End-to-end support for foreign investors, overseas companies and international students: FDI registration, company formation, corporate bank account opening and ongoing tax compliance — delivered by a licensed China-based advisory team.
Every engagement starts with a free assessment so you know exactly what is required before committing to anything.
Register your inbound investment with MOFCOM and SAFE so capital can be legally remitted into China.
Establish the right legal entity — WFOE, joint venture or representative office — matched to your business scope.
Open RMB and foreign currency corporate accounts, with documentation prepared and in-person verification arranged.
Ongoing bookkeeping, tax filing and annual compliance for foreign-invested enterprises operating in China.
A typical engagement runs through five stages. Timelines shown are indicative and vary by city and business scope.
We review your business scope, investment structure and target city, then confirm whether your activity falls inside China's negative list for foreign investment.
You choose between a WFOE, joint venture or representative office. We recommend the structure that matches your control, tax and operational requirements.
Name pre-approval, MOFCOM filing, business licence issuance with SAMR, seal carving and tax registration are handled in sequence.
FDI registration with SAFE, capital account opening, and coordination of in-person verification with the bank for the legal representative.
Bookkeeping, tax filing and annual reporting so the entity stays in good standing with Chinese authorities.
The two most common vehicles for foreign investors. Most wholly foreign-owned operations choose a WFOE; joint ventures suit sectors where a local partner is required or advantageous.
Indicative figures based on typical engagements. Actual timelines depend on city, business scope and document readiness.
| Stage | Typical Duration | Government Fees | Depends On |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name pre-approval | 1–3 working days | None | Name availability in the local registry |
| MOFCOM filing | 3–10 working days | None | Whether activity is on the negative list |
| Business licence | 3–5 working days | Under RMB 1,000 | Completeness of submitted documents |
| Seals & tax registration | 3–7 working days | Under RMB 1,000 | Local requirements |
| SAFE / bank account | 2–4 weeks | Bank charges apply | Bank policy and legal representative availability |
| Total (typical) | 4–8 weeks | Under RMB 2,000 | Excludes professional service fees |
Zhonghui Consulting provides business consulting services including foreign investment advisory, corporate registration assistance, and financial and tax compliance support. We do not provide visa application processing services. Information regarding visas and residence permits on this website is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. For official requirements, please consult the relevant Chinese authorities.
Answer a few questions about your goals, budget and target city. You'll get a recommended entry route, required registrations and an indicative timeline — at no cost.