Updating your company registration address involves legal procedures and must be reported to Hong Kong’s Business Registration Office to avoid legal risks and missed government correspondence. This NOVA guide explains the complete process for changing your business registration address in Hong Kong, along with essential considerations for a smooth transition.
Purpose of a Company Registration Address
Your company registration address serves as the official business address for all legal entities (limited/unlimited companies). Registered with both the Companies Registry (for limited companies) and Business Registration Office, it must be a physical Hong Kong location (PO boxes are invalid). This address receives government correspondence like:
- Annual tax returns
- Business registration renewal notices
- Legal documents
3 Key Requirements for Company Addresses
Under Hong Kong law, all registered addresses (headquarters/branches) must:
- Be a physical street address (no PO boxes)
- Maintain reliable mail reception
- Be located within Hong Kong
Process for Changing Business Registration Address of a Limited Company
For limited companies, if you wish to change the address of your head office, you must notify both the Business Registration Office and the Companies Registry:
- Complete the “Notification of Change of Business Address Form (IRC 311A)” and submit it by mail or in person to the Business Registration Office at:
Business Registration Office Address:
2/F, Revenue Tower, 5 Concord Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong - Complete the “Notification of Change of Registered Office Address (NR1)” and submit it by mail or in person to the Companies Registry at:
Companies Registry Address:
14/F, High Block, Queensway Government Offices, 66 Queensway, Hong Kong
If you only need to change the branch business address, you only need to submit the IRC 311A form and do not need to submit the NR1 form.
Process for Changing Business Registration Address of an Unlimited Company
For unlimited companies, if you wish to change the address of your head office, you must complete the following procedures:
- Within 15 days after changing the registered office address, complete the “Notification of Change of Registered Office Address (NR1)” and submit it by mail or in person to the Companies Registry at:
Companies Registry Address:
14/F, High Block, Queensway Government Offices, 66 Queensway, Hong Kong - Within one month after changing the business address, complete the “Notification of Change of Business Address Form (IRC 311A)” and submit it by mail or in person to the Business Registration Office at:
Business Registration Office Address:
2/F, Revenue Tower, 5 Concord Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong
If you only need to change the branch business address, you only need to submit the IRC 311A form and do not need to submit the NR1 form.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use a residential address for company registration?
Yes. Many entrepreneurs initially use residential addresses for company registration to avoid office rental costs. However, please note that such address information will be publicly visible in registry searches. Using a residential address may potentially expose you to personal privacy risks.
Can I use a residential address for company registration?
Failure to submit the change of business registration address notification within the stipulated timeframe may result in a fine of HK$5,000 and potential imprisonment for up to 1 year.
