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Continue through our China-entry library, with each article focused on a decision founders need to make before or after registration.
August 27, 2026 · 15 min read
China employer of record explained: what an EOR does, 2026 cost benchmarks (USD 200–700 per employee/month), compliance risks under Chinese labor law, provider selection criteria, and when to switch to a WFOE.
Read the guideAugust 27, 2026 · 10 min read
Hainan visa-free policy explained: the full 61-country list (Vietnam and Kyrgyzstan added August 2026), the 30-day stay rules, permitted activities, what did not change after customs closure, and how business scouts can use it.
Read the guideAugust 27, 2026 · 20 min read
A step-by-step 2026 guide to registering a Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise (WFOE) in China. Entity types, required documents, the full process, timeline, cost, registered capital, bank accounts, tax setup, common mistakes, and why Hainan Free Trade Port is now the preferred location for foreign founders.
Read the guideAugust 27, 2026 · 14 min read
Learn how to set up a company in China as a foreigner. Compare WFOE, JV, and representative office options, understand the registration process, timeline, costs, and Hainan FTP advantages.
Read the guideAugust 23, 2026 · 10 min read
Sea Expandary — Richard Liu's yacht venture — closed its 80% acquisition of catamaran builder OceanWalker on August 17, 2026, weeks after agreeing to buy 80% of Camper & Nicholsons for €40M. What the deals mean for the Sanya yacht industry, Yazhou Bay Science City, and foreign marine suppliers entering via the Hainan FTP.
Read the guideAugust 22, 2026 · 18 min read
China registered capital explained for 2026: the 5-year payment deadline under the 2024 Company Law, the transition rule for existing companies, minimum capital by industry, how much to declare for a WFOE, the payment-in process, and China vs Hong Kong vs Singapore compared.
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