Overview
Setting up in China can unlock business opportunities for your company but, as with any market with which you are not familiar, it can be challenging.
On this page you’ll find advice on successfully setting up a digital and tech business in China. It includes practical tips for getting started, information about risks, and guidance on what you can do to manage them.
Get
Started
Before setting up your business in China, you might find it helpful to ask yourself the following questions.
Confirming
investment
Have I confirmed that China’s Foreign Investment Law permits me to invest and whether there are any restrictions on that investment?
Entity
type
What type of entity do I want to establish under Chinese law? This might be a Wholly-Foreign Owned Enterprise (WFOE), a Joint Venture, or a Representative Office.
Intellectual
property
Have I registered my intellectual property (IP) for the China market? This might include filing patents, registering trademarks or obtaining copyright protection.
Professional
advice
Have I sought professional advice for legal, financial and human rights matters?