Company Registration
From entity selection and document preparation to registration and post-incorporation coordination, Signum helps international businesses establish the right operating structure in Mainland China, Hong Kong or Japan.
Company registration is one part of becoming operational. Banking, licences, tax, payroll and immigration may require additional steps.
End-to-End Support
Company registration is more than an administrative filing. Signum helps define the appropriate local structure, coordinate the required corporate documentation and prepare the company for the operational steps that follow registration.
Entity and ownership planning
Reviewing the intended activity, ownership structure and appropriate local registration route.
Company profile and governance
Defining shareholders, capital, directors, representatives and the company's registered activities.
Document preparation
Coordinating constitutional documents, corporate approvals and foreign shareholder documentation.
Registration filings
Preparing and coordinating submissions with the relevant local registration authorities.
Statutory setup
Establishing the required company records, registrations, seals or local corporate positions.
Operational handover
Preparing the next steps for banking, accounting, tax, payroll, licences and ongoing compliance.
Registration Routes
The appropriate structure depends on how you intend to operate, own, finance and grow the business locally.
Establish a flexible operating, regional or holding company with a clear governance and compliance framework.
The standard route for most local and international businesses seeking an independent Hong Kong company with limited liability.
A registered extension of an existing foreign parent. It is not legally separate, and the parent company remains responsible for its obligations.
A limited option for market research, liaison and other non-profit-making activities before establishing a full commercial operation.
A Hong Kong company requires the appropriate directors, company secretary and registered office. Banking and operational setup remain separate from incorporation.
Confirm whether the business should use a local company, branch or limited representative presence.
Confirm shareholders, directors, company secretary, registered office and share structure.
Prepare and submit the company and business-registration filings.
Set up statutory records, banking, accounting, employment and compliance.
Often combined with: Bookkeeping · Tax Filing · Payroll Outsourcing · Work Visas
Ready to Establish Your Presence?
Tell us where you want to operate and what the company needs to achieve. Our team will review the appropriate registration path and prepare a tailored scope.
Initial consultation · No commitment required
China
Hong Kong
Japan