span>family office in Hong Kong<\/b> requires careful planning and compliance with regulatory requirements. Below is a step-by-step guide to help navigate the process.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Step 1: Choose a Company Type and Name<\/b><\/p>\n

The most common structure for a family office in Hong Kong is a <\/span>Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 anonyme<\/b>, which provides <\/span>limited liability<\/b> to shareholders, restricting their financial risk to their share capital.<\/span><\/p>\n

Key Requirements for Incorporation<\/b><\/p>\n

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  • Nom de l'entreprise<\/b>: Must be unique, not offensive, and comply with local regulations. Names containing terms like <\/span>\u201cbank,\u201d \u201ctrust,\u201d or \u201cinsurance\u201d<\/b> require special approval. A limited company must have <\/span>\u201cLimit\u00e9\u201d<\/b> at the end of its name.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Administrateurs et actionnaires<\/b>: Au moins <\/span>un administrateur et un actionnaire<\/b> are required. The same person can hold both positions. Directors must be at least <\/span>18 ans<\/b> and can be <\/span>local or foreign individuals<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Capital social<\/b>: No minimum share capital requirement.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Secr\u00e9taire g\u00e9n\u00e9ral<\/b>: Handles statutory records, corporate filings, and ensures compliance with Hong Kong regulations.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Adresse du si\u00e8ge social<\/b>: Every Hong Kong company must maintain a <\/span>local registered office address<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Repr\u00e9sentant d\u00e9sign\u00e9<\/b>: Responsible for <\/span>maintaining the Significant Controllers Register (SCR)<\/b> and reporting the <\/span>ultimate beneficial owners (UBOs)<\/b> to authorities.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>

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    Step 2: Company Incorporation Process<\/b><\/p>\n

    Incorporating a company in Hong Kong is straightforward and requires the following documents:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Incorporation Form<\/b>:<\/span>\n
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      • Form NNC1<\/b> (for companies limited by shares)<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Form NNC1G<\/b> (for companies not limited by shares)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
      • Statuts de l'association<\/b>: Outlining the company’s structure and governance.<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Business Registration Notice (IRBR1)<\/b>: Issued by the <\/span>Business Registration Office<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Once submitted, incorporation typically takes <\/span>a few days<\/b>, after which the company receives its <\/span>Business Registration Certificate (BRC) and Certificate of Incorporation (CI)<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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        Step 3: Opening a Bank Account<\/b><\/p>\n

        A corporate bank account is essential for operating a family office. Banks may require different levels of documentation, but the following are typically necessary:<\/span><\/p>\n

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        • Documents d'incorporation<\/b>: Business Registration Certificate, Certificate of Incorporation, and Articles of Association.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Preuve d'identit\u00e9 et d'adresse<\/b>: Passports and address proof (such as a utility bill) for directors, shareholders, and beneficial owners. Documents must be in <\/span>Anglais ou chinois<\/b>.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Plan d'entreprise<\/b>: Outlining the nature and purpose of the family office.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Curriculum Vitae (CVs)<\/b>: For directors and key shareholders.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Proof of Business Activities<\/b>: Documentation supporting the legitimacy of the company\u2019s activities.<\/span><\/li>\n
        • D\u00e9p\u00f4t initial<\/b>: Certaines banques exigent un d\u00e9p\u00f4t minimum pour activer le compte.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>

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          Since each bank has its own requirements, it is advisable to check in advance and prepare accordingly.<\/span><\/p>\n

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          Step 4: Obtaining the Necessary Licenses<\/b><\/p>\n

          Depending on the scope of its activities, a <\/span>family office in Hong Kong<\/b> may require a license from the <\/span>Commission des valeurs mobili\u00e8res et des contrats \u00e0 terme (SFC)<\/b>. Licensing depends on whether the office <\/span>manages investments, provides financial advice, or executes trades<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

          Common SFC Licenses for Family Offices<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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          License Type<\/b><\/p>\n<\/th>\n

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          Regulated Activity<\/b><\/p>\n<\/th>\n

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          Required For<\/b><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n

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          Type 1<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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          Dealing in Securities<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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          If the family office <\/span>buys\/sells securities on behalf of clients<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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          Type 2<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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          Dealing in Futures Contracts<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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          If the family office engages in <\/span>futures trading<\/b> for clients.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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          Type 4<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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          Advising on Securities<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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          If the family office provides <\/span>investment recommendations or portfolio management<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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          Type 5<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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          Advising on Futures Contracts<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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          If the family office <\/span>advises on or manages futures-related portfolios<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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          Type 9<\/b><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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          Asset Management<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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          If the family office manages <\/span>securities or futures portfolios<\/b> for clients.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

          A <\/span>Bureau unifamilial (SFO)<\/b> managing only the assets of a single family may not require an SFC license, provided it does not offer investment services to third parties. However, <\/span>Bureaux multifamiliaux (MFO)<\/b> that manage assets for multiple families <\/span>will likely need SFC authorization<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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          Final Considerations<\/b><\/p>\n

          Mise en place d'un <\/span>family office in Hong Kong<\/b> offers significant advantages, including a <\/span>strategic location, favorable tax environment, and strong financial infrastructure<\/b>. However, compliance with <\/span>company registration, banking, and licensing requirements<\/b> is crucial to ensuring smooth operations.<\/span><\/p>\n

          For further assistance in setting up a <\/span>family office in Hong Kong<\/b>, reach out to a professional advisory firm to ensure regulatory compliance and a seamless setup process.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

          Establishing a family office in Hong Kong requires careful planning and compliance with regulatory requirements. Below is a step-by-step guide to help navigate the process. Step 1: Choose a Company Type and Name The most common structure for a family office in Hong Kong is a Limited Company, which provides limited liability to shareholders, restricting […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1064,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1062","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-family-office-business-guide"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1062","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1062"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1062\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2184,"href":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1062\/revisions\/2184"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1064"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1062"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1062"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mielogroup.com\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1062"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}