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Company and Business Setup Document Preparation Guide
Comprehensive guide to the 4 core documents required for application, along with property lease and tax reporting notices
📁 4 Essential Core Documents for Company and Business Setup
Please prepare the following items prior to application| Item | Preparation Item | Detailed Description & Notices |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Completed Company Setup Basic Information Form | Please accurately fill in basic information such as pre-checked name, business items, capital amount, and shareholder contribution details. |
| 2 | Dual IDs of Founder/Director and Shareholders | Provide front and back photocopies of identification cards for the company founder/director and all shareholders. |
| 3 | Most Recent House Tax Bill | Provide proof of payment for the most recent house tax of the establishment address. |
| 4 | Property Lease Agreement | Provide the formally signed house lease agreement and the building owner’s usage consent form. |
🏠 House Tax Bill Provision Methods & Lease Agreement Regulations
Local Tax Bureau Application GuidelinesThree Options for Providing the House Tax Bill
- Option A: Provide a photocopy of the most recent house tax bill.
- Option B: If unavailable, visit the local tax bureau in person to apply for a reissue or print a photocopy of the house tax payment certificate.
- Option C: If the building is over 50 years old and exempt from house tax, please apply for a House Tax Registration Certificate at the local tax bureau.
* The aforementioned related documents can be directly applied for at local tax bureaus.
Property Lease Agreement & Owner Consent Form
The following must be attached simultaneously when processing registration:
- Property Lease Agreement: Must be a legally valid version.
- Building Owner’s Usage Consent Form: If the property is not self-owned, the landlord (owner) must personally sign consenting to the address being used for company/business registration.
💡 Taiwan Tax Pro Friendly Reminder: Rent Withholding & NHI 2.0
Items to Confirm with the Landlord in AdvancePrior to formal contract signing and application, it is strongly recommended to communicate and confirm the following items with the landlord to avoid subsequent tax disputes:
⚠️ Rent Tax Reporting and Deduction Regulations:
1. National Taxation Bureau 10% Withholding: If the landlord is an individual residing within the territory of the Republic of China, the company is legally required to handle withholding when paying rent.
2. Second-Generation NHI Supplemental Premium 2.11%： When a single rent payment reaches the stipulated threshold, the company must withhold the second-generation NHI supplemental premium in accordance with regulations.
1. National Taxation Bureau 10% Withholding: If the landlord is an individual residing within the territory of the Republic of China, the company is legally required to handle withholding when paying rent.
2. Second-Generation NHI Supplemental Premium 2.11%： When a single rent payment reaches the stipulated threshold, the company must withhold the second-generation NHI supplemental premium in accordance with regulations.