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Bookkeeping and Accounting in Hong Kong
Learn the full Hong Kong accounting and audit process, including BR renewal, bookkeeping, audit, PTR, and optional services for smooth compliance.

Roman Verzin
19 hours ago3 min read


Hong Kong Tax System
Discover how the Hong Kong tax system works, when offshore status applies, and strategies to legally minimize taxes for your business.

Roman Verzin
Nov 103 min read


Hong Kong Banking Compliance
Opening a Hong Kong bank account requires more than just company papers, it’s about proving transparency and legitimacy. This guide breaks down the full compliance process and risk factors to help you prepare effectively.

Roman Verzin
Nov 85 min read


Banking and Corporate Accounts in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is one of the world’s most flexible hubs for global payments — but banking there isn’t easy. This article breaks down every option for your Hong Kong company: from traditional banks and MSOs to offshore accounts, PSPs, crypto, and marketplace balances. You’ll learn what really works in 2025, how to avoid common traps, and how to keep your company running even if your account gets closed.

Roman Verzin
Nov 45 min read


How to Register a Company in Hong Kong
If a Hong Kong company fits your plans, the next step is to actually register it.
We’ll go through each step in detail: not just what documents you need, but also the reasoning behind each step, so you can avoid wasted time or costly mistakes.

Roman Verzin
Oct 293 min read


Why Founders Choose Hong Kong
Learn everything about Hong Kong company setup who should open one, key benefits, and how to build a global business that’s compliant and scalable.

Roman Verzin
Oct 253 min read


China Company Case Study
China company case study: a Belarus automaker survived global crises by building trust and a local China office. Discover how relationships can save your business in chaos.

Roman Verzin
Oct 193 min read


Who Should Open a Company in Hong Kong?
Discover who truly benefits from opening a company in Hong Kong and who shouldn’t. This guide breaks down ideal business types, tax advantages, and common mistakes founders make when choosing Hong Kong for international operations

Roman Verzin
Oct 134 min read


When to Open a Chinese Company
Learn when to open a Chinese company, when it adds real value, when it doesn’t, and how to decide based on your goals, scale, and business model.

Roman Verzin
Oct 94 min read


Strategic Industries in China
China supports strategic industries. If you’re in semiconductors, biotech, EVs, industrial automation, or green energy — there are real benefits: funding, tax breaks, cheap land, faster approvals, guanxi. In this last part of the China Setup series, we explain which major industries in China get incentives, how biotech China and semiconductors are prioritized, and what foreign founders must do to qualify. A clear guide to real government support in China.

Roman Verzin
Oct 34 min read


5 Mistakes during Incorporation in China, Hong Kong, or Singapore
Expanding your business to China, Hong Kong, or Singapore?
Before you register your company, avoid the 5 costly mistakes that trap founders from “high-risk” countries like those in Central Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. From choosing the wrong jurisdiction to hiring cheap agents, this guide helps you build a real, compliant business—not just a paper entity.

Roman Verzin
Jun 193 min read


What Every Entrepreneur Must Know Before Setting Up a business in China, Hong Kong, or Singapore.
Starting a company in Asia when you’re from a “high-risk” country? It’s more than just filling forms — it’s about proving you’re real, legal, and bankable. This guide walks you through real-world mistakes, 8 key questions to ask before setup, and how to structure your business for success in China, Hong Kong, or Singapore. Start with clarity — not with a stamp.

Roman Verzin
Jun 163 min read


Step-by-Step Guide: How to Open a Company in China
Ready to open a company in China? This step-by-step guide covers the full process — from strategy and document prep to name approval, tax setup, and bank accounts. Learn what really matters for foreign founders: legal rep travel, red flags in banking, and how to avoid early mistakes.

Roman Verzin
Jun 134 min read


Why do some businesses grow globally while others stay stuck, even when both are equally talented?
What stops some founders from going global — even if they’re smart, legit, and hardworking? Often, just their passport. In this honest piece, Roman shares how being Russian turned his business into a “high-risk” case — even without doing anything illegal. But also what helped him push through. A must-read for anyone from a “complex” country trying to build something bigger.

Roman Verzin
Jun 71 min read


China Company Setup: How to Start a Real Business in China? (Full Intro Guide)
Opening a company in China isn’t just paperwork — it’s about building a real business on the ground. This intro explains why China is different from Hong Kong or Singapore, what often goes wrong, and what this step-by-step guide will cover. If you want to do it right — or decide if you should do it at all — start here.

Roman Verzin
Jun 52 min read


Do You Really Need a Chinese Company? Cases That Work — and Those That Don’t”
Do you really need a company in mainland China — or are you chasing a myth? In this detailed breakdown, we uncover six common misconceptions and five real reasons to incorporate. From VAT refunds and hiring to serious trade and local sales — learn when it makes sense to go all-in, and when Hong Kong or a local partner is the smarter move.

Roman Verzin
May 284 min read


Hiring Foreigners in China: Work Visas, Permits and Employer Requirements
Yes, your Chinese company can sponsor a foreigner — even you. But it’s not automatic. From real office space to a points-based system, China has strict rules for work visas. Here’s what you need to qualify, how the process works, and why timing and local rules matter more than you think.

Roman Verzin
May 253 min read


Tax in China: Corporate, Personal, VAT, WHT — What Really Applies to You
Taxes in China are serious — and very real. This guide breaks down what actually applies to you: VAT, corporate tax, personal income tax, social insurance, and withholding. No fluff — just clear numbers, rules, and what foreign founders often miss. If you’re starting a real business in China, read this before you price, hire, or send money abroad.

Roman Verzin
May 183 min read


Paying Dividends from China: Rules, Withholding Tax and Currency Control
Can you take dividends from your Chinese company? Yes — but only after taxes, audits, and paperwork. This guide explains how to repatriate profits legally, what withholding tax applies, and when keeping money in China might be the smarter move. If you’re thinking about cashing out — read this first.

Roman Verzin
May 153 min read


How Export VAT Refund Works in China — And Who Actually Gets It
Export VAT refunds in China sound great — but only work if you have real operations on the ground. This guide walks you through how the refund system actually works, what documents must match, how long it takes, and why virtual companies don’t qualify. If you’re planning to export from China, read this before building your pricing model.

Roman Verzin
May 123 min read
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