China

Currency
Chinese yuan (CNY)
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
Employer Taxes
39.56 to 40.922% (Beijing)

About 

China

China, officially the People's Republic of China, is the most populous country in the world and the second-largest economy by nominal GDP. Located in East Asia, it has a diverse industrial base, a highly structured legal framework, and rapidly evolving employment laws. As a key global manufacturing and technology hub, China presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to hire and expand. However, navigating its employment landscape requires careful attention to local regulations, which often vary by province and municipality.

Overview

Population
1.4 billion
Language
Mandarin Chinese (Putonghua)
Capital
Beijing
Currency
Chinese yuan (CNY)
Country code
+86
Min wage
Varies by province and city (e.g., ¥2,320/month in Shanghai; ¥1,920/month in Beijing)
Working hours
8 hours per day
Weekdays
Monday to Friday
Work hours per week
40 hours per week

Payroll

Cycle

Monthly

Avg employer tax

~30%–40% of gross salary

Taxation

Tax breakdown - Employer

Employer Social Insurance Contributions: Varies by city, but commonly includes:

Pension Insurance
~16%
Medical Insurance
~10%
Unemployment Insurance
~0.5%–1%
Work-related Injury Insurance
~0.2%–1.9% (industry-based)
Maternity Insurance
~0.8%
Housing Fund
5%–12% (varies by city)
VAT

13% for goods, 6%–9% for services (VAT policies may vary by sector and location).

Holidays / PTO

Public holidays in 2024
  • 1 Jan: New Year Holiday
  • 1 Feb to 7 Feb: Spring Festival
  • 5 Apr: Ching Ming Festival
  • 1 May: Labor Day Holiday
  • 3 Jun: Dragon Boat Festival
  • 10 Sep: Mid-Autumn Festival
  • 1 Oct to 7 Oct: National Day Holiday

NB – these are estimated dates for national holidays and are yet to be confirmed. In addition to these dates, some regional holidays are also observed.

Sick days
  • Sick leave duration and pay vary by tenure and local policy.
  • Employees are usually paid 60%–100% of salary (or based on local average) during sick leave.
  • Medical certificates are mandatory.


Maternity leave
  • Standard Duration: 98 days, including 15 days pre-delivery
  • Extended Leave: Often extended to 128–158 days depending on province
  • Compensation: Paid by social insurance at a percentage of average earnings (local standards apply)
Paternity leave
  • Generally 7–30 days depending on province
  • Paid by employer, not covered by social insurance

Note:

  • Some cities (e.g., Beijing, Shanghai) offer additional parental leave for both parents
  • Policies are evolving, especially post-Three Child Policy reform

Termination Process

Termination

  • Termination must comply with China’s Labor Contract Law, which includes limited grounds for unilateral dismissal.
  • Permissible reasons include poor performance, mutual agreement, redundancy, or gross misconduct.

Notice Period

  • Standard: 30 days' written notice or one month’s salary in lieu
  • Probation period terminations may require only 3 days' notice
  • Unlawful termination may result in double compensation or reinstatement

Severance Pay

  • One month’s salary for each year of service
  • Employment of more than 6 months but less than a year counts as one full year
  • Capped at 3x the local average salary in some regions

Probation Period

  • Duration depends on contract length:
    • less then 1 year contract: 1 month
    • 1–3 year contract: up to 2 months
    • 3 years or open-ended contract: up to 6 months

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Tax Calculation

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Employer cost
Total monthly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross monthly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net monthly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross monthly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Employer cost
Total yearly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross yearly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net yearly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross yearly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Request a detailed quotation

China

China, officially the People's Republic of China, is the most populous country in the world and the second-largest economy by nominal GDP. Located in East Asia, it has a diverse industrial base, a highly structured legal framework, and rapidly evolving employment laws. As a key global manufacturing and technology hub, China presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to hire and expand. However, navigating its employment landscape requires careful attention to local regulations, which often vary by province and municipality.
Contractor Management
EOR
Payroll
Contractor of Record
Currency
Chinese yuan (CNY)
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
Employer Taxes
39.56 to 40.922% (Beijing)

Overview

Population
1.4 billion
Language
Mandarin Chinese (Putonghua)
Capital
Beijing
Currency
Chinese yuan (CNY)
Country code
+86
Min wage
Varies by province and city (e.g., ¥2,320/month in Shanghai; ¥1,920/month in Beijing)
Working hours
8 hours per day
Weekdays
Monday to Friday
Work hours per week
40 hours per week

Payroll

Salaried Employees
Monthly, with salaries typically paid by the end of each month
Time-Based Employees
Typically 150% of hourly wages on workdays, 200% on rest days, and 300% on public holidays
Avg employer tax

~30%–40% of gross salary

Tax Breakdown

Employer Social Insurance Contributions: Varies by city, but commonly includes:

Pension Insurance
~16%
Medical Insurance
~10%
Unemployment Insurance
~0.5%–1%
Work-related Injury Insurance
~0.2%–1.9% (industry-based)
Maternity Insurance
~0.8%
Housing Fund
5%–12% (varies by city)

VAT

VAT

13% for goods, 6%–9% for services (VAT policies may vary by sector and location).

