Other Briefings
An Introduction to Doing Business in Hong Kong 2026-27
Compiled by professionals at Dezan Shira & Associates, this guide is ideal for investors entering the Hong Kong market and for existing businesses to stay informed.
Expat Taxes in Hong Kong – A Brief Overview
For expats new to Hong Kong, the territory’s low tax rates can be a welcome change, but the requirements for self-filing, provisional tax mechanism, and biannual payment schedule can catch the unprepared off guard.
Accounting System Setup for New Hong Kong Subsidiaries: Avoiding Compliance and Reporting Risks
Setting up the right accounting system early helps new Hong Kong subsidiaries stay compliant, control costs, and avoid audit problems. This guide covers key decisions and practical steps.
Hong Kong Tax Filing: Is Your Business Ready for E-Filing, iXBRL, and IRD Compliance?
Hong Kong’s annual tax filing cycle is evolving, requiring businesses to manage multiple obligations – from profits tax returns to employer reporting and upcoming iXBRL requirements – while ensuring data accuracy and regulatory compliance.
IR56B Compliance in Hong Kong: How Employers Can Avoid IRD Follow-Ups
Hong Kong employers should review IR56B filings carefully to avoid IRD follow-ups, MPF mismatches, penalties, and payroll reporting errors. Learn key filing risks and prevention steps.
Hong Kong’s IPOs Rebound as Chinese Tech Taps New Source of Capital
Mainland Chinese tech and biotech companies drove a record-breaking surge in HKEX listings in 2025, with the exchange topping global IPO rankings for funds raised.
M&A Due Diligence in Hong Kong: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Hong Kong M&A due diligence has evolved as targets increasingly operate as holding companies with offshore and the Chinese Mainland exposure. Foreign investors in 2026 must focus on control, risk allocation, and post closing enforceability rather than formal compliance alone.
IR56B Common Errors: A Guide to Avoiding IRD Follow-Up in Hong Kong
Filing errors in IR56B can lead to IRD queries, fines, or audits. This guide covers the most frequent mistakes, how the IRD detects them, and simple steps to stay compliant.
