Set up a Taiwan company, done properly.

Which company type is right?

Most foreign investors choose a limited company (有限公司). It can have a single corporate or individual shareholder, its governance is simple, and it can do everything a business needs: sign contracts, invoice customers, lease an office and employ staff.

A company limited by shares (股份有限公司) suits groups that expect outside investors, an employee share plan or an eventual listing. It requires a board and supervisors, so it carries more administration.

A branch office (分公司) of your overseas company can also trade in Taiwan. It is not a separate legal person, so the parent carries its liabilities directly. We will set out the trade-offs for your case on the first call.

The process, step by step

• Name and scope. We reserve your Chinese company name and select the business scope codes that match what you will actually do.
• Foreign investment approval. We file with the Ministry of Economic Affairs’ Department of Investment Review, with your corporate documents notarised and legalised where needed.
• Capital injection. You remit the share capital into a preparatory bank account. The investment is then confirmed with the authorities.
• Capital verification. A Taiwan certified public accountant verifies the paid-in capital.
• Company registration. We file the registration and prepare your company seals.
• Tax and bank. We register for business tax and convert the preparatory account into your operating account.

How much capital do I need?

Taiwan has no general minimum capital for a limited company, but the capital must be real and verified. If you plan to sponsor foreign managers or professionals for work permits, higher paid-in capital or a revenue track record is usually expected. We will tell you the figure that fits your hiring plan before you remit anything.

Investors from mainland China

Investment by mainland Chinese individuals and companies follows a separate, stricter approval regime with a narrower list of permitted sectors. Tell us early if any shareholder, direct or indirect, is from mainland China.