Can a client have a Hong Kong entity and still use Horizons to employ an employee in Hong Kong?

Yes, a client can have a registered entity in Hong Kong and still use Horizons' services to employ an employee in Hong Kong. However, there are important restrictions on how the contractual relationship is structured.


Key Requirement

While the client may operate a Hong Kong entity, Horizons does not enter into contracts with entities registered in Hong Kong. To engage Horizons:

  • The client must have a non-Hong Kong entity (based outside of Hong Kong).

  • This foreign entity will be the one to sign the Proposal and Terms & Conditions with Horizons.


Why This Matters

This structure ensures compliance with local labor laws and aligns with Horizons’ operational model in Hong Kong. Contracting with a Hong Kong entity could create legal, regulatory, or administrative issues, including how employment and liability are handled.


What This Means in Practice

  • The client’s Hong Kong entity can exist and continue to operate independently.

  • However, for the purposes of using Horizons as an Employer of Record (EOR) in Hong Kong, all agreements must be signed by a non-Hong Kong group entity.

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