No, the registration of the company name is restricted and cannot be changed at will. Here are some of the limitations:
- A company name that is the same as the name already existing in the Registrar of Companies in the Registrar’s Index of Company Names will not be allowed to be registered.
- The company name is the same as the name of a body corporate that has been legally incorporated or established and will also be refused registration.
- The Registrar will also refuse to register a company name if it is likely to constitute a criminal offence or is considered to be offensive or contrary to the public interest.
In addition, specific words or phrases, such as those set out in the Companies (Words Used in Company Names) Order, or company names that may give the impression that the company is associated with the Central People’s Government, the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region or their departments, require prior approval from the Registrar before registration.
If a company name is the same as the name of a company that has been changed as a result of the Registrar’s direction, the name will not be allowed to be registered unless the Registrar’s prior consent is obtained.
It is important to note that these restrictions are in accordance with the laws of Hong Kong and may change over time. Before registering your company name, you are advised to consult our professional advisors for the latest guidelines.
Companies Registry https://www.cr.gov.hk/tc/faq/local-company/company-name.htm
