10 Steps to Starting a Business in China #3

Though the documents you'll need to register for a WFOE will vary from place to place, you can find an extensive list of what you might need, here. Always prepare for a wildcard, though. "We've had local authorities say they want to see exactly what it will be we're manufacturing, so we bring it in," Harris says. "We just did one, and they required we write a legal opinion explaining how LLCs worked...

10 Steps to Starting a Business in China #2

Find office space through a realtor, just as you would back home. Whatever space you choose, though, make sure it is zoned for the type of business you're planning on opening. 3. Choose an entity status Before you register with the government, you need to decide what type of business entity to register. The most common for foreign businesses are joint ventures, representative offices, and wholly...