2026 WFOE Registration: New Capital Requirements and Simplified Process
May 1, 2026China’s new Company Law introduces changes to registered capital rules and faster online registration for WFOEs. Learn what foreign investors must prepare.
China Company Registration & Finance Services for Foreign Investors
Set up your WFOE, RO, or joint venture, and keep it compliant with our bookkeeping, tax planning, and audit services. Remote corporate finance support for foreign-owned businesses in China — all handled without you needing a local office.
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Foreign investors entering China need the right legal entity. A Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise (WFOE) gives you full control, while a Representative Office (RO) suits market-testing phases. Joint ventures allow partnerships with Chinese firms. We also handle company changes, deregistration, and the entire life cycle of your China business entity.
WFOE Setup
Register a Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise in China — the preferred structure for foreign manufacturers, traders, and service providers.
WFOE Setup →RO Registration
Set up a Representative Office for non-revenue operations like market research and supplier liaison.
RO Registration →Joint Venture Setup
Form a Sino-foreign joint venture with a Chinese partner, covering equity and cooperative JV structures.
Joint Venture Setup →Company Change & Deregistration
Manage amendments to your business scope, legal representative, or registered capital. Formal closure and deregistration support.
Change & Deregistration →Finance, Tax & Compliance for Your China Entity
Once your company is registered, ongoing compliance is critical. We provide monthly bookkeeping, annual audit and tax clearance, tax planning to optimize your China tax burden, and help with credit repair, removing abnormal operation status, and applying for general taxpayer qualifications.
Bookkeeping Service
Monthly, quarterly, and annual bookkeeping for WFOEs and ROs, fully compliant with Chinese accounting standards.
Bookkeeping →Audit & Tax Clearance
Statutory annual audit and corporate income tax clearance, including foreign currency remittance tax filings.
Audit & Tax →Tax Planning
Strategic tax planning for foreign-invested enterprises, including VAT optimization, withholding tax advice, and transfer pricing.
Tax Planning →Company Credit Repair
Repair negative records on China's social credit system and resolve administrative penalties affecting your company.
Credit Repair →Remove Abnormal Operation
Resolve "abnormal business operation" status with the AMR and tax bureaus to restore normal legal standing.
Remove Abnormal →General Taxpayer Application
Apply for general taxpayer status to issue VAT special invoices and claim input tax credits.
General Taxpayer →Invoice Limit Increase
Raise your VAT invoice limit and increase the number of invoices you can issue per month.
Invoice Increase →Trade & Operational Licenses
To fully operate a trading or e-commerce business in China, you may need additional registrations: import-export rights, electronic port registration, a corporate bank account, cross-border e-commerce filing, and foreign reinvestment filings. We handle these administrative steps so you can focus on your business.
Import & Export Right
Obtain import-export operator filing to legally trade goods into and out of China.
Import & Export →Electronic Port Registration
Register with China E-Port for customs declaration and electronic data interchange.
Electronic Port →Corporate Bank Account
Open RMB and foreign currency corporate bank accounts, including online banking setup.
Bank Account →Cross-border E-commerce Filing
Register your company on cross-border e-commerce platforms and complete customs filing.
E-commerce Filing →Reinvestment Filing
File foreign reinvestment projects with MOFCOM and complete required registrations.
Reinvestment →How Our Company Registration & Finance Process Works
1
Consultation
Tell us your business plan. We recommend the right entity structure and required registrations.
2
Document Preparation
We prepare all Chinese-language documents and guide you through notarization and legalization.
3
Registration & Filing
We submit applications to AMR, tax bureau, customs, and banks. You track progress remotely.
4
Ongoing Compliance
Receive your business license. We continue with monthly bookkeeping, tax filings, and annual audits.
Latest Updates on China Company Registration
Tax Incentives for Small and Micro Foreign-Invested Enterprises Extended
May 18, 2026Reduced corporate income tax rates for qualifying foreign-owned companies have been extended. Check if your WFOE qualifies for the latest incentives.
Cross-Border E-Commerce Filing: New Registration Required for Overseas Sellers
April 10, 2026Chinese customs now requires all cross-border e-commerce sellers to complete additional filing with the single window platform. Ensure your company is compliant.
Frequently Asked Questions About China Company Registration
What is a WFOE and why do I need it?
A WFOE (Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise) is the most common structure for foreign investors in China. It allows full foreign ownership, lets you issue local invoices, and gives you complete operational control. It is required if you plan to manufacture, trade, or provide services in China.
How long does WFOE registration take?
The full process, from document preparation to business license issuance, typically takes 4-8 weeks. Additional registrations (tax, bank, import-export rights) may add another 2-4 weeks.
Can TEK China handle monthly bookkeeping and tax filings?
Absolutely. We provide full-service bookkeeping, monthly VAT filing, quarterly corporate income tax filing, and annual audit services. All work is done in-house by our certified accountants.
Do I need to come to China to register a company?
No, you do not need to travel to China. We can complete the entire registration process remotely with a power of attorney. We handle document legalization and submit applications on your behalf.
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Have questions about WFOE setup, bookkeeping, tax compliance, or any other corporate service in China? Our experts are here to help with free consultations and fixed-price proposals.
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