What are the types of companies that foreigners can register in China?

Foreign investors can register several types of business entities in China depending on their goals and risk preferences.
The main types include:

·     Limited Liability Company (LLC): The most common form for full foreign ownership, with liability limited to capital contribution.

·     Joint Stock Company (JSC): Suitable for larger ventures, allowing public fundraising.

·     General Partnership (GP): Two or more partners share management and bear unlimited joint liability.

·     Limited Partnership (LP): Combines general and limited partners, offering flexibility and reduced liability for limited partners.

·     Special General Partnership (SGP): Typically for professional firms; partners bear limited liability except for personal fault.

·     Branch of a Foreign Company: Operates under the foreign headquarters’ liability.

·     Representative Office (RO): For liaison or market research; not permitted to engage in profit-making activities