CALTECH offers one-stop solution for foreign businesses of all sizes who are seeking to expand their business and set up a company in China. We have helped countless businesses bypass the complexities and red tape that’s involved when entering into a new market. By simplifying the process to set up a company in China, we create a productive and efficient environment in which companies are able to grow and expand their business. Different types of company setup’s in China: • Umbrella Company (Hong Kong or Macau) • Trading Import-Export Company • Representative Office • Sino-foreign joint venture • Branch office of foreign invested enterprise (BRANCH) • Foreign invested commercial enterprise (FICE / WFOE) CALTECH’s supports you in finding the ideal type of set-up in China. Our experianced consulting team leads and guide you thru all processes with a new company registration and set-up in China. You have the idea – we take care of the rest !

Hong Kong Company Hong Kong is the best gateway to mainland China, and the Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA) provides Hong Kong with additional and exclusive mainland market access benefits. So, if you’re planning to do business with a Chinese partner, having a company in Hong Kong may be your best bet. Caltech advises you on the best way to structure your business in Asia using an offshore company in Hong Kong.

Wholly Foreign Owned Enterprise (WFOE) A WFOE is a limited liability company wholly owned by foreign investors/shareholders. This company can manufacture, process,  assemble, distribute, trade or deliver services or goods in the local market, import or export. Joint Ventures (JV) A JV is a type of company undertaken jointly by two or more parties, usually a Chinese partner with a foreigner partner. Brasia can help you to find the right partner, promote due diligence, liaise in the negotiations and prepare Joint Venture Agreements. Representative Offices A RO is an office established by a company to conduct marketing and other non-transactional operations. This office is not considered a separate legal entity and can hire a limited number of staff. This kind of office cannot issue invoices nor have commercial operations. Factories, warehouses & trading companies CALTECH can help you to set up your factory, warehouse or trading company in China from scratch and support you through the whole process. Your company will be able to consolidate shipments, have its own team, set up a production line and establish your brand internationally. This company will have import and export rights and will be able to sell in the domestic market, issue VAT invoices and take advantage of the Chinese tax rebate.

REGISTRATION OF A COMPANY TAKES FROM 3 TO 6 MONTHS AND A MINIMUM CAPITAL IS GENERALLY REQUIRED BY THE CHINESE GOVERNMENT DEPENDING ON THE COMPANY APPLICATION AND THE LOCALITY. SPECIFIC LICENSES AND REQUIREMENTS WILL ALSO DEPEND ON LOCATION AND THE TYPE OF BUSINESS.

If you would like to know more about starting your company or business in China, contact CALTECH Consulting !

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