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Remote work
in Hong Kong.

SALARY PAYMENT IN Hong Kong Dollars (HKD, $)

CONTRACT LANGUAGES Chinese / English

PAYROLL TAX 5% + 1,500 HKD

PAYROLL CYCLE Monthly

TIME TO HIRE 24 hours

Remote work in Hong Kong – Overview

Employers in Hong Kong believe that hybrid work (working both remotely and in the office) is viable for the future. 81% of employers have plans to make it a permanent option for their employees. 93% of employees also support this move, with 72% suggesting it as their preferred way of working. For many, the availability of remote/hybrid work options is also considered a crucial aspect when evaluating future employment possibilities.

Remote work in Hong Kong – Laws & Regulations

Foreign businesses outside of Hong Kong that are hiring Hong Kong workers to work for them remotely must ensure that the terms of employment are in accordance with the Employment Ordinance.

It is not possible for non-Hong Kong nationals to work from Hong Kong remotely without an appropriate work visa. As work visas require sponsorship from a Hong Kong entity, it isn’t possible to obtain the correct visa in this scenario without the employer opening a Hong Kong branch or subsidiary.

Hiring in Hong Kong, Made Easy

Your business can easily hire employees in Hong Kong without opening a local entity. We handle local employment law, complex tax regulations, and international payroll in 180+ countries worldwide. All you need to do is focus on your business.

FAQs

Yes, Hong Kong is a good country for remote work if you want to employ Hong Kong nationals. The government is supportive of remote work and has plans to make it a permanent option for employees. Additionally, employers and employees both largely support the idea of working remotely or hybrid work arrangements.

There are several options for hiring remote workers in Hong Kong:

  • Open a subsidiary or a branch office
  • Hire contractors/freelancers
  • Use an EOR like Horizons (this is the fastest, safest, and most affordable option)
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