As an international trading and financial centre, Hong Kong double taxation agreements (‘DTAs’) with its trading partners are essential to provide investors certainty in respect of taxing rights and incentives for carrying on business in Hong Kong. The DTA network also stimulates the development of a mutual economy, prevents discrimination and double taxation. Apart from […]
Many people assume that the services of a tax advisor are only for the rich or that you just don’t need one. But most of the time, you would be better off when using a tax consultant or advisor. The tax system in Hong Kong is simple but not straightforward. It can be challenging to […]
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (“OECD”) has developed a raft of action plans in order to counter Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (“BEPS”). According to OECD, BEPS refers to tax planning strategies that exploit gaps and mismatches in tax rules to make profits “disappear” for tax purposes or to shift profits to locations […]
One should carefully evaluate the tax implications in both of your home country and the retiring country before making any decision.