Guides & Insights
Plain-English explainers on the rules that actually trip foreigners up — visas, entities, capital, and tax. Written by the same team that files your case.
China Work Visa (Z) Requirements 2026
What “work permit + residence permit” really means, the 15/30-day deadlines after entry, and the documents embassies reject most often.
Read the steps →WFOE vs Representative Office
Why most foreign operators pick a WFOE, when an RO is enough, and how the inability to invoice changes your whole China plan.
Compare structures →Apostille vs Legalization for China
Since China joined the Apostille Convention in Nov 2023, one certificate often replaces the old double-legalisation chain — unless your country is outside the Hague Convention.
See the checklist →Business Visa (M) Invitation Letter
Exactly what the Chinese inviting company must state in the letter, and why a weak invitation is the top cause of M-visa delays.
Visa details →Registered Capital under the 2024 Company Law
No minimum for most WFOEs — but capital must now be paid in within 5 years. How to set a realistic amount and avoid later penalties.
Key requirements →VAT Fapiao & Tax Basics
Why you cannot simply “invoice” like at home, what a fapiao is, and the monthly filings a WFOE must run from day one.
Consulting scope →Common questions, answered
Much of the process — document prep, application, and coordination — can be handled remotely with professional support. Opening the corporate bank account usually still requires a director's visit.
Not for a WFOE — 100% foreign ownership is allowed outside sectors on the Foreign Investment Negative List. A JV is only needed for restricted sectors or when a local partner adds real value.
After the business licence, tax registration, and fapiao activation — typically within the 2–4 month WFOE window. The bank account is the usual gate.
No. It is general guidance based on current rules. Final outcomes depend on the latest regulations and the reviewing authority; we confirm specifics for your file during consultation.
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