Tag: Guide

How to Register a Representative Office in China: Documents, Timeline, and Costs

Registering a China Representative Office takes 15-30 days and requires specific parent company documents. Here's the step-by-step process, document checklist, and cost breakdown.

China Representative Office in 2026: What It Can and Cannot Do

A Representative Office allows foreign companies to maintain a China presence without a separate legal entity. Here's exactly what an RO can and cannot do under 2026 regulations.

China Payroll Setup for Foreign Companies: 5 Steps Before Your First Salary Run

Setting up payroll in China requires registration with tax, social insurance, and housing fund authorities. Here's a 5-step guide to get your first salary run right.

Export Controls and China’s Semiconductor Industry: A Compliance Guide for Foreign Firms

Navigating US, EU, and Chinese export controls on semiconductors requires a multi-jurisdictional compliance framework. Here's how foreign firms can operate legally in 2026.

China’s Import Tariff Structure 2026: MFN Rates, FTAs, and How to Minimize Your Duty Burden

China applies different tariff rates depending on product origin. Understand MFN rates, FTA preferential rates, and temporary rates to legally minimize your import duty burden.

China Import Licensing in 2026: Which Products Require Permits and How to Get Them

Not all products can be freely imported into China. Here's a guide to import licensing categories, the application process, and how to navigate China's customs clearance in 2026.