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Hong Kong as New York、London is one of the world's three largest financial centers,It has always attracted the attention of the Hong Kong government in the financial field.。
The financial industry can serve as one of the "engines" of Hong Kong's economy,In addition to Hong Kong’s unique geographical advantages and sound financial market system,,Efficient for the financial industry、Standardized and strong supervision,This is also a major reason why Chinese and foreign financial institutions can set up here.。
Hong Kong’s financial industry currently implements mixed operations、Supervision model of separate supervision,Major financial regulators include the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC)、Hong Kong Monetary Authority "Supervises the Banking Industry"、Insurance Regulatory Authority "In charge of the insurance industry"。
According to the provisions of the Securities and Futures Ordinance,Hong Kong’s financial services industry is subdivided into 9 major business types,Corresponded10market access license,Regulated by the China Securities Regulatory Commission。
As long as it meets the requirements of the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong,You can apply for a license to carry out relevant business。
A limited company that must be incorporated in Hong Kong,or a non-Hong Kong company registered with the Registrar。Hong Kong accepts companies established elsewhere,Register in Hong Kong,For example, Cayman Corporation, etc.。
The company has a presence in Hong Kong、Real business address,Must be a Grade A office building,It cannot be any affiliated address。
The registered capital requirement for Hong Kong companies is HKD 5 million or above.,Must always maintain paid-in share capital and liquid capital of no less than HK$3 million,Must open an account in a bank in Hong Kong。
Must have two licensees,At least one responsible officer must be based in Hong Kong,to directly oversee business operations。
Have a mature business structure、Complete monitoring system and professional staff,Able to bear the risks faced in the business。
At least one "Responsible Officer RO" manages the company,But when applying for a license,or after being issued a license to operate in the future,The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission requires the hiring of at least two "Responsible Officers RO"。
*RO person in charge is divided into big and small brands。Big-name ROs are those who have been in charge of relevant licenses before.。Small-brand ROs pass HKSI-related examinations,Personnel with relevant industry experience。
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Clarify business needs,Choose the right license plate type,and evaluate whether relevant requirements are met。
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Establish a Hong Kong company,Prepare necessary documents to open a bank account,Such as financial reports, etc.
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Review RO qualifications and basic information,Submit complete application materials to relevant regulatory agencies
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The SEC may conduct interviews with company representatives to learn more about the company's business plans and compliance。
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After meeting all requirements, the company will receive a financial license。
*The entire license application cycle takes approximately 6-8 months,Tools also need to be determined based on the actual situation.