BUD Fund Audit Pricing | 2026 Transparent Rates
Easy BUD HK$5,000, Standard BUD HK$8,000, signed by HKICPA practicing CPA (P06975) under HKSAE 3000 (Revised) reasonable assurance engagement standards, 2-week completion. All BUD fees sit below the government's HK$10,000 audit-fee funding cap.
Funding Context
- Government audit-fee funding cap: HK$10,000 per audit, on a 1:3 matching basis with the enterprise contributing 25% (from 14 March 2025)
- BUD cumulative ceiling: HK$7,000,000 per enterprise, up to 70 projects
- Our Easy BUD (HK$5,000) and Standard BUD (HK$8,000) fees both sit under the HK$10,000 government audit-fee cap — eligible for reimbursement on the 1:3 matching basis (enterprise contributes 25%)
- Source: Trade and Industry Department BUD Fund page
BUD Fund Audit Services
Professional audit services for BUD Fund and related government funding programmes.
Easy BUD Audit
For Easy BUD and E-commerce Easy applications, government funding ceiling HK$100,000 per application (rising to HK$150,000 in Q2 2026 per the 2026-27 Budget).
- Signed by HKICPA practicing CPA
- 2-week completion
- HKSAE 3000 (Revised) reasonable assurance
- HKPC submission support
Standard BUD Audit
For General BUD applications, per-application ceiling HK$800,000, cumulative HK$7,000,000 per enterprise.
- Signed by HKICPA practicing CPA
- 2-week completion
- Detailed financial review and market expansion verification
- Priority support
ESS Audit
Enterprise Support Scheme (ESS) audit reports. Final fee depends on project scope and complexity — please contact us for a quote.
- ESS compliance audit
- Enterprise development verification
- End-to-end document support
- Dedicated CPA
Special Supplementary Procedures
Supplementary procedures performed where HKPC requests additional verification beyond the BUD reasonable assurance report — e.g., specific transaction checks, document reconciliation, or follow-up confirmations on individual line items.
- Per HKPC individual requirements
- 2-3 week completion
- Scoped to specific items
- Signed by HKICPA practicing CPA
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TVP audit: The Hong Kong Government's Technology Voucher Programme stopped accepting new applications after 31 December 2024. We still serve final audit reports for previously approved TVP projects — contact us for pricing.
Easy BUD vs Standard BUD | How to Choose?
Select the right audit package based on your project size
| Comparison | Easy BUD | Standard BUD |
|---|---|---|
| Audit Fee | HK$5,000 | HK$8,000 |
| Funding Ceiling | HK$100,000 (HK$150,000 from Q2 2026) | HK$800,000 / project |
| Application Process | Simplified | Standard |
| Best For | Small projects / First-time applicants | Large projects / Multi-market expansion |
| Completion Time | ~2 weeks | ~2 weeks |
E-commerce Easy Audit Pricing
E-commerce Easy is a BUD sub-scheme launched by the Hong Kong Government in July 2024, supporting enterprises expanding into Mainland China and the 10 ASEAN markets through e-commerce. It funds up to HK$800,000 per application, with a separate HK$1,000,000 cumulative cap earmarked for e-commerce projects (within each enterprise's HK$7,000,000 BUD overall ceiling). Audit requirements mirror general BUD applications — performed under HKSAE 3000 (Revised) reasonable assurance engagement standards, signed by an HKICPA Practising CPA, with the government audit-fee cap of HK$10,000 per audit on a 1:3 matching basis (enterprise contributes 25%).
PAT CPA offers the same fixed pricing structure for E-commerce Easy projects as for BUD: simplified applications HK$5,000, standard applications HK$8,000, with reports completed within 2 weeks. For a project-specific quote on E-commerce Easy audit scope and fees, contact us.
ESS (Enterprise Support Scheme) Audit
ESS is one of Hong Kong's government funding schemes, similar to BUD in supporting market expansion but focused on internal capability enhancement — including new technology adoption, quality management systems, and staff training programmes. Per-application funding ceilings vary by project category.
PAT CPA's ESS audit fees start from HK$7,500, with the final quote depending on project scale, reporting scope, and documentation complexity. Reports are personally signed by an HKICPA Practising CPA (P06975) and performed under HKSAE 3000 (Revised) reasonable assurance engagement standards. Contact us for a free, project-specific ESS audit quote.
Special Supplementary Procedures
Where HKPC asks for additional verification on individual items beyond the BUD reasonable assurance report — for example specific transaction checks, payment-document reconciliations, or follow-up confirmations on individual line items — supplementary procedures may be required. This work is scoped per HKPC's individual request, separate from the formal BUD reasonable assurance engagement.
