771000Renting and leasing machinery and equipment
機械設備租賃
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 renting and leasing of various types of machinery and equipment, which can include agricultural machinery, construction machinery, and office furniture, among others. It encompasses both specialized equipment for professional use, such as cinematographic and photographic equipment, as well as general business machines and coin-operated amusement machines.
This classification includes
- renting of agricultural machinery without operator
- renting of business machine
- renting of cinematographic equipment
- renting of coin-operated amusement machine
- renting of computer
- renting of construction machinery without operator
- renting of manufacturing machinery
- renting of office duplicating machine
- renting of office furniture
- renting of oil well drilling machinery
- renting of professional photographic equipment
Classified elsewhere
These activities look similar but belong under different codes.
- container leasing
- financial leasing
- provision of agricultural machinery with operators and crew
- renting of air transport equipment with operator
- renting of bicycles
- renting of pleasure boats, canoes and sailboats for recreational purposes
- renting of water transport equipment with operator
- renting or leasing of passenger vehicles with driver
- renting or leasing of trucks or tractors with driver
- vehicle or truck rental, without driver
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
MediumWhile some rental activities can be conducted offshore, many contracts are negotiated and concluded in Hong Kong. Additionally, the nature of the equipment rental often requires local presence and customer interaction, making it less feasible for offshore treatment.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
RENTING AND LEASING OF MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT
46/60 characters
Chinese 中文
機械設備租賃
6/30 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 rent machinery?
Yes, you may need specific licenses depending on the type of machinery being rented. Check local regulations.
How is tax applied to rental income?
Rental income is subject to profits tax in Hong Kong. Ensure proper accounting for tax obligations.
Can I operate this business from outside Hong Kong?
Operating from outside Hong Kong is possible, but local contracts and customer interactions may require a presence in Hong Kong.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a renting and leasing machinery and equipment 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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