The China Family Office Limited (CFOI) is a professional community for the family office industry whose members come from families, family offices and professional service firms. The Institute sells no financial products — it exists for research, education, philanthropy and exchange, which is why families choose it over commercial bodies.
Three membership tiers
| Tier | Who it suits | Core benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Family members, FO practitioners | All research, event priority, peer network |
| Institutional | Private banks, asset managers, law & tax firms | Multiple representatives, joint research, visibility |
| Student / academic | Students and researchers | Discounted fee, education content, mentorship |
Application process (four steps)
Step 2: secretariat review, usually within five working days. Step 3: pay the annual fee. Step 4: attend onboarding and join the community.
The numbers behind membership
Members plug into a fast-growing market: China’s wealth management market was RMB 179.33 trillion in 2025 (Sina Finance, 2026); the global family office market is projected to grow 7.1% a year through 2035 (Research Nester); Hong Kong alone hosts 3,380+ single family offices (InvestHK / Deloitte). Events span the mainland–Hong Kong corridor, with an exclusive Singapore visit in April 2026.
FAQ
What is the fee? Three tiered rates with discounts for academics and students — email for the current schedule. Does the Institute give investment advice? No — it is an industry community, not a licensed adviser; see /faq/.
Key Facts
The addressable market is vast: China’s wealth market hit RMB 179.33 trillion in 2025.
The global family office market is set to grow 7.1% a year through 2035.
Secretariat review completes within five working days.
Institutional members may nominate multiple representatives.
References
Related Guides
Explore the Complete Guide and how to set up an SFO in Hong Kong on the Institute\u2019s site, or see the FAQ.