Hong Kong SAR
Hong Kong SAR is measured on 2 of the 4 factors. No published figure exists for tax or safety, so it is not ranked: an average over some of the factors is a different quantity from an average over all of them, and comparing the two would reward the gap. The figures below are published as they stand.
How Hong Kong SAR performs
Tax
Data not available for this country.
Source: Heritage Foundation, Index of Economic Freedom (Tax Burden sub-score)
Safety
Data not available for this country.
Source: Institute for Economics and Peace, Global Peace Index
Cost of Living
Expensive. Hong Kong SAR is one of the most expensive places to live in the index, 113th of 118. Plan for high everyday costs.
Source: Numbeo Cost of Living Index
Education
Excellent education. Hong Kong SAR has one of the strongest education and knowledge systems in the index, 20th of 120. A strong choice for families and for study.
Source: UNDP & MBRF, Global Knowledge Index
Every figure is published by the institution named against it. We do not adjust, model or estimate the underlying values. See the formulas.
The detail behind the scores
Taxation
| Corporate income tax | 8.25 - 16.50% Applicable tax rate varies based on the structure of the business and the amount of income earned |
|---|---|
| Personal income tax | 2 - 17% Applicable tax rate varies based on the amount of income |
| Standard VAT | 0% |
Rates change without notice. Confirm with the relevant tax authority before acting.
Naturalization Requirements and Immigration Pathway
- Residence for naturalization
- 7 years
- Language requirement
- No
- Investment Immigration Pathway
- Hong Kong Investment Visa
- Official languages
- Cantonese Chinese, Mandarin Chinese, and English
1 immigration pathway
Program terms change. Always confirm the current rules with the issuing authority before acting. This page is informational and is not legal or tax advice.
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