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China HR &
Compliance Guides

Practical, regularly updated guides covering hiring, payroll, work permits and labor law compliance for foreign companies operating in China — written by our on-the-ground HR and legal specialists.

01 Hiring and company setup

Choosing the right route to get talent onboarded compliantly, with or without a local entity.

China hiring guide

​A step-by-step checklist for bringing on your first employee in China, from offer to onboarding.

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China EOR guide

How Employer of Record works, and when it makes more sense than setting up a WFOE.

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02 Work visas and permits

Getting foreign staff legally authorized to live and work in China.

China work visa guide

Visa categories, required documents and current processing timelines for foreign hires.

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03 Payroll and compliance

Running payroll correctly and staying compliant with statutory requirements.

China payroll guide
 

Monthly payroll cycles, individual income tax withholding and statutory filing deadlines.

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China social insurance guide

The five statutory insurances and housing fund contributions, explained for employers.

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04 Labor law and termination

Legal obligations around employment contracts, discipline and lawful exit.

China labor law guide
 

Employment contracts, working hours, overtime rules and statutory leave entitlements.

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Employee termination & severance compliance

Severance formulas, notice requirements and the lawful termination process for 2026.

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