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Essential information for doing business with China: holiday calendars, visa procedures, tax regulations, comparative analyses, and practical advice for importing and sourcing from China.

📚 What You'll Find Here

Practical insights that simplify sourcing and doing business with China:

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Calendars & Holidays

Public holidays in China, Chinese New Year – plan orders and shipments ahead

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Visas & Embassies

Visa-free entry policies, visa application procedures, and embassy contacts

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Duties & Online Shopping

EU VAT rules, AliExpress charges, and what to watch for when buying from China

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Comparisons & Niche Topics

India vs China, pet products sourcing – make informed decisions

📅 Calendars & Public Holidays in China

Year-by-year calendars of public holidays, Chinese New Year closures, and key notices to help you plan orders and shipments.


📌 Why Is This Information Important?

  • Order planning: Knowing holidays and non-working days helps you avoid production and shipping delays.
  • Chinese New Year: Factories often close for several weeks – order well in advance.
  • Visas & travel: Short business trips (meetings, factory visits) usually require an appropriate business or tourist visa, depending on the purpose of your visit.
  • Duties & online shopping: Understanding VAT rules and additional costs saves you from unpleasant surprises.
  • Alternative markets: Comparing China and India helps you choose the most cost-effective supplier and the right product category.

💡 Practical Tips:

  • CNY planning: Place orders at least one month before Chinese New Year – production capacity fills up fast.
  • Golden Week (October): China's National Day holiday starts October 1 and lasts 7 days (sometimes 8). Factories and freight forwarders often operate at reduced capacity or close completely.
  • Visas: Check requirements and processing times with the relevant embassy and allow extra time for potential delays.
  • AliExpress & online shopping: Always verify whether VAT is already included in the price or will be charged upon delivery.
  • Quality & risk: "Cheap" doesn't always mean "good" – pay attention to specifications, reviews, and hidden costs.
  • Gabriel Group: We can help with order planning, factory visits, supplier verification, and logistics.

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