Payroll in China

3.5 CPD hours

half day

Understanding payroll in China is essential for organisations employing staff there or planning to expand into the market. The Payroll Centre’s dedicated course gives you a comprehensive and practical overview of China’s payroll rules, helping you manage compliance confidently whether processing payroll in‑house or overseeing an outsourced provider.

China’s payroll landscape includes specific tax obligations, social insurance requirements and employment law elements that can be unfamiliar to teams outside the region. This course equips you with the knowledge to interpret these requirements and ensure that payroll activity meets legal obligations.

Who This Course Is For

Payroll professionals managing international operations
HR leaders responsible for China workforce compliance
Finance and tax staff involved in payroll oversight
Businesses hiring or operating in China
Teams deciding on in‑house vs outsourced payroll

What You’ll Achieve

A clear understanding of Chinese payroll legislation
Ability to manage payroll compliance locally or with a provider
Confidence to review and oversee outsourced payroll services
Knowledge of key payroll reporting and statutory requirements

Tax authority overview
Income tax withholding obligations
Tax calculation including concessions for expatriates

Pension, medical, unemployment and maternity insurance
Housing fund and other statutory contributions

Monthly and annual payroll reporting
Administration of statutory insurance and reporting

Working time, paid leave and sick leave
Termination and severance principles

Use of official sites and English forms
Residency rules for foreign employees

Yes, it provides a comprehensive overview for beginners and experienced professionals alike.

Yes, tax, social insurance and employment law topics are all covered.

Yes, it’s designed to help you decide between in‑house and outsourced payroll management.

Yes, the course includes mandatory monthly and annual reporting requirements.

Delegates receive a course manual and local documentation in English where available.

From

£399.00 +VAT

Know Chinese Tax & Social Insurance Rules: Understand income tax withholding and social insurance obligations.
Compliant Payroll Management: Learn how to ensure payroll is processed in line with local legislation.
Understand Employment Law Impact: Learn how statutory rights like leave and working time affect payroll.