Self Employed Contract Template Hong Kong

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT

Document ID: TR-HK-CONS-2024
Effective Date: [//2026]

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

• Completion: This document is to be completed by the Hiring Entity and the Independent Contractor. All brackets must be filled with specific, verified details.
• Retention: In accordance with the Inland Revenue Ordinance (Cap. 112), both parties must retain a copy of this executed agreement for a minimum of 7 years for tax audit purposes.
• Attachments: Attach the formal Statement of Work (SOW), proof of Business Registration Certificate (if applicable), and any Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) as an addendum.

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1. PARTIES

This Agreement is entered into by and between:

Hiring Entity: []
Registered Office: []
Business Registration No: [________________]

Independent Contractor: []
HKID/Passport No: []
Residential/Business Address: [________________]

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2. SCOPE OF SERVICES

The Contractor agrees to provide the services described in the attached Schedule A. The Contractor shall perform these services as an independent entity and not as an employee of the Hiring Entity.

Service Period:
[ ] Fixed Term: From [//2026] to [//2026]
[ ] Ongoing/Retainer: Subject to [____] days notice of termination by either party.

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3. COMPENSATION AND PAYMENT

• Fee Structure: [ ] Hourly Rate: [] HKD | [ ] Project Fixed Fee: [] HKD
• Invoicing: Contractor shall submit invoices on a [ ] Monthly [ ] Milestone basis.
• Payment Terms: Net [____] days from receipt of a valid invoice.
• Mandatory Disclosure: Contractor acknowledges responsibility for all personal tax filings (Salaries Tax/Profits Tax) with the Inland Revenue Department.

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4. STATUS AND INDEPENDENCE

The Parties expressly agree that:

1. This Agreement does not create an employer-employee relationship under the Employment Ordinance (Cap. 57).
2. The Contractor is responsible for their own MPF contributions, if applicable, and insurance coverage.
3. The Contractor shall use their own equipment and tools unless otherwise agreed in writing.

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5. CONFIDENTIALITY AND IP

• Confidentiality: The Contractor shall not disclose any proprietary, technical, or business information obtained during the term of this engagement.
• Intellectual Property: All work product, inventions, or deliverables created during this engagement shall be deemed "work-for-hire" and the exclusive property of the Hiring Entity upon full payment.

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6. TERMINATION

Either party may terminate this Agreement:

1. With [____] days' written notice without cause.
2. Immediately upon a material breach by the other party.
3. Immediately upon the insolvency or bankruptcy of either party.

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7. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. Any disputes arising hereunder shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Hong Kong.

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8. EXECUTION

For and on behalf of the Hiring Entity:

Signature: __________________________
Printed Name: []
Title: []
Date: [//2026]

The Independent Contractor:

Signature: __________________________
Printed Name: [__________]
Date: [/__/2026]

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Disclaimer: This document is provided as a standardized framework. Consult qualified legal counsel for jurisdiction-specific statutory compliance.