Business Registration In China
Legal Business Entities for Foreign-Owned Enterprises
Structuring Your Business for the Chinese Market
Foreign investors entering China must select the most suitable business entity to operate legally and efficiently. Common structures include:
Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise (WFOE) – Offers full foreign ownership and control, ideal for trading, consulting, and manufacturing.
Joint Venture (JV) – Formed with a local partner, useful for sectors restricted to foreign ownership or requiring local access.
Representative Office (RO) – Best for liaison and market research, but cannot engage in profit-generating activities.
Foreign-Invested Partnership (FIP) – A flexible option for small-scale or service-oriented investments.
At Liberty Law Chambers, we evaluate your strategic needs and provide legal guidance to help you select the right structure based on Chinese corporate, tax, and investment laws.
Select Your Business Entity
We help you choose between WFOE, JV, RO, or Partnership based on your goals, risk tolerance, and industry.
Complete Government Registrations
We manage the full registration process with AMR and MOFCOM to get your business license and legal status.
Ensure Tax & Legal Compliance
From tax ID registration to invoice licensing, we ensure your company follows all relevant regulations in China.
Open Bank Account & Setup Seals
We guide you in opening a local bank account and registering legal company seals (chops) essential for operations.
Step-by-Step Formation and Government Compliance
Navigating the Chinese Company Registration Process
Establishing a legal business presence in China involves approvals from multiple government departments. The registration process includes:
Company Name Approval by the local AMR
Business License Application and issuance
MOFCOM Foreign Investment Filing
Company Seal (Chop) Registration
Tax Authority Registration
Opening a Corporate Bank Account
Additional steps may apply depending on the city, zone (e.g., Free Trade Zones), or industry. Post-registration requirements such as bookkeeping, annual filings, and currency exchange compliance are strictly monitored.
Liberty Law Chambers offers complete support, from document drafting to interacting with Chinese government offices to help you navigate these steps confidently and legally.
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