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How Overseas Buyers Can Hire a Sourcing, Quality Control or Operations Employee in China Without Setting Up a Company You came to the Canton Fair, met dozens of suppliers, shortlisted several factories and started discussing samples, pricing and production. Then you fly home. Now comes a different challenge: Who will manage everything in China when you are thousands of miles away? For many overseas buyers, finding suppliers is only the beginning. Once sourcing becomes regular

How China’s Social Insurance Base Works For employees on local payroll, the monthly contribution base is generally the employee’s prior-year average taxable wage, subject to two local limits: Lower limit: usually about 60% of the local prior-year full-caliber urban employee average wage. Upper limit: usually about 300% of that same average wage. If an employee’s average wage is between the limits, the actual wage is used. If it is below the floor, the floor applies. If it is

For foreign companies hiring employees in Hangzhou, understanding local minimum wage requirements is an important part of employment compliance. Many overseas employers assume that foreign employees may have different salary requirements from Chinese employees. However, under China’s labor regulations, minimum wage requirements are generally determined by the employee’s actual work location and employment relationship, not nationality. Foreign employees legally employed in Ha

Relocating to China for work can be an exciting opportunity for your business expansion. However, the process of obtaining a work visa and settling in can seem complex. Understanding the China visa application process is essential to ensure a smooth transition. This guide will walk you through the key steps, requirements, and practical tips to help you navigate the process efficiently. Understanding the China Visa Application Process The China visa application process involve

Many employers assume that hiring a foreign employee in China comes down to two conditions: the candidate meets the basic qualifications, and the company is willing and able to sponsor them. In practice, China's work permit system evaluates both sides far more closely — and gaps that seem minor on paper are often exactly what trigger a rejection. We recently reviewed a case that illustrates this well. An education-sector employer in Beijing had submitted a work permit applica

Every October and April, Guangzhou becomes the center of global trade as tens of thousands of international buyers, suppliers, and exhibitors arrive for the China Import and Export Fair — better known as the Canton Fair. For many first-time and returning visitors, one question consistently causes last-minute stress: do I actually need a visa to attend? The answer isn't always straightforward. Visa-free entry rules for China have expanded significantly, but they come with real