The 2026 Enterprise Going Global and ODI Overseas Investment Filing Expo will kick off at the Shanghai World Trade Exhibition Center in November

In recent years, the pace of Chinese enterprises going global has significantly accelerated. From the initial export of goods, to taking on overseas orders, establishing overseas warehouses, building overseas factories, and then expanding globally, the forms of enterprises going global are becoming increasingly diverse, and demand is becoming more three-dimensional. Compared to the past, today's enterprises going global need to consider not only 'where the market is', but also a series of more professional issues such as 'how to go global in compliance', 'how to safely export funds', and 'how to operate the company after landing'.

The policy side is also continuously improving. In May 2026, the State Council announced the 'Regulations on Outward Investment', which will come into effect on July 1, 2026, and make systematic arrangements for the approval and filing, information reporting, and cross-border fund registration of outward investment activities. For enterprises that plan to carry out overseas investment, putting compliance work at the forefront is not only fulfilling relevant obligations, but also the foundation for them to go abroad steadily and far.

It is precisely in response to this demand that the Overseas Immigrant Study Abroad Property and Enterprise Overseas Development and Financial Services Expo will be held at the Shanghai World Trade Exhibition Center from November 20 to 22, 2026, for three days, with an estimated 8000 visitors. The Expo has a dedicated section for ODI enterprises to go global, focusing on overseas investment filing, overseas company registration, overseas compliance, cross-border fund arrangements, and enterprise landing services. It brings together professional institutions scattered in various links in one exhibition hall, providing a one-stop platform for enterprises with overseas needs.

What can ODI enterprises see in the overseas sector?

Firstly, overseas investment filing and compliance path. Accounting firms, law firms, and consulting firms participating in the exhibition will introduce common procedures for overseas investment filing, required materials, handling methods in different situations, as well as post investment compliance points such as annual reports and stock equity registration after filing, in accordance with the requirements of relevant regulatory authorities. Enterprises can clarify the process of filing on site.

Secondly, overseas company establishment and local operation. Whether planning to establish a new overseas subsidiary or enter the target market through acquisition or equity participation, companies need to understand specific issues such as local registration requirements, corporate governance, tax environment, employment policies, bank account opening, and intellectual property protection. On site service agencies will provide targeted answers and reference plans based on the actual situation in different countries and regions.

Thirdly, cross-border funds and financial services. The overseas capital outflow arrangements, exchange rate management, overseas accounts, and financing support of overseas enterprises require the support of professional financial services. The financial services sector of the Expo echoes the ODI sector, helping enterprises to integrate the complete chain from the funding end to the operation end, rather than just solving a single isolated link.

What can companies gain from participating in exhibitions and visits?

Once aligned. Going abroad often involves multiple lines such as legal, financial, tax, finance, human resources, and local resources. Enterprises rely on their own strength to connect one by one, which is time-consuming and laborious. The expo brings these professional institutions together in the same exhibition hall, allowing companies to complete centralized communication within three days, significantly reducing the cost of information gathering and communication.

Compare and contrast. The solutions provided by different institutions for the same issue may vary greatly. Through on-site questioning and horizontal comparison, combined with the industry, target market, and investment scale, enterprises are more likely to choose a path that matches their own situation, reducing hesitation and repetition caused by information asymmetry.

Resource accumulation. The forums and matchmaking activities that accompany the Expo provide opportunities for enterprises and participating organizations to establish connections and reserve channels. The industry resources and cooperation clues accumulated during one exhibition can continue to play a role in the company's subsequent overseas expansion process.

Pre information. For enterprises that hope to improve their visiting efficiency, they can learn about the composition of participating institutions and the arrangement of concurrent activities through the official website in advance. Based on their own stage of going global, they can identify key focus areas and spend three days on the more necessary aspects.

Which companies are suitable to attend?

Production and manufacturing, foreign trade, cross-border e-commerce, engineering contracting, and service trade enterprises that are currently or plan to carry out overseas investment, establish overseas institutions, and layout overseas business, as well as responsible persons who have specific questions about ODI filing, overseas compliance, and overseas landing, are all suitable for visiting. The Yangtze River Delta region has a concentration of outward oriented enterprises, and the Shanghai World Trade Exhibition Center has convenient transportation, making it easy for surrounding enterprises to gather and efficiently connect in a short period of time.

New changes worth paying attention to

The current trend of enterprises going global is shifting from single commodity exports or order taking to a systematic layout of research and development, manufacturing, channels, and services. Collaborative development of industrial chains, multi-party cooperation in going global, and the involvement of professional service platforms have become increasingly evident. For enterprises, choosing at what stage and in what way to go global directly affects costs and pace; Integrating legal, financial, tax, financial, and local resources into the planning process can make the overseas route more complete and reduce the cost of 'remedial courses' in subsequent operations.

At the exhibition site, the ODI enterprise overseas section is linked with financial services, immigration, study abroad, and real estate sections in the same hall. Visitors can learn about 'enterprise going global' and 'family cross-border arrangements' together, reducing multiple trips. For business owners who face both corporate going global and personal cross-border arrangements, this provides a relatively complete perspective.

How to visit efficiently?

It is recommended that companies register in advance through the official website and bring a 'list of questions' to the site, such as the target market for planned investment, approximate investment scale, current uncertain links, etc., to facilitate efficient communication and item by item comparison with institutions on site. During the exhibition, you can also pay attention to the scheduling of concurrent activities and visit with a focus on your own interests. After the meeting, keep records and follow up with interested institutions, and use the connections established on site as a lever for subsequent implementation.

From the perspective of the pace of the visit, it is recommended that companies follow the approach of 'first understanding the overall situation, then focusing on the key points': first understanding the composition of the sectors and institutions, and then deeply connecting with their own overseas stage; Institutions participating in exhibitions can learn about their booth, supporting facilities, and concurrent event arrangements through their official website or exhibition hotline, plan their exhibition goals in advance, and use their on-site time for more needed activities.

Visit and Exhibition Information

Event Name: Overseas Immigration, Study Abroad, Real Estate, Enterprise Going Global, and Financial Services Expo

Time: November 20-22, 2026 (for a period of three days)

Location: Shanghai World Trade Exhibition Center

Scale: Approximately 8000 visitors expected in three days

Exhibition Hotline: 13681692751 (same as WeChat)

Official website: www.qs-expo.com

Reminder: The specific schedule, list of participating companies, and ticket reservation method of the exhibition are subject to the latest release on the official website. If enterprises have the intention to participate in exhibitions or visit, they can learn more details in advance through the official website or exhibition hotline.