Complete Guide Library
67 comprehensive, SEO-optimized guides covering every aspect of foreign investment in China - from entity setup to ongoing compliance. Includes 2026 deep-dive guides with exact data and calculations.
Entity Setup
How to Register a WFOE in China
Complete step-by-step guide to setting up a Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise in 2026.
Joint Venture vs WFOE: Which to Choose?
Compare pros, cons, and use cases for China entity types.
Representative Office Setup Guide
When and how to establish a Rep Office for market research.
China Business License Application
Complete 2026 guide to obtaining your business license in China.
Registered Capital Requirements
Minimum capital requirements and contribution timelines explained.
Registered Capital Contribution Guide
Timeline, methods, and compliance for capital contribution in 2026.
Open Corporate Bank Account in China
Bank selection, documentation, and account opening procedures.
Corporate Bank Account Requirements
Requirements and process for opening business accounts in 2026.
Hong Kong Holding Company Structure
Tax benefits and setup guide for HK holding companies.
Shanghai FTZ Company Registration
Complete guide to registering in Shanghai Free Trade Zone.
WFOE Advantages & Disadvantages
Pros and cons of WFOE vs JV vs Rep Office. When to choose each entity type in China.
WFOE Cost by City 2026
First-year WFOE costs compared across 10+ cities: Shanghai, Shenzhen, Chengdu, Hainan, Xi'an.
China Representative Office Registration Guide
Step-by-step Rep Office setup: documents, cost, timeline, limitations, and conversion to WFOE.
China Joint Venture Setup Guide
JV setup process, EJV vs CJV, JV contract essentials, IP protection, and when JV is required.
Setting Up a WFOE in Shanghai
Shanghai WFOE guide: FTZ vs non-FTZ, 15% CIT in Lingang, registration process, costs, best districts.
Trading WFOE Guide: Import/Export
How to set up a trading WFOE: import/export license, customs, domestic distribution, VAT treatment.
China WFOE Requirements Checklist
Complete WFOE requirements: documents, capital, legal rep, supervisor, Negative List check.
Taxation
China Corporate Income Tax Guide
CIT rates, incentives, and compliance requirements for foreign companies.
China VAT Rates Explained
Value-added tax rates, exemptions, and refund procedures.
China Individual Income Tax Guide
IIT rates, deductions, and filing requirements for expats.
Tax Incentives for Foreign Investors
R&D deductions, CIT holidays, and VAT refunds available.
How to Repatriate Profits from China
Dividend distribution, withholding tax, and SAFE procedures.
Cross-Border Payments in China
Compliance requirements for international transfers.
China Small-Scale Taxpayer VAT Guide 2026
3% vs 1% rates, exemption threshold, invoice rules, and general vs small-scale choice.
China HNTE Tax Incentives Guide (15% CIT)
High-New Technology Enterprise certification: 15% CIT rate, requirements, and benefits.
China Tax Rates Overview 2026
Complete rate table: CIT, VAT, IIT, withholding, stamp duty, filing deadlines - all in one page.
Visas
China Z Visa Application Guide
Work visa requirements, documents, and timeline.
China Work Permit Requirements
Category A, B, C permits and application process.
Work Permit Categories A, B, C Guide
Complete guide to points system and category requirements.
China R Visa: High-Level Talent Guide
Fast-track visa for qualified professionals.
How to Hire Foreign Employees in China
Legal requirements and best practices for expat hiring.
China Social Insurance Guide
Mandatory contributions for employees and employers.
China Work Permit Point System Guide
Points-based scoring: salary, education, experience, language. Category A/B/C thresholds and how to maximize points.
How to Hire Chinese Employees
Complete hiring guide: labor contracts, social insurance, probation, termination, employer costs, PEO alternatives.
Market Access
2025 Encouraged Industries Guide
Updated Catalogue of Encouraged Industries with tax incentives and benefits.
China Negative List Explained
Restricted and prohibited industries for foreign investment.
Restricted Industries for Foreign Investment
Sector-specific restrictions and alternative structures.
China Foreign Investment Law Guide
FIL implementation and impact on foreign businesses.
China Free Trade Zones Comparison
Shanghai, Hainan, Shenzhen, and more compared.
Greater Bay Area Investment Guide
Opportunities in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao GBA.
Shanghai Lingang vs Greater Bay Area
Compare China's top investment destinations.
Hainan Free Trade Port Benefits
Zero-tariff policies and investment incentives.
Shenzhen Qianhai FTZ Guide
Qianhai FTZ: 15% CIT, HK professional recognition, cross-border RMB, registration.
China FTZ Complete List 2026
All 22 FTZs + Hainan FTP: focus industries, incentives, and how to choose the right one.
Compliance
China Data Security Law Guide
DSL compliance requirements for foreign companies.
Protect Intellectual Property in China
Trademarks, patents, and trade secret protection.
Cross-Border E-commerce Regulations
CBEC rules, platforms, and compliance.
AI Technology Investment Guide
Regulations and opportunities in China's AI sector.
Manufacturing Investment Guide
Setup, incentives, and supply chain considerations.
China Data Cross-Border Transfer Guide
DSL/PIPL compliance: CAC security assessment, SCC, data localization, penalties, and FTZ pilots.
2026 Guides
Work Permit Salary Thresholds 2026
Exact A/B/C class requirements by city with precise RMB amounts.
Foreign Employee Social Insurance Calculator
Precise employer and employee contribution costs by city.
Profit Repatriation Tax Calculation 2026
WHT rates, 10% reinvestment credit, and treaty benefits.
Shanghai vs Shenzhen Registration 2026
Decision matrix with exact costs, timelines, and industry fit.
WFOE vs RO vs JV Decision Tool
Interactive framework with costs, risks, and case studies.
FTZ Tax Savings ROI Calculator
Break-even analysis for 15% CIT and incentive comparison.
Government Fees Comparison 2026
Exact official costs by city with complete cost breakdown.
China Market Entry Case Studies
Real foreign company entry cases: Tesla, Uber, Airbnb and more.
China Expat Living Guide
Housing, healthcare, schools, and daily life for foreign executives.
Profit Repatriation Guide
How to legally move money out of China: dividends, service fees, loans.
China Company Registration Cost
Total cost breakdown for registering a company in China in 2026.
China Corporate Bank Account Requirements
KYC, documentation, and bank selection for foreign companies.
Trade
China Consumer Subsidies & Trade-In 2026
Auto, appliance, and equipment trade-in subsidies - how foreign brands benefit.
China CBEC Pilot Cities, Platforms & Logistics
37+ pilot cities, Tmall Global vs JD, bonded warehouse vs direct mail, positive list, tax rates.
Cross-Border RMB Settlement by Region
RMB settlement pilots: Tianjin, Hainan, Zhejiang, Liaoning, Guizhou, Shanghai. SAFE rules & capital account.
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