562000Event catering and other food service activities
聚會餐飲及其他膳食服務活動
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 the provision of food and beverage services for events, such as parties, weddings, and corporate functions. It encompasses event caterers who prepare and serve meals at various locations, as well as other food service activities that are not classified elsewhere.
This classification includes
- event caterers
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.
Food Factory Licence
Food and Environmental Hygiene Department (FEHD)
Required for premises where food is prepared for sale for human consumption off the premises, under the Food Business Regulation (Cap. 132X). Covers operations such as central kitchens, takeaway food preparation, sauce and noodle making, roasted meat production and similar processing. A provisional licence option is available.
Event caterers preparing food off-site operate under a food factory licence
- Processing time
- FEHD guide flow: consulted departments reply within 24 working days of referral; letter of requirements issued within 7 working days of confirmation that the premises are suitable; full licence approval steps within 2 to 8 working days after compliance is confirmed
Official sourceVerified 2026-07-14
Offshore profits claim feasibility
LowEvent catering services are typically performed within Hong Kong and cater to local clients. Contracts are usually negotiated and concluded in Hong Kong, making it difficult for profits to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EVENT CATERING AND OTHER FOOD SERVICE ACTIVITIES
48/60 characters
Chinese 中文
聚會餐飲及其他膳食服務活動
13/30 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 catering services?
Yes, you need a food business license from the Food and Environmental Hygiene Department.
Can I operate catering services from home?
Operating from home is possible, but you must comply with local zoning regulations and obtain necessary permits.
What are the tax implications for my catering business?
Catering businesses in Hong Kong are subject to profits tax on income generated within the territory.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a event catering and other food service activities 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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