561902Stalls at food court
美食廣場內的小店
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 that operate stalls within food courts, primarily selling meals, snacks, and beverages. These outlets cater to customers looking for quick dining options in a communal eating space.
This classification includes
- outlets selling meal, nosh and drinks at food court
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.
General Restaurant Licence
Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD)
Required for any premises selling meals or unbottled non-alcoholic drinks for consumption on the premises, with no restriction on cooking methods or food types. Issued under the Food Business Regulation (Cap. 132X). Applicants may obtain a provisional licence while working toward the full licence.
- 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
LowThis activity is inherently tied to Hong Kong premises as food court stalls serve local customers. Contracts for sales are typically negotiated and concluded on-site, making it difficult to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
FOOD COURT STALLS SELLING MEALS, SNACKS AND DRINKS
50/60 characters
Chinese 中文
美食廣場小店售賣餐飲
10/30 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 to operate a food stall?
Yes, you need a food business license from the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department.
What are the operational requirements for food stalls?
You must comply with health regulations, maintain hygiene standards, and ensure proper waste disposal.
How is tax applied to profits from food stalls?
Profits from food stalls are subject to Hong Kong profits tax as the business operates locally.
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Starting a stalls at food court 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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