990000Activities of extraterritorial organisations and bodies
享有治外法權的組織及團體活動
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 encompasses the operations of foreign embassies, consulates, and other diplomatic missions, as well as local offices of international organizations such as the United Nations. It also includes the functions of extraterritorial bodies that are not classified elsewhere, such as the issuance of travel visas for foreign governments.
This classification includes
- foreign embassies
- issue of travel visa for foreign government
- local offices of the United Nations
- international and extraterritorial bodies n.e.c.
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
HighProfits from extraterritorial organisations can qualify for offshore treatment as their activities are typically conducted outside of Hong Kong. Contracts are usually negotiated and concluded in the foreign jurisdiction where the organisation operates.
Business registration wording
Suggested business nature for this activity
English
EXTRATERRITORIAL ORGANISATIONS AND BODIES ACTIVITIES
52/60 characters
Chinese 中文
享有治外法權的組織及團體活動
14/30 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 this activity?
Generally, no specific license is required for extraterritorial organisations operating in Hong Kong.
How is tax applied to these activities?
If the activities are conducted entirely outside Hong Kong, they may qualify for offshore tax treatment.
What are the operational requirements?
You should maintain proper records and ensure compliance with any relevant regulations in the jurisdictions where you operate.
Incorporate in Hong Kong
Starting a activities of extraterritorial organisations and bodies 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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