As a foreigner working in China, you may encounter all kinds of legal issues. We are here in presenting the top six frequently asked questions and provide answers below:1.Q:Employees can’t terminate their employment contract, otherwise they have to pay a penalty, correct? A：Incorrect, you can terminate the employment contract legally by sending a 30 day’s written notice without facing any penalty.

As of January 1, 2019, a new system of individual income tax in China is going to be formally implemented. As expats working or doing business in China, what should you know about the new law?1. Who should pay and what income will be included?1) Expats have resided in China for accumulative183days or more in one tax year shall be resident individuals. Resident individuals shall pay IIT on their income gained within or outside China.2) Expats have resided in China for less than accumulative183day

All expats working or doing business in China must be careful with your tax issues now, ask yourselves the following questions or check with your accountant or tax attorney about your tax status in China:1.Am I a tax payer?Expats who have resided in China for 183 days or more cumulatively within a tax year, shall be deemed as resident individuals, all income from China and overseas shall be subject to individual income tax.For expats who have resided in China for less than 183 days cumulatively

With that being said, there are some preliminary things you need to do before you eventually file your trademark. A thorough research has to be undertaken to understand what kind of text/graphic can be registered as a trademark in line with the Trademark Law of the PRC, already before you have the logo designed or consider a logo officially and initiate your marketing campaign. The following tips might be valuable:I. The text must not be forbidden by law.1. It must not be identical or similar to

Small-and medium-sized companies, usually hire an accounting firm to help them balance the books. This is a smart move. Hiring an experienced accountant full-time may not be necessary for every small company. However, “bookkeeping” is not as simple as some people might think. It’s not only a procedural job rather it necessitates a correct understanding of national tax laws and regulations and experience in the application of local tax policies. In other words, it’s a professional job

In mainland China, business is not allowed to be done in residential property. This means you have to rent an office to run your company or lease a virtual official address for registration purpose.

With the implementation of the "temporary entry visa policy for foreigners" on March 28, if foreigners need to enter China, they must apply for a visa from Chinese embassies and consulates abroad. Only people with a visa issued after March 28 can enter China.

Normally the Business License of Representative Office is valid for three years. You prepare and submit all necessary documents 2 months before it is expired.

General information about taxation in Hong Kong. The direct taxes of the government are profits tax, salaries tax and property tax. Hong Kong operates a territorial basis of taxation under which only profits or income arising in Hong Kong are taxable. The current corporate profits tax rate is 17.5%. There is no tax on capital gains. Salaries tax is imposed on income arising in Hong Kong from any office or employment. Tax payable is calculated on a sliding scale that progresses from 2% - 15%.Property

To form a limited company, 1 or more persons (natural and legal persons) may subscribe to the memorandum of association and submit the memorandum, together with other required documents, to the Companies Registry.I. Registration of the Company:1. Choose an intended company name.2. Check the intended company name:The applicants must go to the Companies Registry to check whether the intended company name is the same as one already registered. If yes, the intended company name must be changed.3. Su

What are the advantages of using limited companies to engage in commercial activities in Hong Kong?Limited companies are companies with limited liabilities. From a legal perspective, a limited company is a separate legal entity and thus has the capacity to institute proceedings against others or vice versa. Since the liability of shareholders is limited to the nominal value of their shareholdings, the maximum possible loss of the shareholders could only be the total sum of their investments.

How to get a legal work visa, Z VISA and residence permit in mainland China, here we list all procedure and requirements documents if you are applying for a work visa and residence permit in mainland China.

Shanghai Free-Trade Zone (Shanghai FTZ) or Shanghai Pilot Free-Trade Zone was officially opened it's door since August 22, 2013. It is the first Free-Trade Zone in China. Since 2017, it becomes one of the most popular destnations to do business in China among our overseas clients. On March 31, 2017, there are 7 more new Free-Trade Zones have been approved in Liaoning, Zhejiang, Henan, Hubei, Sichuan, Shaani and Chongqing. Among them, Shanghai Free-Trade Zone is the best in our opinion.

Condition(s):Our suggested minimum registered capital for consulting WFOE, Service WFOE, IT WFOE: USD$ 50,000 or Euro35,000. (The capital doesn't nessesary to be deposited in the bank account)Below is the required documentation for Shanghai Free-Trade Zone company formation. (Item 1,2,7,8 should be prepared before visiting China:CHECKLIST:1. 2x Certificate of Incorporations, Articles of Formation or Equivalent document certified by Chinese embassy or Chinese consulate overseas [UK , US, HK,

A Representative Office (RO) is a practical option for overseas companies looking to enter the Chinese market efficiently and with lower upfront investment. While it does not offer full business operations, it allows you to conduct market research, liaison activities, and promotional work.

Why Register Trademark in China?Owners of registered trademarks have the ability to prevent others (i.e., their competitors, partners in China, we had clients that found out their trademark was registered by their supplier in China and other third parties) from using their registered trademark without permission. Your registered trademark can also successfully prevent others from (A)- acquiring trademark rights in your trademark, and/or (b)- claiming that you are infringing their trademark right

Employment Visa's and Work Permits are good for one year and include multiple entries. The initial approval requires a Physical Examination and the entire process takes approximately 3 to 6 weeks.

For business travelers, entrepreneurs, or frequent visitors, a one-year multiple-entry visa to China offers unmatched flexibility and convenience. But how do you successfully apply for one? Gomax International Service Center is here to walk you through the process.

deregistration of a WFOE Company in China is much more complicated than registration of a WFOE. It may take more than half a year.

Trademark Registration in China: A Step-by-Step Guide. China is a first-to-file jurisdiction: trademark rights are granted to the first party that files a valid application, regardless of prior use elsewhere. To secure protection on the mainland, you must register with the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA). Below is a concise, practical roadmap.