PAT CPA's special supplementary procedures start from HK$4,000, calculated based on the scope of the request, the recipient of the report, and document volume. Reports are performed and signed by HKICPA Practising CPAs. If HKPC has issued a follow-up request, contact us with the specific requirements.
Government audit-fee cap: BUD Fund audit fees are reimbursable by the Hong Kong Government on a 1:3 matching basis (enterprise contributes 25%), capped at HK$10,000 per audit and counted toward the HK$7,000,000 cumulative ceiling. Our Easy BUD (HK$5,000) and Standard BUD (HK$8,000) fees both sit below this cap and are eligible for reimbursement on the 1:3 matching basis.
Final quote depends on: project scale, document completeness, market-expansion scope, and special matters (e.g., multi-market projects, multi-year reports). All packages signed by HKICPA-licensed CPA (P06975) and performed at PAT Certified Public Accountants Limited (Registered Corporate Practice S0395).
PAT CPA BUD audit scope: We specialise in BUD Fund, Easy BUD, E-commerce Easy, Enterprise Support Scheme (ESS), and special supplementary procedures (where HKPC requests follow-up verification beyond the BUD reasonable assurance report) for Hong Kong private limited companies and SMEs.
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BUD Audit Pricing FAQ
Common questions about BUD audit fees, quotes and payment
How much does Easy BUD audit cost? And Standard BUD?
PAT CPA's Easy BUD audit is fixed at HK$5,000, and Standard BUD audit at HK$8,000. Both are all-inclusive pricing covering audit work, report preparation, HKICPA Practising CPA (P06975) signature, and submission assistance to HKPC. Reports complete within 2 weeks. For details on how BUD audit fees are funded by the government, see our BUD audit services page.
What's the difference between Easy BUD audit and Standard BUD audit pricing?
Easy BUD audit is HK$5,000 (for Easy BUD applications capped at HK$100,000 per application, rising to HK$150,000 in Q2 2026). Standard BUD audit is HK$8,000 (for General BUD applications capped at HK$800,000 per application, cumulative HK$7,000,000 per enterprise). Both fees fall below the HK$10,000 government audit-fee cap.
Why is ESS audit shown as "from HK$7,500"?
ESS audit pricing depends on project scale, complexity, and reporting scope. Small projects start around HK$7,500; larger multi-market projects can be higher. We review your project's total funding amount, document completeness, and any special matters before issuing a written quote. Contact us for a free ESS audit quote.
Why do special supplementary procedures start from HK$4,000?
Special supplementary procedures start from HK$4,000, with pricing calculated based on the scope of HKPC's individual follow-up request, the report recipient, and document volume. Simple items (e.g., supplementary payment evidence for an individual transaction) sit near HK$4,000; complex items (multi-market, multi-year verification) cost more. These supplementary procedures are scoped per HKPC's individual request and sit outside the formal BUD reasonable assurance engagement (which is performed under HKSAE 3000 (Revised) reasonable assurance engagement standards). For details on BUD reasonable assurance standards, see our BUD audit services page.
Is TVP audit still available?
The Hong Kong Innovation and Technology Commission stopped accepting new TVP applications after 31 December 2024. We still serve final audit reports for previously approved TVP projects (to verify project expenditures match funding terms) — contact us for a project-specific quote.
Are there any hidden fees beyond the quoted BUD audit price?
No. Easy BUD HK$5,000 and Standard BUD HK$8,000 are all-inclusive: audit work, report preparation, HKICPA practicing CPA signature, and HKPC submission support. If your project involves multiple markets, multi-year reporting, or supplementary document verification, any additional scope is listed and confirmed on the quote before work begins.
How does PAT CPA's BUD audit compare to other firms?
We've served Hong Kong SMEs since 2010 (1,000+ audit reports completed), including 100+ BUD/TVP government-funded project audits. Led by HKICPA practicing CPA Tommy Chan (P06975), at PAT Certified Public Accountants Limited (HKICPA Registered Corporate Practice S0395). Google rating 5.0/31. For general statutory audit services, see our audit pricing page.
How long does it take from document submission to receiving the BUD audit report?
Easy BUD audits with complete documents take as fast as 10 working days. Standard BUD audits complete within 2 weeks. If documents are scattered (e.g. ad spend across multiple platforms) requiring consolidation first, total time may extend by 1-2 weeks. We confirm an estimated delivery date within 1 working day of receiving complete documents.
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