Direct answer
The Registry’s incorporation FAQ describes director and company-secretary requirements for private companies and certain other company types.
Official-source position
The Companies Registry explains local company types, company-name selection, incorporation forms and articles, certificate issuance, and routes for non-Hong Kong companies.
Practical checklist
- Identify the first director(s).
- Appoint a company secretary in accordance with the applicable rules.
- Check residence and corporate-secretary conditions.
- Avoid treating a service-provider assumption as a statutory rule.
Frequently asked questions
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