Hong Kong Financial & Legal

Information on opening a bank account in Hong Kong - what documents to provide - the credit and debit cards, payment methods cheques and more.

UK and US consulates provide services for citizens in need, including replacement of lost or stolen passports and help and advice in difficult situations.

Real-time currency conversion between the world's currencies - here at AngloINFO.

This is the place to discuss and share useful information on local law, money, banking, mortgages, tax and finance issues.

Key financial data from the world's markets.

A guide to how the money markets works with information on various currency transfer options available if you need to exchange US Dollars, Pound Sterling, or any other currency to Euros - whether in a single transfer or on a regular basis.

Jargon guide to the various terms used in currency conversion market; the meaning of terms such as: Stop loss order, Rollover, Floating exchange rate. If you don't understand your bank or broker, perhaps the answer is here.

Information on residency requirements for foreigners moving to Hong Kong: Who needs what, where to go, how to make the application for a Hong Kong Identity Card and the documentation required.

How to set up a business in Hong Kong: details on a sole tradership, partnership, joint venture, corporate structure for a Limited Liability Company and the branch office; and the legal obligations to the Business Registration Office of the IRD.

Information on taxes in Hong Kong: general taxation on income, how it's calculated, when to pay tax, what exemptions there be and more.

Key information to understand the various types of will available in Hong Kong, and how to go about making one. Also an overview of the inheritance implications for a foreigner and their family resident in Hong Kong.