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15 Hong Kong Business Expense Deductions You Can Claim in 2026

15 Hong Kong Business Expense Deductions You Can Claim in 2026

Maximize your tax savings by understanding which business expenses are deductible in Hong Kong. Complete guide to allowable deductions for freelancers and SMEs.

March 25, 2026
8 min read
Hong Kong Profits Tax Guide for Freelancers and Small Businesses 2026

Hong Kong Profits Tax Guide for Freelancers and Small Businesses 2026

Hong Kong's 15-16.5% Profits Tax rate is competitive, but only if you know what to deduct. This guide covers filing, deductions, MPF, and real examples for freelancers and SMEs.

Tax Filing Guide
March 19, 2026
6 min read
Best Accounting Software for Hong Kong Freelancers 2026: Xero vs QuickBooks vs Zoho Books

Best Accounting Software for Hong Kong Freelancers 2026: Xero vs QuickBooks vs Zoho Books

Which cloud accounting tool is right for Hong Kong freelancers and SMEs in 2026? A side-by-side comparison of Xero, QuickBooks Online, and Zoho Books on HKD bank feeds, multi-currency, Profits Tax reporting, and price — plus how to pair your ledger with a receipt scanner for BIR60 season.

March 12, 2026
7 min read
No GST in Hong Kong: What This Means for Your Freelance Business

No GST in Hong Kong: What This Means for Your Freelance Business

Hong Kong is one of the few major economies with no GST or VAT. Learn how this tax-free advantage affects freelancers and small business owners — and how to make the most of it.

March 8, 2026
9 min read
Hong Kong 2025/26 Tax Rebate: How Freelancers and SMEs Benefit from the 100% Reduction

Hong Kong 2025/26 Tax Rebate: How Freelancers and SMEs Benefit from the 100% Reduction

The Financial Secretary's Budget included a one-off profits tax reduction for 2024/25. Here's what Hong Kong freelancers and small businesses need to know about claiming the rebate on their upcoming 2025/26 BIR60 or profits tax return.

February 27, 2026
6 min read
MPF Contributions for Self-Employed: Hong Kong 2026 Guide

MPF Contributions for Self-Employed: Hong Kong 2026 Guide

Complete guide to Mandatory Provident Fund contributions for freelancers and self-employed persons in Hong Kong. Learn contribution rates, thresholds, and tax deductions.

Tax Filing Guide
February 12, 2026
4 min read
Sole Proprietor Registration in Hong Kong: Costs, Process & Requirements (2026)

Sole Proprietor Registration in Hong Kong: Costs, Process & Requirements (2026)

Everything you need to know about registering as a sole proprietor in Hong Kong — from Form 1(a) and BRC fees to tax obligations and record keeping requirements.

Tax Filing Guide
January 22, 2026
8 min read
Hong Kong Tax Deadlines Calendar 2026-27: Don't Miss Critical Dates

Hong Kong Tax Deadlines Calendar 2026-27: Don't Miss Critical Dates

Complete 2026-27 Hong Kong tax calendar: BIR60 filing deadlines, profits tax payment dates, business registration renewal, and MPF contribution deadlines.

January 15, 2026
9 min read
Year-Round Tax Planning for Hong Kong Freelancers: Maximize Your Deductions Before March 31

Year-Round Tax Planning for Hong Kong Freelancers: Maximize Your Deductions Before March 31

Most Hong Kong freelancers only think about taxes when the BIR60 arrives in May—by which point the best planning opportunities have passed. This guide shows you how to build year-round habits that legally reduce your profits tax bill.

January 8, 2026
8 min read