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Family Law in China

If you are a foreigner who wants to get married in China or you are considering establishing a family there, you should know how family life is regulated by law and what rights you have in China. Our Chinese attorneys can help you if you want to get married in China, file for divorce, or in any…

Dividend Tax in China

Companies in China are taxed according to the Enterprise Income Tax Law that applies both to local and foreign-owned enterprises in China. Foreign companies in China are taxed on their Chinese-source income and there is a withholding tax for dividends, royalties, and interests. Companies that want to repatriate dividends from China need to observe…

Corporate Tax in China

The corporate tax applies both to Chinese and foreign companies that have operational units in China. The standard corporate income tax rate in China is 25% and the same applies to branches in China. In addition to this tax, Chinese companies are also required to pay other taxes. In some cases, special rates of corporate income tax apply. Our lawyers in…

Power of Attorney in China

Companies with establishments in China, whether created by local investors or foreigners can appoint for representation a third party which can be an individual or another kind of entity. In this matter a power of attorney must be issued, a document through which the appointed person can act on behalf of the…

Civil Law in China

The Civil Law in China regulates all civil activities and has the purpose of protecting the rights and interests of citizens as well as to manage the civil relations between civil subjects - legal persons and citizens in China. The general principles of the Civil Law are divided into nine chapters which include the basic…

Special Permits and Licenses for Chinese Companies

Foreign entrepreneurs who want to open a company in China will have to observe the specific requirements for doing business in this country. Our Chinese lawyers can tell you all about the special permits and licenses required for Chinese companies and help you obtain them. With our assistance, you will be able to expand your business…

Trade Register in China

The Chinese business legislation allows the establishment of a range of companies, depending on the interests of their owners. A company registration procedure must be undertaken by any investor who wants to do business in China. The Trade Register in China is the place to have companies registered and to obtain information about the Chinese…

Imports and Exports in China

According to the Economic Complexity Index (ECI), China is the largest export economy in the world and the 38th most complex economy. Registering a company in China's trade sector can be a profitable decision since the country had a positive trade balance of 1.1 trillion dollars in 2015. Imports and exports in China are regulated by the…

Road Transportation Law in China

The Road Transportation Law in China is aimed at maintaining road traffic order, reducing traffic accidents, protecting personal safety and increasing passage efficiency. The Chinese government is working constantly on improving its transport policies and implementing new measures, since the transport system is a favorite sector for foreign investments in China. The Road Transportation Law applies to…

Virtual Office in China

A virtual office in China provides local businessmen and foreign investors with the opportunity to remotely operate a firm. Through a registered address and professional live communications, a virtual office in China helps investors stay connected with the rapidly expanding market. Detailed information about the requirements for having a virtual office can be given to you by our lawyers…