Company registration in China


There are 3 types of organizations that can be set up and registered by foreign investors and companies in China: WFOE (Wholly Foreign-owned Enterprise), JV (Joint Venture) and RO (Representative Office)

Apart from special industries that are still protected by the government, major industries including trade, retail, manufacturing and consulting have already opened up to foreign FDI.  However, requirements on registered capital, documentation and time required for approval from the government, may differ across these industries.

Minimal capital requirement and mandatory items for FIEs in China

WFOE
 Joint venture
 Rep. office
Registered capital
Rmb 100,000
 Rmb 100,000
 None
Capital verification
 Required
 Required
 None
Registration w/Commercial Bureau
 Required
 Required
 Not required
Auditing
 Required
 Required
 Depending on Government request


If you would like to find out more information about the industry you want to join in China, please visit our market-entry services section.

Or, explore our services for Representative offices, W.F.O.E. and Joint ventures in China. You can also contact us via livechat, email or phone for more information.