China WFOE Registration Service

We provide one-stop professional service for setting up WFOE (Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise) in mainland China. Our team assists foreign investors throughout the whole registration process, including business scope confirmation, company name verification, business license application, tax registration, bank account opening and post-establishment compliance management.

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1. What is WFOE

WFOE stands for Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise. It is a limited liability company established in China fully funded by foreign individuals or overseas corporate entities. Unlike Joint Venture, Chinese shareholders are not required. WFOE is the most popular corporate structure for foreign companies planning to conduct business, issue invoices, hire local staff and open local bank accounts in mainland China.

2. Main Advantages of Establishing a WFOE

✅Full Ownership Control

Foreign investors hold 100% equity, independent decision-making without Chinese partners.

✅Issue Local VAT Invoices

Legally issue Chinese invoices to domestic clients and receive RMB payments.

✅Hire Local Employees

Sign formal employment contracts, contribute social insurance for Chinese staff.

✅Flexible Profit Remittance

After tax compliance, profits can be remitted overseas legally.

3. Standard WFOE Registration Process

✅Step 1 Business Scope Review

Check industry access & negative list

✅Step 2 Company Name Approval

Submit name pre-verification application

✅Step 3 Prepare & Submit Documents

Articles, lease contract, investor documents

✅Step 4 Obtain Business License

Market supervision authority approval

✅Step 5 Chop Engraving & Tax Registration

Company chops & tax bureau filing

✅Step 6 Corporate Bank Account Opening

Open basic RMB bank account

4. Service Price List

Fee Explanation:

1. Official government administrative fees, document notarization & authentication fees are excluded.

2. Office rental, special industry licenses will be charged separately if needed.

3. Package discount available if you combine multiple services together.

5. Required Documents for WFOE Setup

✅Investor Documents (Corporate Investor)

• Overseas company registration certificate

• Director resolution for investment

• Authorized signatory documents

• Notarization & authentication documents

✅Investor Documents (Individual Investor)

• Passport copy of foreign investor

• Notarized passport authentication

• Bank reference letter (if required)

✅China Local Materials

• Registered address lease contract

• Landlord property certificate

• Legal representative ID information

• Proposed business scope

6. Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can a Hong Kong company be the investor of a WFOE?

A: Yes. Hong Kong registered companies qualify as foreign investors to establish WFOE in mainland China.

Q2: Is physical office address mandatory for WFOE?

A: In most cities, a valid registered office address is required. Virtual address availability depends on local policy.

Q3: What is minimum registered capital for WFOE?

A: Minimum amount is RMB 1.00 and we provide tailored advice.

Q4: Does WFOE need annual audit and tax filing?

A: Yes. Mandatory monthly/quarterly tax declaration and annual audit report are required for foreign-invested enterprises.

Start Your Business in China with a WFOE

Our experienced team supports foreign investors through the whole WFOE registration procedure, document authentication, bank opening and ongoing tax compliance. Contact us to evaluate your investment plan.