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First Steps in Hong Kong

Our team offers one-stop services to help you set up your business in Hong Kong and establish your footprint in the market.

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For German companies venturing into China and vice versa, successful market entry depends on the ability to overcome numerous challenges; from administrative hurdles to language barriers to differences in business culture.

 

As your trusted partner with decades of experience, extensive market knowledge and intercultural expertise, GIC helps you develop tailored solutions to support your short-term goals or long-term strategy.

Market Research and Analysis

We provide comprehensive research reports on market structures, stakeholders, customer target groups, competitors and business potentials in Hong Kong, Macao, Mainland China or Germany.

Sourcing and Sales Support

Are you looking for new distributors or suppliers in Hong Kong? We connect you with professional and trustworthy business partners, carefully selected based on your individual criteria – be it manufacturers, suppliers, sales partners, and/or industrial customers.

Establishing a Presence in Hong Kong

Whether it be a virtual office, a physical representative office, or an "office-in-office" solution – we help you establish your presence in Hong Kong on cost-efficient and transparent terms. Our services include:

  • Planning, set-up, and/or management of your office
  • Company registration, corporate bank account opening, and work visa applications
  • Provision of staff and/or recruitment of new employees

Individual Projects and Ad Hoc Solutions

Providing standardised services is rather the exception than the rule for us. Our team specialises in the cost-efficient and timely development of tailored solutions for any enquiry you may have or challenge you may be facing. There is virtually no question that cannot be answered in Hong Kong – and asking does not cost you anything.

As a member of the global network of German Chambers of Commerce Abroad (Auslandshandelskammern; AHK) with decades of experience and expertise in the local market, GIC is the on-site partner for all your business needs. Reach out to our experts today!

  • Partnering with GIC for our business development in Hong Kong was one of the best decisions we made as a company. In 2010, we participated in a construction industry delegation organised by GIC and we were impressed by their professionalism and expertise in the region. After the successful collaboration, we decided to set up our subsidiary with GIC in 2011. It was a seamless process, and their team was highly supportive and attentive to our needs. Since then, our business has grown exponentially, and we now have a team of 10 professionals working out of our offices in Hong Kong and Shanghai.
    Clemens Seipelt, Managing Director APAC, Lichtvision Design
    Clemens Seipelt Managing Director APAC
    Lichtvision Design

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Business Delegations

We regularly organise delegation trips to Hong Kong, specifically to help German start-ups and SMEs develop new business opportunities.

Factsheets

Factsheets

Our factsheets provide information on tax regulations in Hong Kong and Mainland China as well as tips on fraud prevention measures that may help protect your business.

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Trade Fairs

GIC provides comprehensive trade fair services including exhibitor and visitor acquisition, promotion, and PR support for leading trade shows in Germany and Hong Kong.

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Flexible Coworking and Office Solutions

GermanHub™ supports your market entry and expansion with tailored workspace solutions at the heart of the German business community in Hong Kong.

JobServices

Jobs and Recruitment

GIC supports companies of all sizes and individuals of all experiences with their staffing and development needs.

Econet

Econet

Econet is an initiative by AHK Greater China to promote German know-how, green technology and service solutions in the field of environmental protection and sustainability in the Hong Kong and Mainland markets.

VAT Refund for Hong Kong Companies

VAT Refund

The value-added tax (VAT) is an indirect tax levied on every purchase of goods or services at a standard rate of 19% or a reduced rate of 7% (e.g., hotel accommodation or printed matter). Companies with a physical office address in Hong Kong may be eligible for a VAT refund on certain expenses paid in Germany.