When a new employee starts in China, he/she must be registered with the Social Security Bureau. Registration will be done by the employer or agent before the 15th of the current month if hired before the 15th.
When setting up a new start the following information is required:
1.Employee information
2.Monthly salary, start date
3.Location of contributing social security and housing fund
When setting up an expat the following additional information is required:
1.Passport
2.Work permit
3.Registration for an expat will be done by the employer or agent before the 15th of the current month if hired before the 15th.
Leavers In China
Payment for leavers will usually be made before the regular payment date. The authorities do not have to be notified of a leaver.
Payroll in China
China’s payroll system includes numerous associated statutory regulations. Failure to comply with payroll statutes can lead to costly penalties. Employers have a responsibility to withhold income tax from employees - and report those taxes before the 15th of each month. Social security contributions must be paid on the same schedule.
In addition to tax withholding, important components of the payroll process include:
Registering new employees in the payroll system
Registering new employees with social security
Salary calculation and payment arrangements
Delivery of payslips (which may take place online)
Maintaining payroll records (for at least 5 years)
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