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5-Year Capital Contribution Rule

Keyword hub for the five-year capital contribution clock under China’s revised Company Law—planning paid-in capital, amendments, and creditor risk.

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What “5-Year Capital Contribution Rule” usually means

Orientation within Company Exit and Liquidation

Clock

Subscription timing

Paid-in expectations on a statutory schedule for limited companies.

Articles

AoA alignment

Update articles and investor plans to match the clock.

Risk

Acceleration / liability

Unpaid capital can surface in disputes and insolvency scenarios.

Bank

Credibility

Banks and counterparties may still expect credible capitalisation.

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Quick checklist

Before you escalate to counsel

  • Read current AoA capital clause What was promised.
  • Calendar contribution deadlines Board ownership.
  • Model cash needs Avoid last-minute FX stress.
  • Document contributions Bank and registry evidence.
  • Plan reductions carefully If capital was oversized.

Parent: Company Exit and Liquidation · National guide: Corporate Lifecycle, M&A & Exit Guide.

Frequently asked questions

Orientation only—not legal advice

Does this apply to old companies?

Transition and remedial rules can apply—read the deep guide and confirm with counsel.

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