Entity choice
Compare a WFOE, joint venture, representative office and branch for your activities.
Who it is for
Who this service is for
- foreign companies that have decided to set up in China;
- founders preparing documents for a first WFOE;
- groups expanding from Hong Kong into Mainland China; and
- companies unsure which entity type or location fits their plan.
Scope
What Hongda does
The final scope is agreed for each engagement.
Location
Shortlist cities and districts that suit your activities and staff.
Business scope and licences
Draft the business scope and identify licences your activities may need.
Registered address
Check that the planned address can be used for registration.
Investor documents
List the investor and director documents to prepare, and how they must be certified.
Bank, tax and hiring plan
Outline bank account opening, tax registration, payroll and work permits after registration.
Process
How it works
- 1
Confirm your activities and timetable.
- 2
Choose the entity type.
- 3
Shortlist locations and the address.
- 4
Draft the business scope.
- 5
Prepare and check investor documents.
- 6
Hand over to WFOE registration.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is this the same as registering the company?
No. The review prepares the decisions and documents. Registration follows as the WFOE or other entity service.
How does it connect to WFOE registration?
The output of the review is the input for the registration, so work is not repeated.
Can it cover Hong Kong as well?
Hong Kong is covered by the Hong Kong company registration service.
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Talk to Hongda
Tell us what you need. We confirm the scope with you before any work starts.