Expanding your business to China, Hong Kong, or Singapore? Before you register your company, avoid the 5 costly mistakes that trap founders from “high-risk” countries like those in Central Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. From choosing the wrong jurisdiction to hiring cheap agents, this guide helps you build a real, compliant business—not just a paper entity.

Starting a company in Asia when you’re from a “high-risk” country? It’s more than just filling forms — it’s about proving you’re real, legal, and bankable. This guide walks you through real-world mistakes, 8 key questions to ask before setup, and how to structure your business for success in China, Hong Kong, or Singapore. Start with clarity — not with a stamp.

Ready to open a company in China? This step-by-step guide covers the full process — from strategy and document prep to name approval, tax setup, and bank accounts. Learn what really matters for foreign founders: legal rep travel, red flags in banking, and how to avoid early mistakes.

What stops some founders from going global — even if they’re smart, legit, and hardworking? Often, just their passport. In this honest piece, Roman shares how being Russian turned his business into a “high-risk” case — even without doing anything illegal. But also what helped him push through. A must-read for anyone from a “complex” country trying to build something bigger.

Opening a company in China isn’t just paperwork — it’s about building a real business on the ground. This intro explains why China is different from Hong Kong or Singapore, what often goes wrong, and what this step-by-step guide will cover. If you want to do it right — or decide if you should do it at all — start here.

Do you really need a company in mainland China — or are you chasing a myth? In this detailed breakdown, we uncover six common misconceptions and five real reasons to incorporate. From VAT refunds and hiring to serious trade and local sales — learn when it makes sense to go all-in, and when Hong Kong or a local partner is the smarter move.

Yes, your Chinese company can sponsor a foreigner — even you. But it’s not automatic. From real office space to a points-based system, China has strict rules for work visas. Here’s what you need to qualify, how the process works, and why timing and local rules matter more than you think.

Taxes in China are serious — and very real. This guide breaks down what actually applies to you: VAT, corporate tax, personal income tax, social insurance, and withholding. No fluff — just clear numbers, rules, and what foreign founders often miss. If you’re starting a real business in China, read this before you price, hire, or send money abroad.

Can you take dividends from your Chinese company? Yes — but only after taxes, audits, and paperwork. This guide explains how to repatriate profits legally, what withholding tax applies, and when keeping money in China might be the smarter move. If you’re thinking about cashing out — read this first.