As doing business online in China has matured, it has become more acceptable not to have a physical office within the same country as your customers.
By establishing a virtual online presence, you are instantly ready for business, bypassing timely processes involved in opening a local office.
A Virtual presence should be considered when initially entering and analyzing your new target market.
Ecommerce companies established in Hong Kong with a virtual presences in other Asian countries such as Mainland China, Japan and Singapore maybe be eligible for Hong Kong’s profits tax exemption to offshore funds provided that they meet the specific conditions.
Remember to ensure you register all trademarks and patents and are trading legally to avoid issues which could restrict future growth plans.