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Hong Kong's tax system is reputable for its simplicity, transparency, and low cost, coupled with the free flow of funds and legitimate legal system etc. Hong Kong attracts many foreigners to do business in Hong Kong. This article briefly describes the features, advantages and problems of Hong Kong's tax system.
Introduction of Hong Kong Tax System Hong Kong's tax system is divided into direct tax and indirect tax. Direct taxes are levied directly on taxpayers, while indirect taxes are levied on services or goods.
There are three direct taxes in Hong Kong: profits tax, salaries tax and stamp duty. Indirect taxes include stamp duty, gambling tax, rates, business registration fees, and automobile first registration tax.
In terms of taxation, profits tax is the largest source of revenue for the Hong Kong government, accounting for approximately 23% of the overall revenue, followed by stamp duty (13%) and salaries tax (10.5%).
Advantages of Hong Kong Tax System Companies and individuals enjoy a simple, transparent and low tax regime in Hong Kong. The profits tax rate for the first 2 million Hong Kong dollars (US$255,000) is only 8.25%, and subsequent profits are taxed at the standard of 16.5%. The following taxes are all exempt in Hong Kong:
Hong Kong taxation issues If you rely too much on one single income, the company's finances are prone to crisis when that business income is unstable. There is a saying that the tax system in Hong Kong is too narrow on tax base. According to past data, the tax revenue is very unstable. Voices to reform tax system to broaden income base are regularly heard.
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