1.PE

(1) Application Requirements

Partnership Agreement: A comprehensive agreement detailing the partnership structure, roles and responsibilities of each partner, profit and loss allocation, management procedures, and dissolution conditions.

Business Scope: Clearly defined business activities permitted by Chinese law applicable to foreign partnerships.

Minimum Capital Requirements: There is no statutory minimum capital requirement for setting up a PE, but sufficient capital must be designated to cover potential liabilities and operating expenses.

(2) Documents Required for Permanent Establishment Registration

Partnership Agreement: The foundational document of a PE that outlines the rights and responsibilities of each partner, the allocation of profits and losses, the management structure, and the procedures for resolving disputes.

Proof of Identity: Legal identification documents of each partner, including a passport or other government-issued ID for foreign partners.

Business Plan: A detailed plan that includes the scope of business, market analysis, operating strategy, and financial projections.

Certificate of Incorporation or Equivalent: For corporate partners, this is a certificate that proves the legal existence of the company in their home country.

Bank Reference Letter: A letter issued by each partner's bank certifying their financial status.

Lease Agreement: Proof of actual business address in China, usually provided through a lease agreement for an office or business space.

Audit Report: If the partner is an existing business, a recent audit report may be required to assess its financial status.

Name Pre-approval Document: Document of the business name approved by the State Administration for Industry and Commerce.

2. Jonint Venture

(1) Application requirements:

Cooperation agreement: An important document that outlines the terms of the partnership, including the responsibilities, contributions, profit sharing, and operational roles of each partner.

Approval from the Ministry of Commerce: The joint venture must be approved by the Ministry of Commerce, which will assess the feasibility and legality of the joint venture based on China's economic and trade interests.

Business plan and feasibility report: Detailed documents on the scope of business, market analysis, financial forecasts, and the strategic importance of the joint venture to the Chinese market.

(2) Required documents:

Joint venture contract: This is a formal agreement that needs to be signed between the foreign and Chinese entities, which stipulates the details of the business arrangements.

Articles of Association: A document that stipulates the management structure and operating rules of the joint venture.

Legal identification: Identification and legal documents of all relevant parties, usually including a business license or personal identification of individual investors.

3.WFOE

(1) Application Requirements:

Business Plan: Investors are required to submit a comprehensive business plan detailing the business scope, objectives, and scale of operations. The plan should comply with Chinese regulations and market needs.

Feasibility Study Report: A report demonstrating the viability of the business, including financial forecasts and market analysis.

Minimum Registered Capital: The required capital varies by industry and location, but should generally be sufficient to cover startup costs and initial operating expenses until the business becomes self-sufficient.

(2) Documents Required for Registration of a Wholly Foreign Owned Enterprise

Application Form: A standard form provided by the Ministry of Commerce of China (MOFCOM) that lists basic information about the investor and the proposed business.

Feasibility Study Report: A detailed report outlining the feasibility, financial forecasts, operating strategy, and market analysis of the proposed business activities.

Articles of Association: This document outlines the company's management structure and operating rules. It must comply with Chinese company law.

Proof of Legal Status of Foreign Investors: A document that proves the legal status of a foreign investor, such as a certificate of incorporation, a business license from their country of origin, etc.

Bank Recommendation Letter: A letter from the investor's bank indicating their financial credibility and good standing.

Lease Agreement: Proof of business address in China, usually through a lease agreement for an office or factory space, is essential for company registration.

Environmental Impact Assessment: Depending on the scope of business, an environmental impact report may be required to ensure compliance with local environmental protection standards.

Name Pre-Approval Notice: A document issued by the State Administration for Industry and Commerce (SAIC) confirming that the company name has been approved and reserved.