Osome and Air Corporate are two of the most widely used company formation and compliance services for Hong Kong. Both handle incorporation, company secretarial work, and accounting. The differences are in price, scope, and who each service suits best.
This comparison covers the full cost picture, service differences, and the situations where each provider is the better choice.
Highlights of this article
- Air Corporate's all-inclusive incorporation starts at USD 1,070. Osome's equivalent package starts higher and charges separately for most add-ons.
- Both services are fully remote and handle non-resident founders. Neither requires you to visit Hong Kong.
- Air Corporate includes 12 months of company secretarial service in the base price. Osome charges company secretary services separately.
- Osome has stronger accounting and bookkeeping software for businesses that want ongoing digital accounting. Air Corporate focuses on compliance-first incorporation with clean handoffs to accounting.
- For straightforward incorporation with the lowest all-in year-1 cost, Air Corporate is the better choice. For businesses wanting integrated software-led accounting from day one, Osome's platform has advantages.
Price comparison
Year 1 total cost (incorporation + company secretary + registered address)
| Item | Air Corporate | Osome |
|---|---|---|
| Incorporation (incl. government fees) | USD 1,070 (All-Inclusive) | Varies; starts higher |
| 12-month company secretary | Included | Charged separately |
| Registered address (12 months) | Included | Charged separately |
| Bank account opening support | Included | Not included in base |
| Government fees (HKD 3,895) | Included | Included |
| Estimated year 1 total | From USD 1,070 | Higher when add-ons are included |
Annual renewal cost (company secretary + registered address + BRC)
| Provider | Annual renewal |
|---|---|
| Air Corporate | USD 955/year (all-in: company secretary + registered address + BRC renewal) |
| Osome | Charged per service; typically higher when itemised |
Accounting and audit
Both providers offer accounting and audit as separate services. Air Corporate's accounting packages start from USD 580/year. Osome offers tiered accounting plans with a proprietary bookkeeping software platform.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Air Corporate | Osome |
|---|---|---|
| Incorporation (Hong Kong) | Yes | Yes |
| Government fees included | Yes | Yes |
| 12-month company secretary (year 1) | Yes | Charged separately |
| Registered address (year 1) | Yes | Charged separately |
| Bank account opening support | Yes (95%+ success) | Yes |
| Accounting and bookkeeping | Available (USD 580+/year) | Available (proprietary software) |
| Annual audit | Available | Available |
| Dedicated account manager | All-Inclusive and Expert plans | Available on higher tiers |
| TCSP licence | Yes (TC008778) | Yes |
| Non-resident founders | Yes (fully remote) | Yes (fully remote) |
| Certificate of Incumbency | Expert plan | Available |
| Tax consultation | Expert plan | Available |
Which service is better for your situation?
Choose Air Corporate if:
- You want the lowest all-in year-1 cost for incorporation with company secretary included
- You are a foreign founder setting up remotely and want a straightforward, fixed-price package
- You want bank account opening support included in the base price
- You want a TCSP-licensed provider handling all compliance from incorporation
- You plan to handle your own accounting or use a separate accountant
Choose Osome if:
- You want integrated accounting software built into the platform from day one
- Your business has complex ongoing bookkeeping needs that benefit from a proprietary digital system
- You are comfortable paying for company secretary and registered address as separate line items
- You want a software-first experience with dashboards for financial reporting
Common questions
Does Air Corporate include government fees?
Yes. The USD 1,070 All-Inclusive price covers the HKD 3,895 in government fees (Companies Registry incorporation fee + Business Registration Certificate). You pay one price.
Does Osome include government fees?
Yes. Government fees are included in Osome's incorporation price, but the overall package structure differs from Air Corporate. Compare total year-1 costs including company secretary and registered address when evaluating.
Can I switch from Osome to Air Corporate (or vice versa)?
Yes. Switching company secretaries is a standard compliance process: the outgoing secretary files a termination notice and the new secretary files an appointment notice with the Companies Registry. Air Corporate handles the transfer process on your behalf. The typical transition takes 1 to 2 weeks.
Is Air Corporate suitable for complex structures (e.g., BVI holding companies)?
Yes. Air Corporate handles multi-jurisdictional structures including BVI and Cayman Islands holding companies with Hong Kong operating subsidiaries. The Expert package (USD 1,405) includes more complex structure support.
Air Corporate is a TCSP-licensed provider (TC008778) offering Hong Kong incorporation from USD 1,070. Government fees, 12-month company secretary, registered address, and bank account opening support all included. Get started
