China's Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Services

Structure overseas investments, manage ODI filings and Circular 37 requirements, and coordinate compliance across markets.

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Our China ODI Engagement Process?

We help you move through the ODI process with the right structure, filings, and regulatory steps in place.

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Investment Route Review

Assess the investment structure, destination market, ownership and funding approach.

ODI Filing Preparation

Prepare the required information and supporting documents for the applicable ODI filings and approvals.

Regulatory Submission

Coordinate submissions with the relevant authorities and address any follow-up requirements.

Foreign Exchange Registration

Support foreign exchange registration and related banking procedures before funds are remitted overseas.

Post-Investment Compliance

Manage ongoing reporting, investment changes and other compliance requirements after completion.

Overseas Business Consulting

Guidance on overseas investment options and practical strategies for international expansion.

Enterprise Structure Establishment

Support for establishing overseas entities and ownership structures aligned with investment objectives.

ODI Filing

Preparation and coordination of ODI filings and supporting documentation for outbound investments.

Investment Due Diligence

Assessment of commercial, regulatory and operational factors for potential overseas investments.

Benefit from our ODI services covering over 50 regions across Asia, Europe, America, Africa, and Oceania, ensuring seamless overseas operations and local compliance.

Reduce operational costs by leveraging our expertise in establishing and managing cost-effective overseas structures.

Benefit from increased confidentiality and security measures to protect business interests and sensitive information.

Circular 37 sets out regulatory requirements for certain overseas investment structures involving Chinese entities or individuals. Compliance with Circular 37 is often needed when establishing or managing overseas entities linked to Chinese investments.

Outbound direct investment (ODI) refers to overseas investment made by a company into entities, operations, or business activities outside its home market . ODI support helps businesses manage the filing, structuring, and compliance steps involved in expanding overseas.

ODI services may include overseas business consulting, enterprise structure establishment, ODI filing, and investment due diligence. These services help businesses at different stages of overseas expansion.

ODI filing is an important part of overseas investment planning because it covers key regulatory and procedural steps when setting up or investing in overseas entities.

Companies typically structure overseas investments by assessing investment pathways, establishing the appropriate enterprise structure, and completing due diligence and filing requirements before implementation.

ODI services support Chinese companies expanding overseas by helping them plan investment structures, manage filing requirements, and navigate regulatory requirements linked to cross-border business operations.

Businesses can get support with ODI and Circular 37 compliance by working with a service provider that helps with investment structuring, filing requirements, and regulatory processes. Ascentium provides ODI support through InCorp International, including overseas business consulting, enterprise structure establishment, ODI filing, and investment due diligence.

China's Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Services

What Does China Outbound Direct Investment (ODI) Involve?

Our China ODI Engagement Process?

Investment Route Review

ODI Filing Preparation

Regulatory Submission

Foreign Exchange Registration

Post-Investment Compliance

Our ODI Services

Overseas Business Consulting

Enterprise Structure Establishment

ODI Filing

Investment Due Diligence

Benefits of Our ODI Services

Global Support Across 50+ Regions

Strategic Cost Management

Enhanced Confidentiality and Security

Jurisdictions We Service

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Circular 37 and why is it important for overseas investment?

What is outbound direct investment (ODI)?

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Why is ODI filing important for overseas expansion?

How do companies structure overseas investments under ODI?

How can ODI services support Chinese companies going global?

How can businesses get help with ODI and Circular 37 compliance?

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