Starting a business in China is challenging and requires local experience to establish operations properly and successfully.

Our expert team has extensive hands-on experience in assisting companies doing business in China and setting up locally in China. We provide reliable, effective, and professional services that facilitate business operations and adhere to local compliance and reporting requirements.

China Setup Services

The process of registration of a company in China includes 6 steps: Obtaining a China office address, Business name search in Chinese, WFOE setup documentation, Business license application, company seals making and Post setup formalities.
WFOE (Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise) is a Chinese registered company that is completely owned by foreign investors and is the most common business structure when registering a company in China as it permits the most freedom in business management.
Having different strategies for different markets within China is important, as it helps to make the most of regional advantages. Azure Group China will help you select the most suitable city for your company to meet your business needs.
The PRC Foreign Investment Law taking effect on January 1, 2020 sets out a framework that will allow equal national treatment of foreign investment and local investment. Azure Group China will help you understand your options and select the most suitable investment vehicle.
Our tax consultants will assist you with familiarising with the China tax system to smoothly enter the Chinese market and ensure you are able to meet all local compliance obligations.
In China, commercial activities cannot be carried out without the supervision and support of the law. Thus, expert advice is necessary either before starting your business or during to enable you to better understand and minimize the risks associated with legal issues, and to run your financial and business smoothly.
In China depending on your industry you may also be required to apply for other special administrative licenses for your business to operate in China. Azure Group China can assist your business with obtaining the administrative license consistent within your industry.
China has a wealth of investment opportunities and many growing industries. Azure Group China has extensive experience assisting clients navigate the nuances required as part of operating a business in a chosen industry sector.

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“Azure Group have been instrumental with the expansion and setup of our business in London, New York, Sweden and Asia. Michael also acts as our Chairman for our monthly board meetings. He offers a creative approach, strategic direction and challenges our thinking which we are very appreciative for.”
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