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How It Works

A coordinated process, not a pile of separate errands.

Switch between markets below to see exactly what happens and when — from application to a fully operating company.

How it works

China: 7 steps, start to finish.

Registration to work-permit invitation runs about 25–28 working days. Add 2–4 weeks for document authentication — plan for roughly two to three months in total.

  1. 1
    Company Registration

    Business license

    Full registration with the Administration for Market Regulation. You receive your official Business License.

    ~7 working days
  2. 2
    Company Registration

    Tax bureau & company seals

    Tax registration, accounting setup and procurement of official company seals.

    ~2–5 working days
  3. 3
    Company Registration

    Entry-Exit Bureau registration

    Required before sponsoring work permits for foreign employees.

    ~3 working days
  4. 4
    Company Registration

    Corporate bank account

    We assist you in opening your RMB corporate bank account.

    ~3–5 working days
  5. 5
    Work & Residence Permit

    Work permit application

    We prepare and submit your application for the Work Permit Notification Letter, required for your Z-Visa.

    ~15 working days
  6. 6
    Work & Residence Permit

    Z-Visa application

    You apply for the Z-Visa at your nearest embassy or consulate using the Notification Letter.

    Varies by country
  7. 7
    Work & Residence Permit

    Residence permit

    After arrival: local police registration, health check, and conversion to a one-year Residence Permit.

    ~7 working days
Document Attestation

Certificates need a three-stamp chain before they travel.

Police character certificates, degree transcripts and marriage certificates aren't valid abroad on their own. Each must pass through notarization, ministry authentication, then embassy legalization — in that order. Skipping a step is the most common cause of rejection and delay, so we manage the full chain on your behalf.

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  1. 1

    Local Notary Public

    Verifies the signature and seal of the issuing authority — police, registrar, or university.

  2. 2

    Ministry of Foreign Affairs

    Authenticates the notarized document, verifying the Notary Public's signature and seal.

  3. 3

    Embassy Legalization

    The destination embassy or visa service center confirms the Ministry's seal, completing legalization.

Your business abroad starts with one conversation.

Tell us where you want to expand and we'll map out the registration, visa and banking steps specific to your situation — no obligation.

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