FAQ

Frequently asked questions from Chinese companies expanding to Italy

We’ve the questions most frequently asked by Chinese entrepreneurs and managers during the evaluation phase. If your question isn’t listed, you can contact us directly.

The average timeline is 4–8 weeks from the signing of the engagement letter. The process covers drafting of the articles of association, execution of the notarial deed, registration with the Companies Register, and opening of a corporate bank account. Rxconsult manages the entire procedure.

No. A Chinese national can be appointed as director of an Italian SRL without any residency requirement. However, if the sole director is non-resident, there may be tax implications related to the company’s fiscal residency that should be assessed in advance.

Italian companies pay IRES (Corporate Income Tax) at a rate of 24%, plus IRAP (Regional Tax on Productive Activities), generally at 3.9%. Preferential regimes apply to research, development, and innovation activities.

It depends on the product category. CE marking is mandatory for many categories including machinery, electrical equipment, medical devices, toys, and PPE. Rxconsult, through Ing. Marco Ussei, offers a free preliminary assessment to determine whether your product falls within the scope of a European Directive or Regulation.

Yes, but the transfer is subject to Chinese foreign exchange regulations (SAFE) and Italian anti-money laundering procedures. The share capital contribution must be documented and traceable. We recommend planning this step well in advance to avoid delays in opening the bank account.

Rxconsult handles all employment compliance: contracts, payroll, INPS and INAIL registration, management of resignations and terminations. For executive search and recruitment, we connect you with specialist partners.