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Hong Kong Standard Industrial Classification (HSIC) codes are used to indicate your company’s major business activities. Every Hong Kong company must choose an HSIC code, which the Census and Statistics Department will use in the compilation, analysis and dissemination of industry statistics. Use our free search to find the code that best describes your business activities.
- 642000
Investment and holding companies
- 702100
Public relation services
- 620200
Information technology consultancy activities and computer facilities management activities
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- Certificate of Incorporation (CI)
- Articles of Association
- Business Registration Certificate (BRC) for 1 year
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- Neobank account opening assistance
- Corporate Secretary
- Personal Corporate Secretary On‑demand support via live chat
- Annual General Meeting papers
- Annual Returns Filing (NAR1)
- Automated reminders of filing deadlines
- Online shares distribution management and capital table
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Most common HSIC code categories
Financial servicesInvestment banking activities
Activities of insurance agents and brokers
Trusts, funds and similar financial entities
Travel agency activities
Other reservation service and tourist-related activities
Guesthouses, boarding houses and other short term accommodation activities
Export trading of cotton, textile fibre and yarn
Export trading of rice
Air transport services n.e.c.
Accounting and auditing services
Architectural design services
Research and development on natural sciences and engineering
FAQ
What is Hong Kong Standard Industrial Classification Code?
The Hong Kong Standard Industrial Classification (HSIC) code is a system used to classify economic activities in Hong Kong. It categorises businesses based on their primary activities, facilitating data collection, analysis, and reporting for statistical and regulatory purposes.
What is the standard industrial code?
The standard industrial code in Hong Kong refers to the Hong Kong Standard Industrial Classification (HSIC) code. This classification system categorises economic activities and industries in Hong Kong based on their primary functions and operations. It helps facilitate data collection, analysis, and reporting for various purposes, including statistical analysis, regulatory compliance, and business planning.
What is CSD Hong Kong?
In Hong Kong, CSD stands for Central Securities Depository. The Central Securities Depository (CSD) is a financial institution responsible for the safekeeping and administration of electronic form securities such as stocks, bonds, and other financial instruments. It facilitates the settlement of trades by holding securities in electronic accounts on behalf of investors and ensuring the smooth transfer of ownership during transactions. The CSD plays a crucial role in the functioning of the securities market by providing a secure and efficient infrastructure for the trading and settlement of securities.
Where to find a full HSIC codes list?
You can find a complete list of HSIC (Hong Kong Standard Industrial Classification) codes on the website of the Census and Statistics Department (CSD) of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government. The CSD provides comprehensive information about economic activities and industries in Hong Kong, including detailed classifications according to the HSIC system.
Also, you can download the complete HSIC code list as a PDF on our webpage above.
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