Tax Calculation for China
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Employer cost
Total monthly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross monthly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net monthly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross monthly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Employer cost
Total yearly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross yearly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net yearly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross yearly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Request a detailed quotation
How it works

Onboarding Process

Onboarding in China typically includes the following steps to ensure a smooth transition for new hires:

Employment Contract

  • Must be written and signed within one month of employment start
  • Must include job title, compensation, working hours, location, social insurance, and termination conditions

Social Insurance Registration

Employers must enroll new employees in social security and housing fund schemes within 30 days

Tax Setup

Employers must register employees with local tax authorities for withholding purposes

Work Permits for Foreign Hires

  • Must obtain a Z-visa and work permit before onboarding
  • Residence permit required within 30 days of arrival

Employee Orientation

  • Introduce company culture, code of conduct, internal policies, and reporting lines
  • Provide training for health and safety, data protection, and job-specific tools

Probation Period Review

Employers should conduct a performance review before probation ends and decide on confirmation, extension, or dismissal

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Key Elements of an Employment Contract in China
When drafting an employment contract for employees in China, the following key elements should be included:

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

Employee Leave Policies

Sick days
  • Sick leave duration and pay vary by tenure and local policy.
  • Employees are usually paid 60%–100% of salary (or based on local average) during sick leave.
  • Medical certificates are mandatory.


Maternity leave
  • Standard Duration: 98 days, including 15 days pre-delivery
  • Extended Leave: Often extended to 128–158 days depending on province
  • Compensation: Paid by social insurance at a percentage of average earnings (local standards apply)
Paternity leave
  • Generally 7–30 days depending on province
  • Paid by employer, not covered by social insurance

Note:

  • Some cities (e.g., Beijing, Shanghai) offer additional parental leave for both parents
  • Policies are evolving, especially post-Three Child Policy reform
7 Public holidays in China

Note: Some holidays involve "make-up" working days before/after the break.

1st
New Year’s Day
1st
Spring Festival (Chinese New Year)
2nd
Spring Festival (Chinese New Year)
3rd
Spring Festival (Chinese New Year)
4th
Spring Festival (Chinese New Year)
5th
Spring Festival (Chinese New Year)
6th
Spring Festival (Chinese New Year)
7th
Spring Festival (Chinese New Year)
5th
Qingming Festival (Tomb Sweeping Day)
1st
Labor Day
1st
Dragon Boat Festival
2nd
Dragon Boat Festival
3rd
Dragon Boat Festival
28th
Mid-Autumn Festival
29th
Mid-Autumn Festival
30th
Mid-Autumn Festival
1st
National Day
2nd
National Day
3rd
National Day
4th
National Day
5th
National Day
6th
National Day
7th
National Day
  • 1 Jan: New Year Holiday
  • 1 Feb to 7 Feb: Spring Festival
  • 5 Apr: Ching Ming Festival
  • 1 May: Labor Day Holiday
  • 3 Jun: Dragon Boat Festival
  • 10 Sep: Mid-Autumn Festival
  • 1 Oct to 7 Oct: National Day Holiday

NB – these are estimated dates for national holidays and are yet to be confirmed. In addition to these dates, some regional holidays are also observed.

Termination Process

Termination

  • Termination must comply with China’s Labor Contract Law, which includes limited grounds for unilateral dismissal.
  • Permissible reasons include poor performance, mutual agreement, redundancy, or gross misconduct.

Notice Period

  • Standard: 30 days' written notice or one month’s salary in lieu
  • Probation period terminations may require only 3 days' notice
  • Unlawful termination may result in double compensation or reinstatement

Severance Pay

  • One month’s salary for each year of service
  • Employment of more than 6 months but less than a year counts as one full year
  • Capped at 3x the local average salary in some regions

Probation Period

  • Duration depends on contract length:
    • less then 1 year contract: 1 month
    • 1–3 year contract: up to 2 months
    • 3 years or open-ended contract: up to 6 months

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

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China

العملة
Chinese yuan (CNY)
تردد الرواتب
Monthly
ضرائب أصحاب العمل
39.56 to 40.922% (Beijing)

عن 

China

China, officially the People's Republic of China, is the most populous country in the world and the second-largest economy by nominal GDP. Located in East Asia, it has a diverse industrial base, a highly structured legal framework, and rapidly evolving employment laws. As a key global manufacturing and technology hub, China presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to hire and expand. However, navigating its employment landscape requires careful attention to local regulations, which often vary by province and municipality.

