How to upgrade a branch to a subsidiary

Legal analysis: the head office applies to the industrial and commercial bureau. If a branch company is upgraded to a subsidiary company, it shall, in accordance with the company's relevant regulations on registered subsidiaries, apply directly to the Industrial and Commercial Bureau with the consent of the head office, and be upgraded to a subsidiary company only after being approved by the Industrial and Commercial Bureau.

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.