Do international companies have to pay sales tax?

Foreign companies must comply with sales tax in much the same manner US based remote businesses. Businesses, both in the US and outside our borders, are responsible for collecting sales tax in the states in which they have established nexus.

Is Shopify only for us?

Shopify Payments is available only to stores in certain countries and regions. With Shopify Payments you’re automatically set up to accept all major payment methods as soon as you create your Shopify store.

Do I need to collect taxes on Shopify?

Shopify is not required to collect and remit sales tax in behalf of its sellers. Therefore, Shopify doesn’t fall under marketplace facilitator laws that require stores like Amazon or Ebay to collect and remit sales tax for its sellers. So, the Shopify seller is responsible for remitting sales tax to the states.

Can I use Shopify payment in China?

Shopify Payments is not currently available to merchants in China. You’re charged transaction fees each time a customer makes a purchase using PayPal or a third-party payment provider.

Is Shopify available in China?

Shopify currently has no servers in China, but can be accessed there, with some caveats.

Can I use US Shopify payment in China?

Shopify Payments is not currently available to merchants in China. You’re charged transaction fees each time a customer makes a purchase using PayPal or a third-party payment provider. Learn more about Third-party payment providers.

Should I Sell my Chinese company?

If in the future you think to sell your Chinese company, then it is possible that it would be to your benefit to own a foreign “controlling” company, or a company outside of China that controls, in your place, the shares of your Chinese company.

Can a non-US citizen start a business in the US?

While anyone (citizen or not) can start a business in the US, working for and living in the US requires additional documentation. Before you start a business in the USA as a non-citizen residing in the country, be sure to do the following: Have a well-thought-out business plan. Verify your source of initial capital.

How to start a company in China as a foreigner?

Starting a company in China: WFOE (Wholly Foreign Owned Entity) Every company that is controlled by a quota equal or superior to 25\% by foreigners is considered a FIE (Foreign Invested Enterprise). The most common FIE is the WFOE (Wholly Foreign Owned Entity), that is, as the name suggests, a legal entity completely owned by foreigners.

How to apply for a business license in China?

Here is a list of necessary documents to apply for your business license: An application form; The Articles of Association; The newly-acquired approval certificate; The name of the company in Chinese, pre-approved by the AIC; A copy of the business licenses of the company investors (these too pre-approved);