Hong Kong | International Arbitration Services

Arbitration Rules

Clear · Fair · Efficient

IACHK / RULES

Clear rules for predictable arbitration

The rules framework centres on party autonomy, procedural fairness and professional decision-making.

Rule track 01

International rules overview

For international parties, arbitrators and cross-border commerce, with flexible procedure.

  • Party choice of seat, language and procedure
  • Emergency measures, conferences and document disclosure
  • Fact and expert evidence, and third-party funding
Rule track 02

Mainland rules overview

For commercial disputes with foreign elements or cross-border enforcement needs.

  • Trade, investment, corporate and contract disputes
  • Read with Hong Kong seat and cross-border assistance
  • Subject to the clause, rules text and procedural notices
PROCEDURAL MECHANISMS

Key procedural mechanisms

These points help orient readers; the applicable rules, agreement and tribunal directions govern.

Filing & response

Define claims, responses, facts and materials.

Tribunal formation

Appointments, acceptance and disclosures.

Hearing arrangements

Conferences, documents or hearings set the pace.

Award & delivery

Issue documents, awards and delivery records.

01

Before contracting

Use the model-clause guide to check institution, seat, language and rules.

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02

Preparing a filing

Use the process and templates to prepare filing materials.

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03

During a case

For an active case, use the authorised Party Services record.

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This page is a public overview. The officially published current rules, version, effective date and attachments prevail.