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Business in China
Corporate Income Tax (CIT) in China: Principles, Rates, and Compliance
Corporate Income Tax (CIT), also referred to as Enterprise Income Tax (EIT), is the main direct tax for most companies earning income in China. The legal basis is the Law of the People's Republic of C...
Apr 20, 2026
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Contribution of Registered Capital to Companies in China: Evolution of Requirements and Strategic Planning After the 2024 Reform
Registered Capital, as stipulated in the company's constitutional documents and recorded in the register of the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), is not merely a formal figure. It rep...
Apr 10, 2026
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Key Risks After Obtaining a Work Permit and Residence Permit in China
From Formal Status to Sustainable Residence
Obtaining a work permit and a residence permit in China is a crucial milestone, marking your formal recognition as a foreign expert. However, this stage ...
Apr 06, 2026
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Company Registration Procedure for Foreign-Invested Enterprises in China
Just ten years ago, the procedure for establishing a foreign-invested company in China resembled navigating a labyrinth with many closed doors. The foreign investor was forced first to find the "right...
Mar 23, 2026
![How a Foreign Investor Can Obtain a Visa and Residence Permit in China as Founder and Director of Their Own Company]()
Business in China
How a Foreign Investor Can Obtain a Visa and Residence Permit in China as Founder and Director of Their Own Company
Step-by-Step Guide 2026: From Company Registration to an R Visa and Permanent Residence
The Core Problem:
"I established a WFOE in China. Now I want to come, become its General Director, manage ...
Mar 20, 2026
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Business in China
Launching a Business in China: Where to Start to Avoid Risks
The idea of opening a company in China is inspiring: new niches are formed here annually—from digital services and biotechnologies to the export of premium goods and green-tech solutions. The market a...
Mar 16, 2026
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China vs. Hong Kong: Where to Start a Business to Avoid Drowning in Rules and Still Make Money
Starting a business in mainland China and in Hong Kong are not the same thing at all. Mainland China offers direct access to the market, factories, logistics, and domestic demand. Hong Kong often func...
Dec 30, 2025
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Pros and Cons of Opening and Managing a Business in Hong Kong
The "one country, two systems" concept provides startups in Hong Kong, as a Special Administrative Region (SAR) of China, with extensive opportunities for growth. Annually, the city ranks at the top o...
Nov 25, 2025
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How to Obtain an MSO License in Hong Kong: A Step-by-Step Guide for Businesses
Since 1 April 2012, the regulation of Money Service Operators (MSOs) in Hong Kong has been carried out by the Customs and Excise Department (C&ED). The regulator’s authority is established under t...
Nov 19, 2025
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