The general process is: (1) investment permit application, (2) company name pre-check, (3) capital remittance and audit report, (4) company registration, (5) business registration, and (6) bank account opening. Steps may vary depending on the industry, capital size, and shareholder structure, so planning ahead is important.
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A subsidiary (limited company) operates as an independent Taiwanese entity, while a branch is an extension of the parent company with its own operating funds but direct parent liability. Tax treatment, business scope, and future plans differ for each, so we recommend consulting to determine the best fit.
If you no longer wish to operate, the remaining assets can be remitted back to your home country through dissolution and liquidation procedures. There is a set sequence of investment permit cancellation, tax clearance, and bank account closure, so professional assistance is recommended.
A business address is required for company registration. In addition to renting your own office, co-working spaces or commercial registered addresses are available, though some industries may require actual business premises.
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