ملخص

التركيبة السكانية
1.4 billion
اللغة
Mandarin Chinese (Putonghua)
العاصمة
Beijing
العملة
Chinese yuan (CNY)
رمز الاتصال الدولي
+86
الحد الأدنى للأجور
Varies by province and city (e.g., ¥2,320/month in Shanghai; ¥1,920/month in Beijing)
ساعات العمل
8 hours per day
أيام الأسبوع
Monday to Friday
ساعات العمل اسبوعيا
40 hours per week

الرواتب

موعد صرف الرواتب

Monthly

متوسط ​​ضريبة صاحب العمل

~30%–40% of gross salary

تحصيل الضرائب

التوزيع الضريبي - صاحب العمل

Employer Social Insurance Contributions: Varies by city, but commonly includes:

Pension Insurance
~16%
Medical Insurance
~10%
Unemployment Insurance
~0.5%–1%
Work-related Injury Insurance
~0.2%–1.9% (industry-based)
Maternity Insurance
~0.8%
Housing Fund
5%–12% (varies by city)
ضريبة القيمة المضافة

13% for goods, 6%–9% for services (VAT policies may vary by sector and location).

العطل / PTO

العطلات الرسمية في عام 2024
  • 1 Jan: New Year Holiday
  • 1 Feb to 7 Feb: Spring Festival
  • 5 Apr: Ching Ming Festival
  • 1 May: Labor Day Holiday
  • 3 Jun: Dragon Boat Festival
  • 10 Sep: Mid-Autumn Festival
  • 1 Oct to 7 Oct: National Day Holiday

NB – these are estimated dates for national holidays and are yet to be confirmed. In addition to these dates, some regional holidays are also observed.

الإجازات المرضية
  • Sick leave duration and pay vary by tenure and local policy.
  • Employees are usually paid 60%–100% of salary (or based on local average) during sick leave.
  • Medical certificates are mandatory.


إجازة الأمومة
  • Standard Duration: 98 days, including 15 days pre-delivery
  • Extended Leave: Often extended to 128–158 days depending on province
  • Compensation: Paid by social insurance at a percentage of average earnings (local standards apply)
إجازة الأبوة
  • Generally 7–30 days depending on province
  • Paid by employer, not covered by social insurance

Note:

  • Some cities (e.g., Beijing, Shanghai) offer additional parental leave for both parents
  • Policies are evolving, especially post-Three Child Policy reform

إنهاء العقد

عملية الإنهاء

Termination

  • Termination must comply with China’s Labor Contract Law, which includes limited grounds for unilateral dismissal.
  • Permissible reasons include poor performance, mutual agreement, redundancy, or gross misconduct.

Notice Period

  • Standard: 30 days' written notice or one month’s salary in lieu
  • Probation period terminations may require only 3 days' notice
  • Unlawful termination may result in double compensation or reinstatement

Severance Pay

  • One month’s salary for each year of service
  • Employment of more than 6 months but less than a year counts as one full year
  • Capped at 3x the local average salary in some regions

Probation Period

  • Duration depends on contract length:
    • less then 1 year contract: 1 month
    • 1–3 year contract: up to 2 months
    • 3 years or open-ended contract: up to 6 months
فترة الإشعار

Typical notice periods are 30 days, although employers also have the option to give payment in lieu of notice.

مكافأة نهاية الخدمة

Employers are required to offer severance pay to eligible employers, with the amount varying depending on their length of service. Employees can receive one month’s regular salary per year of service up to a maximum of 12 months of pay.

فترة الاختبار

Probation periods in China are typically between one and six months.

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تكلفة صاحب العمل
إجمالي تكلفة التوظيف الشهرية
GBP 9,633
إجمالي تكاليف الراتب الشهري
GBP 8,334
الضرائب والمساهمات المقدرة
GBP 8,334
تكلفة الموظف
صافي الراتب الشهري
GBP 5,137
الراتب الشهري الإجمالي
GBP 8,334
الضرائب المقدرة والضمان الاجتماعي
GBP 8,334
تكلفة صاحب العمل
إجمالي تكلفة التوظيف السنوية
GBP 9,633
إجمالي تكاليف الرواتب السنوية
GBP 8,334
الضرائب والمساهمات المقدرة
GBP 8,334
تكلفة الموظف
صافي الراتب السنوي
GBP 5,137
الراتب السنوي الإجمالي
GBP 8,334
الضرائب المقدرة والضمان الاجتماعي
GBP 8,334
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