There are five divisions and two liaison units under the purview of the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Shanghai. They are:
- Liaison Coordination, Public Relations, Administration and China International Import Expo Division
- Dedicated Team for Attracting Businesses and Talent / Investment Promotion Division
- Immigration Division
- Commercial Relations Division
- Zhejiang Liaison Unit
- Shandong Liaison Unit
- Regional Desk (Shanghai), Hong Kong Shipping Registry