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11/08/2026

💡 Think a Hong Kong company means automatic 0% tax? Not quite.

🇭🇰 Hong Kong taxes only profits sourced in Hong Kong – that part is true. If your profit is generated overseas, you may qualify for an offshore exemption, which means a 0% tax rate on those profits.

Here's the catch, and it catches a lot of people out: the offshore claim is never automatic. You have to prove it.

🔵 The IRD looks at the "Totality of Facts." They want to know: where were decisions actually made? Where were contracts negotiated and signed? Where does your team operate?

🔵 A contract signed overseas with a foreign customer isn't enough on its own. If the negotiations, pricing decisions, and risk management happened from Hong Kong, the IRD will likely treat those profits as taxable.

🔵 What you need: clear records of where negotiations happened, proof of where key decisions were made, emails and call logs that support your story, and consistent evidence across all documents.

What happens if you don't have it? Your claim gets rejected. Full tax bill. Penalties. Interest.

We help you build the evidence file the IRD needs. Over 1,000 startups have used our tax planning to legally reduce their bills.

If you're not sure about your current setup, reach out. We're happy to take a look.

📞 Book a free consultation today at Connect Dots Limited

10/08/2026

Think the Annual Return and the Tax Return are the same thing? You're not alone – but confusing them can cost you.

Here's what's actually going on:

Annual Return (Form NAR1)

🔶Filed with the Companies Registry

🔶Updates your company's public record – directors, shareholders, registered address, share capital

🔶No financial figures – just a "who's who" of your company

🔶Deadline: 42 days after your incorporation anniversary

🔶On-time fee: HK$105

Profits Tax Return (BIR51 for corporations)

🔷Filed with the Inland Revenue Department (IRD)

🔷Reports your company's profits and determines your tax bill

🔷Requires audited financial statements from a Hong Kong CPA

🔷Deadline: varies by financial year-end

The catch? Filing one does NOT fulfil the obligation for the other.

You don't need to figure this out alone.

We manage both. Our secretarial team handles the Companies Registry. Our accounting team handles the IRD. You get one unified compliance calendar.

If you're not sure about your current setup, reach out. We're happy to take a look.

Book a free consultation with Connect Dots! ✅

05/08/2026

💡 Here's the thing about virtual offices in Hong Kong – they're completely legal. The Companies Ordinance allows them.

But there's a catch that catches a lot of founders out.

🏢 Your registered address needs to be a physical location in Hong Kong. No P.O. boxes – that's strictly prohibited. It also needs to be able to receive official government correspondence. Court summons, IRD letters, that kind of thing.

❗ Here's where it gets tricky. Your provider needs to hold a valid TCSP license. That's a Trust or Company Service Provider license issued by the Companies Registry. If they don't have one, you're in trouble.

We've seen it happen. Companies get their registration rejected. Banks refuse to open accounts. And under the Anti-Money Laundering Ordinance, you could be looking at fines up to HK$100,000 and even six months in prison.

👨‍💻 👩‍💻 We're TCSP Licensed. Our Central CBD address comes with a dedicated secretarial team that manages your legal notices, annual filings, and compliance. You get a prestigious business address without the rent, and complete peace of mind.

If you're not sure about your current setup, reach out. We're happy to take a look.

📞 Book a free consultation at Connect Dots.

03/08/2026

💡 Thinking of setting up a Hong Kong company but worried about the residency requirement? Here's what you actually need to know.

✅ YES – a non-resident CAN be a director.

Under Hong Kong's Companies Ordinance (Cap. 622), there is no nationality or residency requirement for directors. Your director can sit in London, New York, or Tokyo. That part is straightforward.

But here is where most founders get caught out:

While your director can be anywhere, your company MUST have a Company Secretary who ordinarily resides in Hong Kong. This is a legal requirement under the Ordinance.

There's one more rule: If you only have ONE director, that sole director cannot also act as the Company Secretary. You need a separate person or a professional firm to fill that role.

❓ Why does this matter?

Your Company Secretary is responsible for:

🔺 Filing annual returns with the Companies Registry
🔺Maintaining statutory records
🔺Managing KYC and beneficial ownership disclosures
🔺Ensuring compliance with all regulatory deadlines

What about you?
You can stay focused on growing your business. We handle the compliance. We are your licensed Company Secretary, with a Valid TCSP License.

We give you that legal footing in Hong Kong so you can sit anywhere in the world and stay fully compliant.



📞 Book a free consultation: https://connectdots.com.hk

28/07/2026

Choosing the right jurisdiction for your holding structure isn't just about tax rates – it's about your entire global footprint.

🇭🇰 Hong Kong: Territorial tax system – offshore profits can be taxed at 0%. No withholding tax on dividends. No capital gains tax.

🇸🇬 Singapore: 17% corporate tax, but startups can claim up to 75% exemption on the first S$100,000 of chargeable income. Over 80 double tax treaties protect your cross-border royalties and dividends.

🇦🇪 Dubai: 9% corporate tax above AED 375,000 – and 0% below that. Freezone companies can enjoy 0% tax on qualifying income. Zero personal income tax. Full asset protection.

Here's the catch: They are NOT interchangeable. Your supply chain, holding chain, and exit strategy decide which one fits.

We set up companies in all three jurisdictions. Book a free consultation: https://connectdots.com.hk

TCSP License: TC007572

30/01/2026

★彡Hong Kong vs Dubai hidden cost?彡★

Thinking of setting up in HK or Dubai? Don't let the "$1,000 setup" ads fool you. 🚫💸

Many agencies will sell you a "basic license" for a low price, but they conveniently forget to mention the real costs that hit you later:

💳 Banking Fees: Corporate account minimums and transfer fees add up fast.

🛂 Visa Costs: The license is cheap, but the residence visa for you and your staff? That’s a separate bill.

🏢 Government fee: some service providers doesn't include gov fee

A cheap setup isn't cheap if it gets your bank account rejected. 📉

At Connect Dots, we don't hide the numbers. We identify the Total Cost of Ownership upfront— including banking, visas, and compliance—so you have zero surprises down the road.

Ready for a transparent business launch? DM us "AUDIT" and let's check your real numbers. 🤝

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