As an important gateway for international exchanges in Beijing

Chaoyang District offers a broad platform

for foreigners to seek jobs and start businesses

What are the basic requirements and steps?

What are the important tips to be kept in mind?

Keep this guide handy for the information you need!

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Platform for Foreigners Looking for Jobs in Beijing Chaoyang

(https://english.bjchy.gov.cn/work-chinastart-chaoyang )

Beijing Chaoyang, an open and inclusive district is embracing more and more foreigners to work here

The international version of the Beijing Chaoyang website

provides a guidance in its Job & Service section

(https://english.bjchy.gov.cn/work-chinastart-chaoyang)

To keep foreign residents better informed of our employment services

the Foreign Affairs Office of Chaoyang District of Beijing Municipality and “ChinaJOB”, an English website affiliated with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security

have jointly launched an employment information section

themed “Work in China, start in Chaoyang”

on the website of Beijing Chaoyang

Here, job postings will be regularly updated

You can browse job requirements

and submit your applications online

Here, you can also read

stories of foreigners working in China and

news on job fairs and employment training programs

By providing quality services

this platform aims to attract more international talents

and boost innovation in Beijing Chaoyang

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What Challenges You may Face when Starting a Business in Beijing Chaoyang?

Living in a foreign country, unfamiliar with policies

it could be a challenge for foreigners to start a business

We’ll address all your concerns here:

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What favorable policies/support are available for international talents to invest or start a business in Beijing Chaoyang?

International Talent Entrepreneurship Conference (ITEC):

Through ITEC, Beijing Chaoyang extends a comprehensive financial and policy support to entrepreneurs from around the world. ITEC has established itself as the premier destination for global innovators, offering a suite of services including entrepreneurial incubation, investment connection, and policy advisory.

Beijing Chaoyang “Phoenix Program”:

The “Phoenix Program” is an important talent initiative implemented by Beijing Chaoyang to attract high-level talents from both within China and abroad. Through talent identification, it coordinates various high-quality resources and professional forces to provide a comprehensive package of integrated services for talents in areas such as innovation and entrepreneurship, children's education, medical support, housing, and convenient transportation. To further expand channels for attracting overseas talents and encourage those interested in working in Chaoyang to participate in the “Phoenix Program”, talents can even apply to this program after having obtained a letter of intent for employment, and be provided with corresponding services when they officially start work. 

Foreign Talent Service Mechanism:

Beijing Chaoyang strives to deepen and expand its service mechanisms and promote convenient services for foreign talent, facilitating convenient services such as social insurance, visa and residence permits. Additionally, the district is advancing key projects such as the Wangjing International Talent Community, international schools, and international hospitals, aiming to provide high-quality services for overseas talents.

Besides, to encourage foreigners to innovate and start their businesses in Beijing Chaoyang, the district has implemented a variety of measures. These include promotion of Chaoyang International Talent One-stop Service Platform, “Two Zones” policy, preferential policies for industrial parks, business service platform support, and startup fund for industrial development, etc,.

What are the procedures for foreigners to start a business in Beijing Chaoyang?

In most cases, enterprises that meet market access requirements, whether they are foreign-invested or domestic, apply similar standard.

·Online ID authentication:

Foreign individual investors must complete ID authentication through online facial information collection. This service can be accessed at the WeChat Mini APP of Beijing’s “E Chuang Tong” enterprise service platform (Note: Applicants for this service must have a Chinese mobile phone number or bank account).

·Registration Materials for Enterprise Set-up:

including but not limited to

A complete business registration application form

Articles of Incorporation

ID documents of the investor(s) (those who have passed the online ID authentication may not need to submit notarization and certification documents)

Appointment documents for the legal representative(s) and executive(s)

Proof of the registered address

·Submitting Application for Enterprise Registration:

The application for enterprise establishment registration can be submitted through the “E Chuang Tong” online platform or the official website of the Beijing Municipal Administration for Market Regulation. The submitted materials should include the Articles of Association, ID proof of the investor(s), appointment documents of the legal representative(s) and executive(s), proof of the enterprise registered address, among others.

What should foreigners pay attention to when starting a business in Beijing Chaoyang?

ID Authentication:

Foreign individuals can complete online ID authentication through the “E Chuang Tong” platform to ensure the authenticity and legality of their ID information. This step is a prerequisite for enterprise establishment.

Handling legal representative and shareholder documents:

For legal representatives and shareholders not residing in China, it is necessary to ensure that their relevant documents (e.g., passports, proof of identity, authorization letters, etc.) are professionally translated and certified by Chinese embassies or consulates abroad. This helps ensure the legal validity of their documents in China.

Understanding the whole process:

Entrepreneurs are advised to seek detailed guidance from market supervision departments or professional service agencies to familiarize themselves with the overall business registration process, including name pre-approval, industrial and commercial registration, tax registration, and bank account opening.

Continual compliance monitoring:

After establishment, enterprises should keep updated of changes in laws and regulations to ensure the compliance of business operations. Enterprises are advised to enhance their awareness and capability of compliance, particularly concerning tax-related matters, through regular legal training and consultation.

Understanding relevant laws and regulations:

Entrepreneurs should thoroughly study China’s enterprise law, company law, tax law, labor law, intellectual property law, etc., especially laws and regulations related to business operations. If an enterprise is involved in any specific industry, such as finance, healthcare, and education, it should understand in detail the requirements for entry and licensing and the industrial standards, and apply for relevant industrial permits if necessary.

Having read this

you’ve probably had a better understanding of matters about

employment and entrepreneurship in Beijing Chaoyang

From policy incentives to support in information, resource, and platform

our guidance will always be available

for your career or entrepreneurial journey here in Beijing Chaoyang!

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Pursue your dreams and realize your value

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