492702Transport by goods vehicles (excl. tractors) (with cross-border transportation services)
貨車(拖頭除外)運輸服務(有跨境運輸服務)
Why 6 digits?
HSIC subclasses are 6 digits. The first four match the international ISIC class; Hong Kong adds a two-digit local suffix for finer detail, especially across its import and export trade, so a code steps from a 4-digit class straight to a 6-digit subclass. More on the HSIC structure.
This activity involves the transportation of cargo using goods vehicles, excluding tractors, specifically for cross-border transportation services. It encompasses the logistics and movement of goods across international borders, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and facilitating trade.
This classification includes
- cargo moving by goods vehicles (with cross-border transportation)
Licences and approvals
What this activity needs to operate
No sector-specific licence applies to this activity. It can be set up as a standard Hong Kong company without extra regulatory approvals. Premises-based or product-based permits can still apply case by case; Emerhub confirms the exact position during scoping.
Offshore profits claim feasibility
MediumThis activity involves transporting goods across borders, which may allow for some operations outside Hong Kong. However, the necessity of local licenses and potential HK customer interactions can limit the offshore nature of the business.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
TRANSPORTATION BY GOODS VEHICLES WITH CROSS-BORDER
50/60 characters
Chinese 中文
貨車運輸服務(有跨境)
11/30 characters
Standard compliance
Compliance every Hong Kong company shares
Beyond anything specific to this activity, every Hong Kong company handles two-tiered profits tax, the annual return (Form NAR1) within 42 days of its incorporation anniversary, audited accounts, MPF enrolment for staff, and a company secretary. Emerhub runs all of it on your behalf.
See the full Hong Kong compliance calendarFrequently asked questions
Do I need a license for cross-border transport?
Yes, you will need to obtain the appropriate licenses for cross-border transportation services.
How is tax treated for this business?
Profits may be subject to Hong Kong tax unless the services are performed entirely outside of Hong Kong.
What are the operational requirements?
You must comply with local regulations, including vehicle safety standards and customs requirements for cross-border transport.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a transport by goods vehicles (excl. tractors) (with cross-border transportation services) business in Hong Kong?
Emerhub incorporates your company, registers the business nature above with the IRD, files every licence application, and runs your company secretary and compliance calendar. You provide the documents; Emerhub handles every government interaction.
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