Hong Kong: IRD adjusts interest on tax reserve certificates
The Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department (IRD) announced, on 24 December 2025, that starting from 5 January 2026, the new annual rate of interest payable on Tax Reserve Certificates will be 0.2417% against the current rate of 0.2583%, i.e. the new
See MoreHong Kong, Norway sign income tax treaty
Hong Kong’s Inland Revenue Department announced, on 16 December 2025, that Hong Kong and Norway had signed a comprehensive income tax treaty aimed at preventing double taxation and promoting cross-border investment. Under the agreement, the
See MoreHong Kong: IRD consults CARF adoption, CRS rules update
Hong Kong’s Inland Revenue Department (HKIRD) has launched a public consultation on 9 December 2025 on the implementation of the Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) and amendments in relation to the Common Reporting Standard (CRS) promulgated
See MoreHong Kong: IRD revises eligible debt instruments for tax concessions
The Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department (IRD) released the updated lists of Qualifying Debt Instruments (QDIs) at the end of 30 September 2025, on 8 December 2025. The lists include: Qualifying Debt Instruments issued before 1 April 2018
See MoreRwanda: Cabinet approves tax treaty with Hong Kong
Rwanda’s Cabinet has approved the ratification of the income tax treaty with Hong Kong on 28 November 2025. The treaty, signed on 9 October 2025, marks the first agreement of its kind between the two jurisdictions. The agreement aims to
See MoreHong Kong: IRD extends 2024/25 tax return filing deadline for year-ends January–March 2025
To assist businesses and practitioners with recent operational demands, through Circular Letter to Tax Representatives on the Block Extension Scheme for Lodgement of 2024/25 Tax Returns on 21 November 2025, the Inland Revenue Department (IRD)
See MoreHong Kong: IRD mandates digital residency certificate for tax benefits under mainland China agreement
The Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced that, effective 10 November 2025, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region will issue digital Certificates of Resident Status in place of paper certificates for tax benefits under the
See MoreHong Kong: IRD issues updated guidance on Pillar 2 e-filing requirements for in-scope group members
This update is particularly significant for Hong Kong's minimum tax framework, as mandatory e-filing will apply to years of assessment starting on or after 1 April 2025. Hong Kong’s Inland Revenue Department has released updated guidelines on
See MoreHong Kong, Rwanda sign income tax treaty
The agreement aims to prevent double taxation and foster economic cooperation between the two jurisdictions. Hong Kong and Rwanda signed an income tax treaty on 9 October 2025. The agreement aims to prevent double taxation and foster economic
See MoreHong Kong: IRD lowers interest on tax reserve certificates
The new rate will apply to all tax reserve certificates purchased on or after 6 October 2025. The Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department (IRD) announced on 3 October 2025 that starting from 6 October 2025, the new annual rate of interest payable
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Hong Kong: IRD extends filing deadline for 2024-25 profits tax returns
IRD extended the 2024/25 Profits Tax return filing deadline for ‘M’ code cases. The Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced on 2 October 2025 an extension for the lodgement of 2024/25 Profits Tax returns under the Block
See MoreHong Kong: IRD updates guidance on global minimum and top-up taxes
IRD updated rules on global minimum and top-up taxes, introducing the Pillar 2 Portal and new group registration requirements. Hong Kong’s Inland Revenue Department released an updated guidance on the global minimum tax and Hong Kong’s
See MoreHong Kong: Chief Executive delivers 2025 policy address, includes tax incentives for strategic industries, and digital investments
The Hong Kong government plans to introduce legislative changes in early 2026 to enhance preferential tax regimes and attract more funds, family offices, and carried interest, reinforcing its role as a global financial hub. Hong Kong’s Chief
See MoreHong Kong: HKMA cuts interest rate to 4.50%
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) cut its base rate by 25 basis points to 4.50%, following the US Federal Reserve’s move. Hong Kong's central bank, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), has reduced its base interest rate by 25 basis
See MoreHong Kong: Government introduces regulatory framework for basketball betting
The new basketball betting legislation is based on the existing system for football betting and takes effect upon publication in the official gazette. The Hong Kong SAR (HKSAR) government enacted the Betting Duty (Amendment) Bill 2025 on 11
See MoreHong Kong, Jordan sign income tax treaty
The agreement addresses taxation matters between Hong Kong and Jordan, specifically covering Hong Kong's profits tax, salaries tax, and property tax, as well as Jordan's income tax. Hong Kong’s Inland Revenue Department announced, on 4
See MoreHong Kong: IRD revises eligible debt instruments list for profits tax relief
The QDIs listed are mainly composed of debt instruments issued by governments and financial institutions within the Asia-Pacific region, along with a limited number from other issuers. The Hong Kong Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has released
See MoreHong Kong, Cameroon reschedule first round of tax treaty negotiations
The first round of tax treaty negotiations will now take place from 18–22 August 2025. Hong Kong and Cameroon have rescheduled dates for the first round of negotiations for an income tax treaty. Negotiations will now be held from 18 to 22
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