What is CR e-Services?
CR e-Services is the abbreviation for the electronic services of the Companies Registry’s revamped Integrated Companies Registry Information System launched on December 27, 2023. It is an e-services website providing Companies Registry services 24/7.
ICRIS CR e-Services consolidates the former Companies Registry Online Public Search Service and the e-Registry electronic company formation service under the single name “CR e-Services.”
At the same time, Cyber Search Centre accounts and e-Registry user accounts have been merged into “CR e-Services” accounts.
Benefits of Companies Registry e-Services
The Companies Registry e-Services portal integrates all Companies Registry services into a single website. Users only need one CR e-Services login account to access all one-stop services.
Previously, different CR services were hosted on separate websites, requiring users to register a username and password for each service and navigate between different sites.
Features of Companies Registry ICRIS e-Services
After the Companies Registry fully revamped the Integrated Companies Registry Information System (ICRIS) and merged the e-Registry and Cyber Search Centre into the e-Services Portal, users can access the following services simply by logging into their e-Services account:
- Hong Kong Company Formation
- Submission of Companies Registry Documents
- Company Search
- Company name search
- Access to Withheld Information / Protected Information
- e-Monitor
- e-Reminder for Annual Returns
Source: Companies Registry
CR e-Services User Registration Guide Process:
Step 1: Log in to the CR e-Services Portal
Step 2: Confirm Terms of Service
Review the Terms and Conditions for user registration, enter the verification code, accept the terms and conditions, and then click “Accept.”
Step 3: Select Account Type
Step 4: Fill in CR e-Services User Information
Enter your name in Chinese and English, address, email address, and contact number (fax number is optional). Any notifications from the Companies Registry will be sent via email, so please provide a frequently used email address. Finally, select your preferred language for communication.
If the e-Services user has an “iAM Smart” account, they can authorize the Companies Registry to use “iAM Smart” data to avoid manual entry.
Step 5: Verify User Identity
Step 5: Enter ID number and select an identity verification method (choose one of the following):
(b) Attach a certified copy of your identity document, which must be certified by a professional:
- Notary Public
- Solicitor (Lawyer)
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Registered Company Secretary
- An officer of the court authorized to certify documents
(c) Visit the Companies Registry in Admiralty in person for identity verification
Step 6: Verify Account Information
Step 7: Confirm Completion of Application
The Companies Registry confirms receipt of the e-Services account registration application.
Step 8: Successful e-Services Account Registration
After approval, the Companies Registry will send an email confirming the successful registration of the e-Services user. The user must visit the designated Companies Registry webpage to activate the account within the specified time limit. Once activated, the user can log in to the CR e-Services portal to use the services.
Summary:
The above are the steps for the Companies Registry “CR e-Services” user registration guide. We hope this helps you understand what “ICRIS CR e-Services” is and its benefits. By applying for a “CR e-Services” account, you can access the Companies Registry’s electronic services and leverage technology to save time and money.
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