8020Security system operation services
保安系統操控服務
This class includes services related to the operation of security systems, such as monitoring and managing alarm systems, surveillance systems, and other security-related technologies. It encompasses activities performed by security service providers that ensure the safety and security of premises and assets.
Subclasses in this class
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.
Security Company Licence
Security and Guarding Services Industry Authority (SGSIA)
Any company supplying individuals to do security work for reward, or supplying armoured car or security systems services, must hold a Security Company Licence issued by the Security and Guarding Services Industry Authority under the Security and Guarding Services Ordinance (Cap. 460). Licences are granted by type of security work: Type I (provision of security guarding services), Type II (armoured transportation services) and Type III (installation and maintenance of security systems). Applicants and their controllers must be fit and proper persons with adequate equipment and supervision arrangements.
- Processing time
- The Authority processes and determines the application within 28 days after the material date if no hearing is conducted; the material date falls within 60 days of application submission or on completion of police investigation, whichever is earlier
Official sourceVerified 2026-07-14
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.
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