561200Fast food cafes
快餐店
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 includes establishments primarily engaged in preparing and serving fast food items for immediate consumption. Fast food cafes typically offer a limited menu of quick-service meals and beverages, often with a focus on convenience and speed.
This classification includes
- cafeteria
- fast food restaurants
Licences and approvals
What this activity needs to operate
Activities under this code trigger the following licensing regimes. Emerhub prepares and files each application on your behalf.
Light Refreshment Restaurant Licence
Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD)
Required for premises selling light refreshments for consumption on the premises where only simple cooking processes are used and the food range is limited. Issued under the Food Business Regulation (Cap. 132X). A provisional licence option is available during the full licence application.
- Processing time
- FEHD performance targets: Application Vetting Panel meeting within 20 working days of acceptance of the application; letter of requirements issued and final verification inspection within 8 working days of notification of compliance; provisional licence issued over the counter within 1 working day when all essential requirements are met
Official sourceVerified 2026-07-14
Offshore profits claim feasibility
LowFast food cafes primarily serve local customers and are tied to physical premises in Hong Kong. Contracts for services are typically negotiated and executed within the region, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
FAST FOOD CAFES AND RESTAURANTS
31/60 characters
Chinese 中文
快餐店
3/30 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
What licenses do I need?
You need a food business license from the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department and may require other permits depending on your operations.
How is tax calculated for my business?
Tax is calculated based on profits earned in Hong Kong. Ensure proper accounting to determine your taxable income.
Can I operate a franchise?
Yes, you can operate a franchise, but ensure compliance with the franchisor's requirements and local regulations.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a fast food cafes 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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