A commitment to provide tax service
promptly, appropriately,
and harmoniously
LY CPA Firm is a Taiwan-based CPA practice specializing in international and domestic tax advisory services.
We advise foreign companies, cross-border investors, and individuals on tax compliance, cross-border transactions, tax incentives, and regulatory considerations related to operating or investing in Taiwan.
Why Choose LY
Have you ever encountered tax issues but were unsure how to address them?
Our professionals have advised clients on cross-border tax planning and transaction analysis, withholding tax issues, tax treaty and relevant tax incentive advisory, and regulatory compliance matters in Taiwan.
Are you looking for ways to optimize your Taiwanese tax burdens on received payments?
Are you considering investing in or starting a business in Taiwan, but need expert guidance on the ideal business structure, tax incentives, or regulatory processes?
Are you looking to acquire a company in Taiwan? Interested in Tax DD, tax structuring and advisory?
Are you planning to work in Taiwan, reside as a Digital Nomad, or visit for short-term artistic performances, but unsure of your potential tax obligations?
Do you own or plan to invest in Taiwan—whether in stocks, real estate, virtual currencies, or art—and need clarity on the tax implications of sales, gifting, or inheritance?
Unsure how to handle a tax investigation or looking to dispute resolution from Taiwan’s tax authorities?
Services
Our service
Our firm is dedicated to providing prompt, tailored, and comprehensive tax consulting services to help clients effectively address tax-related issues. Our services cover international tax advisory, domestic tax compliance, tax incentive feasibility analysis, business registration support, tax risk assessment, and advisory services for multinational companies, digital nomads and foreign professionals.
01.
Domestic/International Tax Consulting and Filing Services
We provide consultation and planning services for individuals and businesses on international and domestic tax matters, including but not limited to:
- Tax implications for cross-border transactions;
- Tax consulting for corporate M&A;
- Tax health check services and Tax due diligence(“Tax DD”) service;
- Income tax consultation for personal virtual currency transactions, financial instruments, and real estate investments;
- Estate and gift tax consultation and filing;
- Consultation on tax investigations and controversy relief.
02.
Tax Incentive Applications
We assist domestic and foreign companies in applying for tax incentives and refund, including but not limited to:
- Tax treaties; Article 25 of the Income Tax Act;
- Article 15-1 of Taiwan-sourced income guideline;
- Article 8 or Article 4 of the Income Tax Act;
- Review of cross-border contracts;
- Tax incentives under the Industrial Innovation Act.
03.
Business Registration and Capital Verification Services
We provide assistance with various business registration services, including but not limited to:
- Establishing companies; Tax registration (VAT registration);
- Special license applications;
- CPA-certified capital verification;
- Business modification registration.
TEAM MEMBER
Our Team
-
Lyon Chung
鍾振東
Managing Partner
Experience:
► Managing Partner, LY CPA firm
► Before setting up LY CPA firm, Lyon has served in EY Taiwan as a tax director of International Tax and Transaction Service and in other Big 4 as tax consultant. The focused areas are on international/domestic corporate and individual tax consulting, tax structuring and M&A advisory, transfer pricing consulting, tax certification as well as tax controversy mitigation for a total of 13 years.
Education:
► Bachelor of Accounting, National Chengchi University
► Master of Institute Business & Management , National Chiao Tung University
Qualifications & Membership
► Certified Public Accountant of Taiwan► American Institute of Certified Public Accountant
-
Molly Huang
黃靖期
Manager
Experience:
► Manager, LY CPA firm
► Before setting up LY CPA firm, Molly has served in EY Taiwan as a tax manager of International Tax and Transaction Service. The focused areas are mainly on international/domestic corporate and individual tax consulting, tax structuring and M&A advisory, tax due diligence service, Taiwan tax incentive application service, as well as PE issue consultation for around 7 years.
Education:
► Bachelor of Accounting, National Taiwan University
Qualifications & Membership
► Certified Public Accountant of Taiwan► American Institute of Certified Public Accountant
Credential
Credential
Our team has years of experience providing international tax consulting services and is highly capable of assisting clients in efficiently resolving various tax matters.
Successfully applied for tax treaty exemptions on business profits and receive tax refund
Successfully applied for refund of overpaid VAT due to the purchase of fixed assets.
Successfully applied for the application of Article 10-1 of the Industrial Innovation Act and receive tax credit
Successfully assisted in applying for the application of Article 25 of the Income Tax Act and receive refund
Successfully assisted in applying for the application of Article 15-1 of the Taiwan-sourced income guideline and receive refund
We have assisted in conducting comprehensive tax DD and tax structuring on the target Taiwan company.
Assisted numerous clients, assisting them in handling various tax-related issues and filing various tax returns
Assisted numerous clients in setting up Taiwanese company or Company Modification Registration
Successfully assisted with M&A transaction support of Buyout of Taiwan companies
Successfully assisted with tax advisory for global group restructuring