## Company Registration Overview
### Business Types
| Type | Capital | Time | Best For |
|——|———|——|———-|
| WFOE | 100k-500k RMB | 2-4 months | Full control |
| JV | Negotiated | 3-6 months | Restricted industries |
| RO | None | 1-2 months | Liaison only |
## Registration Process
### Phase 1: Preparation (2-3 weeks)
1. Choose company name (3-5 options)
2. Define business scope
3. Determine registered capital
4. Find registered address
5. Appoint legal representative
### Phase 2: Approval (4-6 weeks)
1. Name pre-approval
2. Submit application documents
3. Obtain business license
4. Carve company chops
### Phase 3: Post-Registration (2-3 weeks)
1. Open bank account
2. Tax registration
3. Customs registration (if trading)
4. Social security registration
## Required Documents
| Document | Details |
|———-|———|
| Passport | Notarized and authenticated |
| Bank Reference | From home country bank |
| Business Plan | Detailed operations plan |
| Address Proof | Lease agreement |
| Appointment Letters | Legal rep, supervisor |
## Costs Breakdown
### Government Fees
– Name approval: 0-500 RMB
– Business license: 0-1,000 RMB
– Chops: 500-1,000 RMB
### Professional Services
– Registration agent: 10,000-30,000 RMB
– Registered address: 5,000-20,000 RMB/year
– Legal representative: 3,000-10,000 RMB/year
### Total First Year: 50,000-150,000 RMB
## Timeline Summary
| Stage | Duration |
|——-|———-|
| Preparation | 2-3 weeks |
| Approval | 4-6 weeks |
| Post-Setup | 2-3 weeks |
| **Total** | **8-12 weeks** |
## Common Mistakes to Avoid
1. Inadequate capital planning
2. Wrong business scope selection
3. Poor address choice
4. Incomplete documentation
5. Ignoring compliance requirements
Professional guidance recommended for smooth registration process.