What you'll get
- What the spreadsheet does
- Inputs — entity type, city, headcount, scope, capital
- Outputs — Y1/Y2/Y3 all-in cost table
- The 27-38% employer contribution by city
- How to model what-if scenarios
Free tool
China Expansion Budget Estimator (XLSX with Formulas)
Pick entity × city × headcount × scope. The spreadsheet outputs Y1/Y2/Y3 all-in: setup, payroll + 27-38% contribution, accounting, audit, office.
Frequently asked questions
Why a spreadsheet instead of a web tool?
CFOs and ops managers asked for it. The XLSX format lets you bring it into your existing models, change assumptions, and share with your finance team without re-entering inputs.
How accurate are the city-specific contribution rates?
Refreshed quarterly from the official city HRSS bureau publications. Rates change in March each year — the current version reflects March 2026 rates.
Is this tool free?
Yes. Email-gated so we can send you the live updates and adjustments when CNIPA, MIIT, or AIC change a rule. Unsubscribe with one click.
Will you contact me after I download?
Only if you say yes on the form. The default is one welcome email and then silence until you reply.
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