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As a dual citizen (Canadian/Chinese), can I work for Canadian company while living in China?

Feb 1, 2021
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I am Canadian and have an address and a bank account in Montreal.
I am also Chinese and have an address in China.
Can I work for a Canadian company in China for more than 1 year?
Will I pay tax differently in Canada as if I were living in Canada? Assuming the company pays me through my Canadian bank account.
Does the company have to pay my tax for the Chinese government too or only Canadian government?
Thanks.
 

jclarke99

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May 10, 2020
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If that Canadian company has a presences in China, wouldn't they know the answers to your questions?
I can't speak to tax rules for China, but for Canada, you'd need to determine your tax residency status. If you maintain a home in Canada and/or have family that will be living in Canada while you are in China, then you're probably a Canadian resident for tax purposes, whether or not funds are paid to a bank in Canada or a bank in China. I suggest reviewing the following...
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/international-non-residents/information-been-moved/determining-your-residency-status.html