Hong Kong is renowned for being an easy place to set up a business. In under a week, and for few hundred Canadian dollars, your company can be up and running. Importantly, the same rules apply to local and overseas companies

There are only 2 simple steps for setting up a company in Hong Kong, (1) incorporate your company at the Companies Registry, and (2) register your company with the Inland Revenue Department

Here are their websites: 

• Companies Registry
• Inland Revenue Department

For more information on starting your business in Hong Kong:

• Opening a bank account
• Choosing business premises
• Import and export duties, licenses and tariffs
• Intellectual property issues
• Protecting your legal position
• Understanding your tax status
• Visa and employment issues
• Lifestyle
• Research and development
• Business registration

The simplest way is to seek help from Invest Hong Kong.