Charity Law of the PRC (2023 Amendment) · Yalla China
قانون الأعمال الخيرية (تعديل 2023) / Charity Law of the PRC (2023 Amendment)
Enacted: 2023-12-29 ✅ Effective: 2024-09-05
📝 Overview
Regulates charitable work and non-profit organizations in China, defining restrictions on foreign fundraising and receiving donations.
This is general information only, not legal advice. For your specific case, consult a licensed lawyer.
📜 The law text / key provisions
The Charity Law (2023 Amendment) provides: (1) Charitable organizations: must register with Ministry of Civil Affairs to obtain charitable status; (2) Fundraising: individuals or unlicensed organizations not permitted to conduct public fundraising; (3) Foreign organizations: restrictions in the Overseas NGO Management Law limit foreign charity operations; (4) Transparency: registered charitable organizations must publish annual financial reports; (5) Online donations: internet campaign platforms need licensing from competent authorities.
💬 Practical reading
💬 This is a general reading/opinion for orientation — not the official legal text nor legal advice.
If you want to do charitable work in China, ensure proper registration or donate to officially accredited organizations. Unlicensed charitable work may expose you to legal liability.
📎 Official source
National People's Congress of China
🕒 Updated: 16 March 2026