FAQs: How to do biz in mainland

A woman signs a form at a job fair for foreigners in Beijing. [Photo/VCG]

As a foreign national now living in China, I've a potential business idea that I think would benefit China. I've even shortlisted potential investors. What do I need to do next?

If you have graduated from a Chinese university, you can apply for an entrepreneur visa with letters of support for your application (in the prescribed certificate format) from your financiers, university, startup incubator or the industrial park you are based in, along with a copy of your viable business plan.

The university concerned also provides detailed information on the local laws and regulations. You can consult your university career office for more specific guidance.

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