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Why Choose One IBC to Set Up Your
Company Limited by Shares?
Streamlined Incorporation
Establish your Company Limited by Shares through a simplified and fully digital process. Our platform enables fast and secure submission to the Hong Kong Companies Registry.
Regulatory Compliance
We ensure that every aspect of your company formation—directorship, share structure, statutory records, and KYC are handled in accordance with Hong Kong legal requirements.
Professional Guidance
Our experienced corporate consultants provide end-to-end support, ensuring your company is structured correctly and ready to operate from day one.
What You Need to Know About Forming
a Company Limited by Shares
What Is a Company Limited by Shares?
A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a business entity you can register in your state. A Company Limited by Shares is the most common type of private company in Hong Kong. It limits each shareholder’s liability to the amount unpaid on their shares. The company exists as a separate legal entity, offering protection for personal assets and a clear structure for ownership and management.
Why Do You Need to Form This Type of Company?
Incorporating a Company Limited by Shares gives you formal legal status, which allows you to open business bank accounts, enter into contracts, appoint directors, issue shares, and operate under a recognized structure in compliance with Hong Kong law.
What Challenges Come with Forming a Company Limited by Shares?
The incorporation process involves legal documentation, appointment of directors and a company secretary, and maintaining statutory records. Navigating compliance requirements and understanding regulatory obligations can be complex without proper guidance.
When Do You Need to Form a Company Limited by Shares?
This structure is recommended when you plan to carry on business in Hong Kong or internationally, limit personal liability, raise capital through shareholding, or enter into formal commercial contracts. It’s especially important to incorporate early if you expect rapid growth or need a bank account under a legal entity.
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Company Limited by Shares
Get StartedIncorporate Your Hong Kong Company with One IBC in 4 Clear Steps
Name Review
Submit your proposed company name for availability and compliance checks under Hong Kong Companies Ordinance.
Company Information Submission
Provide key company details, including directors, shareholders, and registered address. Identity verification is conducted to meet statutory KYC requirements.
Payment & Filing
Upon confirmation of payment, incorporation documents are prepared and submitted to the Hong Kong Companies Registry for processing.
Issuance of Incorporation Documents
Receive your Certificate of Incorporation, Business Registration Certificate, and company kit, ready for business operations and bank account setup.
3 Reasons to Form a Company Limited by Shares
Limit Your Liability
Shareholders are only liable up to the value of their unpaid shares, offering legal separation between personal and business assets.
Establish Legal Structure
Forming a company provides a formal framework for ownership, governance, and compliance required for entering into contracts or raising capital.
Enable Global Operations
A registered company in Hong Kong allows you to open business bank accounts, access international markets, and build commercial credibility.
Company Limited by Shares
vs. Company Limited by Guarantee What's The Difference?
There are several key differences between a Company Limited by Shares and a Company Limited by Guarantee in terms of ownership, liability, and purpose:
Company Limited by Shares
Shareholder Ownership
Ownership is vested in shareholders who contribute capital and hold shares representing proprietary interests in the company.
Profit Allocation
Profits may be distributed to shareholders in the form of dividends, subject to the company’s financial performance and internal governance.
Commercial Objective
Primarily established for profit-generating business activities, such as trading, investment, or service provision.
Company Limited by Guarantee
Membership-Based Structure
This company type does not issue shares and has no shareholders. It is comprised of members who do not hold equity interests.
Limited Guarantee
Each member undertakes to contribute a predetermined nominal amount in the event of company liquidation.
Non-Profit Orientation
Commonly used for charitable organisations, associations, and non-governmental entities where surplus income is reinvested to further the stated objectives.
What You Should Know About Forming a Company Limited by Shares
To incorporate a Company Limited by Shares in Hong Kong, you must submit the incorporation form, Articles of Association, and statutory details to the Companies Registry. Although the regulatory framework is well-defined, having a licensed service provider ensures full compliance and a smooth registration process.
Here are the key considerations before forming your company.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A Company Limited by Shares is a private limited company in which the liability of each shareholder is limited to the unpaid amount on their shares. It is the most common structure for businesses operating in Hong Kong.
Only one shareholder is required to incorporate a Company Limited by Shares. The shareholder can be an individual or a corporate entity, and there is no requirement for them to be a Hong Kong resident.
Yes. Every Company Limited by Shares in Hong Kong must appoint a Company Secretary. The secretary must be a Hong Kong resident or a licensed corporate service provider.