Unit 2302, Jin Mao Tower, 88 Century Boulevard
Pudong New District, 200120 Shanghai (China)
+86 21 5228 1122
+86 21 6272 6125
Garrigues has been advising its clients on their operations in China since 1992. In 2005 we became the first Spanish law firm to obtain a permit from the Chinese Ministry of Justice to set up an office in Shanghai.
Our professionals provide integral advisory services relating to investments in China, covering all aspects. Chinese clients who invest in any of the territories in which Garrigues operates also enjoy comprehensive legal advice, thanks to the firm’s international office network and legal expertise.
Garrigues’ commitment to Latin America makes it ideally positioned to advise Latin American businesses that invest in China. Our multidisciplinary Chinese and Spanish team also assists Chinese state-owned enterprises (SOE) and private businesses with investments in Europe and in Latin America.
Our extensive experience in the Chinese legal market enables us to meet client needs, offering ongoing advisory services of the highest quality and delivering real added value and innovative technical solutions.
Our services
Automotive; Audiovisual; Banking and finances; International Trade; Distribution; Energies and Renewables; Industry and Logistics; Transport and logistics; Tourism.
Contacts
+86 21 5228 1122
Publications
China: The State Administration of Taxation expands the circumstances of issuing Tax Residency Certificate
The Chinese current rules allow issuing a Tax Residency Certificate solely for claiming tax treaty benefits. While this is the primary purpose, there are various legal, financial, and regulatory reasons for Chinese tax residents to provide this…
VAT Law Enacted: New Stage of China's VAT Legislation
After rounds of public consultation, the Value Added Tax Law of the People's Republic of China was announced on 25 December 2024 and will be effective from January 1, 2026. As one of the most important type of taxes in China, it is a remarkable…
China Legal Newsletter - October 2024
This newsletter highlights key recent developments in China’s laws and regulations. Specifically, it focuses on the laws and regulations related to foreign investment, market access, foreign debt administration, data economy, privacy and…
China: Dealing with the future tax administration on enjoying treaty benefit for preferential tax rate on dividends
Under China's tax laws, non-resident companies generally face a 10% tax on China-sourced dividends, but avoidance of Double Taxation Treaties with countries like Spain or France can reduce this to 5% if specific conditions are met. These…