I set up a representative office for my international company in China, but things have not worked out. How do I go about closing the office down and discontinuing my business?
Closing down a representative office in China can be a lengthy process if it is not handled in the correct way. This is especially so if the office was not originally established entirely in accordance with the law, but rather through “back-door” connections. China’s legal system is becoming more and more transparent and administrative bodies are increasingly enforcing the law, so it pays to do things the right way. Simply walking out of the country is not the way to go! There are several steps required to close down an office. First, various documents need to be prepared and provided to the relevant authorities. A cancellation form needs to be submitted to the Industrial and Commercial Bureau, and a detailed explanation needs to be provided as to why the office is closing. Application must also be made to the local Commission of Trade and Economic Cooperation (COFTEC) or FETC. Both the representative office manager and the general manager of the parent company must sign the form. A se
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