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Family Reunion
Pathways for spouses, children, and other family members to join a foreign national in China—or plan cross-border family status alongside work and tax residence.
17 articles · Latest update 05 Aug 2026
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05 Aug 2026
Cross-Border Wills and Inheritance: A Practical Checklist for Families with UK Assets
Families who hold assets in both the United Kingdom and China often assume that one simple will is enough. In practice, cross-border estates raise a series of questions that are b…
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05 Aug 2026
UK Tax Residence for Chinese Families: What to Check Before the Move
Moving to the United Kingdom is a major life decision, and one of the first questions families ask is whether they will be treated as UK tax residents and, if so, from which date.…
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05 Aug 2026
Cross-Border Surrogacy and China-Connected Families: Legal Characterisation and Risk
This article explains how Chinese and host-country law characterise surrogacy, parentage, and related documents—and where recognition, registration, and immigration of a child com…
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05 Aug 2026
Underage Overseas Study and Guardianship for China-Connected Families: Legal Risk Guide
Sending a minor to school abroad creates a cluster of legal roles: parental responsibility under Chinese family law, host-country guardianship or caregiver arrangements, school co…
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05 Aug 2026
Dual Tax Residence China: Domestic Tests and Treaty Tie-Breakers (2026)
Not legal or tax advice. Treaties and domestic residence tests change. This page is two tax homes and the tie-break — not the six-year worldwide exemption and not CRS mechanics.A…
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04 Aug 2026
Family Tax Residence, CRS and FATCA: Cross-Border Decision Gateway
Cross-border families should not start with a bank form. Start by mapping each person's domestic tax residence, possible treaty position, accounts, entities and controlling-person…
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23 Jul 2026
Land Expropriation and Urban Renewal in China: Legal Rights of Foreign Investors
China's rapid urbanization has made land expropriation and urban renewal a significant area of legal practice. For foreign investors with real estate holdings or long-term leaseho…
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23 Jul 2026
Administrative Disputes in China: Legal Framework and Practical Guidance for Foreign Businesses
Foreign businesses operating in China must navigate a complex legal landscape that differs significantly from their home jurisdictions. Understanding the Chinese legal framework g…
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16 Jul 2026
Family Reunion Visas for Foreign Nationals in China: A Comprehensive Guide
Field counsel: Directory practice aligned with Jie Li, Family Reunion. Cross-check action steps on the status hub. Last linked: 7 August 2026. Family & living cluster: Living in C…
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16 Jul 2026
Criminal Appeals in China: How to Challenge a Conviction as a Foreigner
The Criminal Appeal System in China China's criminal justice system provides defendants with the right to appeal convictions and sentences through a structured appellate process.…
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16 Jul 2026
Criminal Litigation in China: A Guide for Foreign Nationals Facing Charges
Understanding Criminal Procedure in China Foreign nationals who become involved in China's criminal justice system often find the process unfamiliar and intimidating. Unlike the a…
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16 Jul 2026
Drug Offenses in China: What Foreign Nationals Need to Know About the Law
China's Strict Drug Laws China maintains some of the strictest drug control laws in the world. The combination of severe criminal penalties, aggressive enforcement, and zero-toler…
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16 Jul 2026
Cyber Crime in China: Legal Risks and Defense for Foreign Businesses
The Cyber Crime Landscape in China China has experienced a dramatic increase in cyber crime prosecutions over the past decade, driven by both the rapid digitization of the economy…
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16 Jul 2026
Understanding Bail and Pretrial Detention in China: Rights for Foreigners
The Bail System in China Bail pending trial, known as qubao houshen in Chinese, is a procedural mechanism that allows a criminal suspect to be released from custody while awaiting…
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16 Jul 2026
Fraud and Embezzlement Risks for Foreign Executives in China: A Legal Overview
Economic Crime Exposure for Foreign Executives Foreign executives working in China face unique exposure to fraud and embezzlement allegations. The intersection of different legal…
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