Incorporation and Company Formation

Successfully navigate the complexities of setting up a business in foreign markets with the help of expert legal support. From understanding local regulations to structuring your operations, expert guidance ensures compliance, reduces risks, and helps you establish a solid foundation for growth abroad.

Challenges Faced by SMEs in Incorporation and Company Formation

  • Understanding Local Laws: Navigating the legal requirements and procedures in different jurisdictions.
  • Administrative Burden: Managing the paperwork and regulatory requirements.
  • Compliance: Ensuring all legal and regulatory obligations are met to avoid penalties.

What Should an SME Do Facing This Issue in a Foreign Country?

  • Conduct Thorough Research: Understand the incorporation process in the target market.
  • Seek Expert Legal Advice: Consult with local legal experts to ensure compliance and smooth setup.
  • Implement Robust Processes: Develop systems to handle the administrative aspects of incorporation.

Common Scenarios

Foreign Direct Investment

Investment in, setting up, managing, and closing business entities in foreign markets, including subsidiaries, partnerships, or joint ventures.

Cross-border Services

Provision of professional or business services to foreign clients without establishing a physical presence.

Export and International Sales

Sale and export of goods and products to foreign markets, including direct sales and sales through distributors.

Import and Procurement

Purchase, import, and procurement of goods, products, and/or parts from foreign exporters and suppliers.

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Philippines

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Canada

  • Legal Requirements: Must comply with the Canada Business Corporations Act (CBCA) or provincial equivalents.
  • Types of Entities: Corporation, Partnership, Sole Proprietorship.
  • Registration Process: Requires filing incorporation documents with federal or provincial authorities and obtaining a Business Number (BN) from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
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Hong Kong

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Brazil

  • Legal Requirements: Must comply with the Brazilian Civil Code.
  • Types of Entities: Limited Liability Company (LTDA), Corporation (SA).
  • Registration Process: Involves registering with the Board of Trade (Junta Commercial) and obtaining a Taxpayer Identification Number (CNPJ).
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India

  • Legal Requirements: Must comply with the Companies Act, 2013.
  • Types of Entities: Private Limited Company, Public Limited Company, LLP, etc.
  • Registration Process: Requires obtaining Digital Signature Certificates (DSC), Director Identification Numbers (DIN), and filing incorporation documents with the Registrar of Companies (ROC).
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Vietnam

  • Legal Requirements: Must comply with the Enterprise Law.
  • Types of Entities: Limited Liability Company (LLC), Joint Stock Company (JSC), Partnership.
  • Registration Process: Requires obtaining an Investment Registration Certificate (IRC) and Enterprise Registration Certificate (ERC) from the Department of Planning and Investment (DPI).
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China

  • Legal Requirements: Must comply with the Company Law of the People's Republic of China.
  • Types of Entities: Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise (WFOE), Joint Venture (JV), Representative Office (RO).
  • Registration Process: Involves approval from the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) and registration with the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR).
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U.S

  • Legal Requirements: Must comply with state-specific corporate laws.
  • Types of Entities: Corporation, Limited Liability Company (LLC), Partnership.
  • Registration Process: Involves filing incorporation documents with the Secretary of State and obtaining an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS.
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Indonesia

  • Legal Requirements: Must comply with the Company Law.
  • Types of Entities: Limited Liability Company (PT), Representative Office.
  • Registration Process: Involves obtaining a Deed of Establishment, approval from the Ministry of Law and Human Rights, and registration with the Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM).
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Malaysia

  • Legal Requirements: Must comply with the Companies Act 2016.
  • Types of Entities: Private Limited Company (Sdn Bhd), Public Limited Company (Bhd).
  • Registration Process: Requires filing incorporation documents with the Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM).
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Thailand

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Daniel Li

Daniel Li
Subject Expertise
Foreign Direct Investment
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Private Equity / Venture Capital (PE/VC)
,
Mergers and Acquisitions
,
Capital Markets & Securities
,
Commercial Contracts
,
China

Haiping Deng

Haiping Deng
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Corporate
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Commercial Contracts
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Mergers and Acquisitions
,
Private Equity / Venture Capital (PE/VC)
,
China

Sylvia Zhang

Sylvia Zhang
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Corporate
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Commercial Contracts
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Dispute Resolution
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Employment
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Foreign Direct Investment
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China

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Hongli Sun
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Commercial Contracts
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Corporate
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Dispute Resolution
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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China

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Joseph Xue
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Corporate
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Private Equity / Venture Capital (PE/VC)
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Commercial Contracts
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China

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Bing Li
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Corporate
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Commercial Contracts
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Canada

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Yin Zhang
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Canada

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Customer Support Trustiics
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Corporate
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Regulatory Compliance
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Immigration
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Canada

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Thassiane Gossler
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Corporate
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Commercial Contracts
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Other
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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Canada

Martin Aquilina

Martin Aquilina
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Commercial Contracts
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Dispute Resolution
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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Emilia Shi
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Capital Markets & Securities
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Commercial Contracts
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Corporate
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Dispute Resolution
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Employment
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China

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Maarten Roos
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Dispute Resolution
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Employment
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Foreign Direct Investment
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China

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Frank Lin
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Corporate
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Private Equity / Venture Capital (PE/VC)
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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China

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Susan Wang
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Corporate
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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Other
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Commercial Contracts
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China

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Hua Wang
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Corporate
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Commercial Contracts
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Capital Markets & Securities
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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China

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Kun Tong
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Banking
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Corporate
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Capital Markets & Securities
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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China

Phil Wang

Phil Wang
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Corporate
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Commercial Contracts
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Capital Markets & Securities
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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China

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Jay Chen
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Commercial Contracts
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Corporate
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Dispute Resolution
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Employment
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Foreign Direct Investment
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China

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Katherine Liu
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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Corporate
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Dispute Resolution
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China

Mary Mao

Mary Mao
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Corporate
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Commercial Contracts
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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Bankruptcy & Insolvency
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Foreign Direct Investment
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China

Andy Qian

Andy Qian
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Commercial Contracts
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Corporate
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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Private Equity / Venture Capital (PE/VC)
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China

Frances Feng

Frances Feng
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Private Equity / Venture Capital (PE/VC)
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Corporate
,
Commercial Contracts
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Canada

Emily Wu

Emily Wu
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Private Equity / Venture Capital (PE/VC)
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Mergers and Acquisitions
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Other
,
Foreign Direct Investment
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Corporate
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India

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Abhishek Esq.
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Corporate
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Employment
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Allex Estolano
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Corporate
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China

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Bessie LIU
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Regulatory Compliance
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Catherine Ou
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Dispute Resolution
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Immigration
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Foreign Direct Investment
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Connie Dai
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Corporate
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Employment
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Other
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Fenny Tohir Tohir
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Jie Han
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Family and Marriage
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Canada

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Immigration
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Lee Zhang
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Adv. Manish Bhojwani
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Phebe Chan
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Robert Wright
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