Let Sino-Australia Accounting assist you in registering a non-profit charitable organization (NGO)
NON-PROFIT CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS (NGO) REGISTRATION
PROCESS OF OUR SERVICES
- We provide comprehensive assistance in applying for tax-exempt status as a non-governmental organization (NGO) under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance. Our services include:
- Drafting a Constitution: Creating a custom constitution that meets the specific requirements for tax exemption.
- Recording Activities: Helping maintain proper activity records that align with the charitable purposes outlined in your constitution.
- Managing the Application: Preparing and submitting the application to the Inland Revenue Department to secure official status as a tax-exempt NGO.
- Liaising with Authorities: Assisting with all communications, including responding to questions and formal letters from the Inland Revenue Department throughout the approval process.
- Important Considerations:Custom Constitution is Critical: The standard Article of Association templates (such as Sample D) provided by the Companies Registry are generally insufficient for a charitable group seeking tax exemption. The Inland Revenue Department requires a detailed custom constitution that specifically addresses the establishment purpose, limitations on company powers, financial governance, and other key provisions. Our team has extensive experience in drafting these regulatory documents and can provide professional advice.
- Ongoing Compliance: Once approved, companies must submit an Annual Audit Report with their yearly return. The associated costs for this audit must be included in the company's financial records.
- Applying to Omit "Limited" from the Company Name:
- Non-profit groups (e.g., associations, societies, guilds, industry groups, funds, churches, religious groups) can apply to omit the word "Limited" from their name. We can assist with this application, which typically takes about three months. Please note that if this name change application is submitted at the same time as the company's initial incorporation, the overall process may extend beyond 12 months.
