Join the German Chamber in South & Southwest China

How Can I Become a Member?

Interested in becoming a member of our established Sino-German business community? We'd be delighted to have you! Simply reach out to Ms. Lindsay Lin to learn more about our membership options. Alternatively, you can fill out our membership application form and submit the required documents.

We'll review your application as soon as we receive it and get back to you within 48 hours. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant Sino-German business community!

Benefits of Becoming a Member

Network

  • 2100 Members’ network China-wide
    • Free access to online Member Directory
    • Free profile entry in Member Directory
  • 100+ Business and social events
    • Reduced rates and prior access
    • Exclusive access to member-only events
    • Free to post new member interview and member news on WeChat Account and newsletter
    • Various networking opportunities with governmental institutions and public stakeholders
    • Opportunity to become a speaker at German Chamber business events

Advocacy

  • 230+ Chinese government meetings to advocate for your needs
  • Policy Snapshots and Barometer – overview and insights of the latest Chinese policies
  • Advocacy Paper and Sheets - interests of German business in China
  • Practical Guides and Factsheets shed light on recent economic policy developments in China

Market Intelligence

  • Advanced access to our nationwide surveys:
    • Business Confidence Survey
    • Labor Market & Salary Report
    • Annual Report/Innovation Report
    • Advocacy Paper/Flash Survey
  • Free delivery of German Chamber Magazine – GC Ticker (readership of over 26,000)
  • Newsletters and WeChat posts to stay well-informed of regional updates

Discounts for value-added services

  • Member Benefit Program - GC Deals
  • Discount to be our Yearly Sponsor or Event Sponsor
  • Discount for online Job Market publication and Recruitment Service
  • Discount on all our Training Courses
  • German Pavilion at Trade Fairs

Membership Categories

Corporate Membership: Large

Membership for companies with more than 1,000 employees at legal business entities in China. Membership covers all employees.

Annual corporate membership fee: CNY 11,500

Corporate Membership: Medium

Membership for companies with between 250 and 1,000 employees at legal business entities in China. Membership covers all employees. 

Annual fee: CNY 7,500

Corporate Membership: Small

Membership for companies with between 11 and 250 employees at legal business entities in China. Membership covers all employees. 

Annual fee: CNY 4,800

Corporate Membership: Micro

Membership for companies with up to 10 employees at legal business entities in China. Membership covers all employees. 

Annual fee: CNY 4,000

Private/Young Professional Membership

Private Membership for individuals over 30 years old (Chinese nationals are not eligible).
Annual fee: CNY 1,800

Young Professional Membership for individuals up to 30 years old (Chinese nationals are not eligible).
Annual fee: CNY 1,300