Company Registration in China with Finextwin — Enter the World's Largest Market Remotely and Legally
China
Company registration
China
Company registration
Establish a business in a country with global manufacturing and export potential
China
Company registration
China
Company registration
Establish a business in a country with global manufacturing and export potential
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Advantages of a China company
Largest market
Over 1.4 billion consumers and a growing middle class
Manufacturing
Global leader in industrial production
Banking
Local payments (in yuan), WeChat Pay, Alipay, and local accounts
Marketplaces
Sell products on Tmall, Taobao, JD, Douyin, and via offline channels
Jurisdiction overview: China
China is the world’s second-largest economy and a global manufacturing hub. Company registration in China provides direct access to a massive domestic market, advanced infrastructure, government support, and high economic growth. It's a strategic choice for those focused on scale and long-term planning.
Foreign investors can establish a WFOE (Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise) – a 100% foreign-owned company available in most sectors. Other structures include joint ventures (JV) and representative offices. The registration process involves licensing and tax registration, which is becoming increasingly digitalized due to ongoing reforms.
The corporate income tax rate in China is 25%, though small enterprises and high-tech companies may qualify for reduced rates – as low as 15%. Additional tax incentives are available in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) such as Shenzhen, Shanghai, and Hainan.
China is especially attractive for businesses in manufacturing, logistics, import-export, retail, and tech-driven sectors such as e-commerce and innovation. The large-scale market and government support offset the high competition.
Operating in China requires local market knowledge and strict compliance, but with the right strategy, the jurisdiction offers exceptional growth opportunities.
Foreign investors can establish a WFOE (Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise) – a 100% foreign-owned company available in most sectors. Other structures include joint ventures (JV) and representative offices. The registration process involves licensing and tax registration, which is becoming increasingly digitalized due to ongoing reforms.
The corporate income tax rate in China is 25%, though small enterprises and high-tech companies may qualify for reduced rates – as low as 15%. Additional tax incentives are available in Special Economic Zones (SEZs) such as Shenzhen, Shanghai, and Hainan.
China is especially attractive for businesses in manufacturing, logistics, import-export, retail, and tech-driven sectors such as e-commerce and innovation. The large-scale market and government support offset the high competition.
Operating in China requires local market knowledge and strict compliance, but with the right strategy, the jurisdiction offers exceptional growth opportunities.
Main features of the jurisdiction
- Legal System: Based on civil law with strong state regulation and economic planning
- Currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY), government-regulated, partially convertible
- Taxation: Standard corporate income tax rate is 25%; reduced rates from 5% to 20% apply to small enterprises and high-tech companies
- Reporting: Mandatory annual financial reporting and audit; high level of compliance oversight
- Privacy: Information on directors and shareholders is available in public registers; use of nominee services is restricted
- Regulators: State Taxation Administration (STA), Ministry of Commerce of China (MOFCOM), State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR)
China is suitable for industrial, trading, and digital companies looking to enter one of the world’s largest consumer markets, integrate into the local ecosystem, and establish domestic transaction infrastructure.
Requirements for company founders
Available form: Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise (WFOE)
This is a limited liability company fully owned by foreign investors. A WFOE allows independent business activities in China without the need for local partners and is suitable for trading, manufacturing, logistics, and IT operations.
Who can be a founder:
This is a limited liability company fully owned by foreign investors. A WFOE allows independent business activities in China without the need for local partners and is suitable for trading, manufacturing, logistics, and IT operations.
Who can be a founder:
- Any individual or legal entity (foreign jurisdiction)
- One or more shareholders (100% foreign ownership is allowed)
- At least one director (can be a foreign national; no requirement for a local citizen)
- A legal representative is mandatory (can also be the director)
- A registered office address in China (physical location; depends on the region and is included in our service package)
- Minimum share capital: from 1 CNY, but actual requirements vary by region and industry (typically from 100,000 to 500,000 CNY)
- KYC/AML verification (passport, proof of address, corporate documents if applicable)
Choose your plan
Incorporation
✔ Company name reservation in MOFCOM system
✔ Preparation of documentation and submission for WFOE registration
✔ Legalized Articles of Association and business scope approval
✔ Business License (营业执照) issuance
✔ Registration with MOFCOM (Ministry of Commerce)
✔ Company registration documents (in Chinese & English)
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License & Corporate address
✔ Registered legal address for 1 year
✔ Import-export license
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Bank account
✔ Preparation of full corporate file
for bank submission
✔ Opening a corporate bank account in China
✔ Company name reservation in MOFCOM system
✔ Preparation of documentation and submission for WFOE registration
✔ Legalized Articles of Association and business scope approval
✔ Business License (营业执照) issuance
✔ Registration with MOFCOM (Ministry of Commerce)
✔ Company registration documents (in Chinese & English)
________________________________________
License & Corporate address
✔ Registered legal address for 1 year
✔ Import-export license
_______________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of full corporate file
for bank submission
✔ Opening a corporate bank account in China
Incorporation
✔ Company name reservation in MOFCOM system
✔ Preparation of documentation and submission for WFOE registration
✔ Legalized Articles of Association and business scope approval
✔ Business License (营业执照) issuance
✔ Registration with MOFCOM (Ministry of Commerce)
✔ Company registration documents (in Chinese & English)
________________________________________
License & Corporate address
✔ Registered legal address for 1 year
✔ Import-export license
________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of full corporate file
for bank submission
✔ Opening a corporate bank account in China
✔ Company name reservation in MOFCOM system
✔ Preparation of documentation and submission for WFOE registration
✔ Legalized Articles of Association and business scope approval
✔ Business License (营业执照) issuance
✔ Registration with MOFCOM (Ministry of Commerce)
✔ Company registration documents (in Chinese & English)
________________________________________
License & Corporate address
✔ Registered legal address for 1 year
✔ Import-export license
________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of full corporate file
for bank submission
✔ Opening a corporate bank account in China
Incorporation
✔ Company name reservation in MOFCOM system
✔ Preparation of documentation and submission for WFOE registration
✔ Legalized Articles of Association and business scope approval
✔ Business License (营业执照) issuance
✔ Registration with MOFCOM (Ministry of Commerce)
✔ Company registration documents (in Chinese & English)
________________________________________
License & Corporate address
✔ Registered legal address for 1 year
✔ Import-export license
________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of full corporate file
for bank submission
✔ Opening a corporate bank account in China
✔ Company name reservation in MOFCOM system
✔ Preparation of documentation and submission for WFOE registration
✔ Legalized Articles of Association and business scope approval
✔ Business License (营业执照) issuance
✔ Registration with MOFCOM (Ministry of Commerce)
✔ Company registration documents (in Chinese & English)
________________________________________
License & Corporate address
✔ Registered legal address for 1 year
✔ Import-export license
________________________________________
Bank account
✔ Preparation of full corporate file
for bank submission
✔ Opening a corporate bank account in China
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before launching your business in China
Yes, foreign investors can register a company in China as a WFOE (Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise) or through a joint venture with a Chinese partner.
A WFOE (Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise) is a legal entity fully owned by foreign investors. It can engage in commercial activities, manufacture goods, export products, and hire staff.
On average, registration takes from 6 to 10 weeks. This includes name pre-approval, tax authority registration, and opening a corporate bank account.
Most WFOEs do not have a statutory minimum capital requirement, but the recommended amount ranges from 100,000 to 300,000 RMB depending on the business type and region.
- Corporate income tax: 25%
- VAT: 6% to 13%
- Dividend tax: 10% (may be reduced under an applicable tax treaty)
To open a bank account, the physical presence of the director is required along with the company’s registration documents, company seals, tax ID number, and office lease agreement.
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