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China’s tax incentives for small businesses
China has many self-employed individuals, as well as one-person and family businesses. For this reason, the government provides specific tax incentives for small businesses. We list China’s major tax incentives to foster various types of small businesses. continue reading →
China’s New Deed Tax Law: What Does it Mean for Businesses?
China’s new Deed Tax Law is about to come into force on September 1, 2021. Foreign companies are subject to deed tax if they acquire real estate and/or land use rights in China, and this often occurs when the company reorganizes. Fortunately, China has extended deed tax exemptions to support certain types of corporate restructuring […] continue reading →
China’s new stamp duty law
It is well known that stamps do in China what signatures do in the West. They give documents their binding character. The tax authorities also take advantage of this: they demand levies in connection with the stamping of contracts. Until now, however, this practice was only prescribed by an executive order that dates back to 1988. Now the People's Congress is professionalising tax law here too and regulating stamp duty by law. continue reading →
China’s latest policy for foreigners’ work permit application
Dezan Shira & Associates (DSA) has been tracking the latest China policy changes regarding foreigners’ work permit application and renewal. In this article, we would like to share the most updated policy information for expatriates who are stranded overseas and need to apply for or renew their Chinese work permits. continue reading →