Can a branch sue the head office for debts?

Legal analysis: Yes. A branch company does not have independent legal personality, and its civil liability shall be borne by the head office with legal personality. If the debtor sues the head office, the branch company may be listed as a co-defendant, and the court decides that the branch company will perform its debts, and the head office will assume supplementary responsibilities.

Legal basis: Branch companies can be established in Article 14 of People's Republic of China (PRC) Company Law. The establishment of a branch company shall apply to the company registration authority for registration and obtain a business license. A branch company does not have legal person status, and its civil liability shall be borne by the company. A company may set up subsidiaries, which have legal personality and independently bear civil liabilities according to law.