619100Internet access services
互聯網接駁服務
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 providing access to the internet for individuals and organizations. Internet access services providers facilitate connectivity through various technologies, enabling users to connect to the global network.
This classification includes
- internet access services providers
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.
Unified Carrier Licence and Services-Based Operator Licence
Communications Authority (Office of the Communications Authority, OFCA)
A Unified Carrier Licence (UCL) under the Telecommunications Ordinance (Cap. 106) is required to establish and maintain facility-based public telecommunications networks that cross unleased Government land or public streets, covering fixed, mobile and converged services; it is valid for 15 years. Operators providing public telecommunications services without such facilities, for example local voice telephony, external telecommunications services or MVNO services, apply instead for a Services-Based Operator (SBO) Licence, which is valid for 2 years.
- Processing time
- OFCA acknowledges receipt of UCL applications within 5 working days; no published overall determination target
Official sourceVerified 2026-07-14
Offshore profits claim feasibility
MediumInternet access services are typically provided to local customers in Hong Kong. While some services can be delivered remotely, the majority of contracts are negotiated and concluded within the region, making it challenging to qualify for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
INTERNET ACCESS SERVICES PROVIDERS
34/60 characters
Chinese 中文
互聯網接駁服務
7/30 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 provide internet access services?
Yes, you need to obtain a license from the Communications Authority to operate internet access services in Hong Kong.
What are the tax implications for my business?
Profits generated from internet access services are subject to Hong Kong profits tax unless qualifying for offshore treatment.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
While some aspects can be managed remotely, local presence is often required for customer support and compliance.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a internet access 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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