Overseas provision of equipment and technology
Which control requirements apply to equipment, know-how and remote technical services provided overseas?
Applies toSupplying equipment, technology, services or data as part of outbound investment
Check whether goods, technology, services and data used for outbound investment are prohibited or restricted for export or external provision. Restricted items require the applicable permission.
Equipment and material exports
Check equipment and components against applicable controls using their technical specifications and intended use.
Provision of technology and data
Article 13 of Order 837 also covers technology and data supplied overseas, including relevant process information.
Overseas assignments and technical services
Overseas assignments, remote technical guidance and cross-border training cannot be used to provide prohibited or unlicensed restricted items.
Modes of overseas provision and control requirements
| Method | Review items | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment and material export | Check applicable control rules and lists against specifications, performance and use; obtain the required permission for restricted items. | Articles 13–14 |
| Technology, service or data delivery | Assess the actual content against prohibitions and restrictions. Data also requires review under cross-border data rules. | Articles 13–14 |
| Personnel, remote guidance and training | Even without a physical shipment, check whether the activity provides prohibited or restricted technology, services or data. | Article 13, paragraph 2 |
Related policies and standards
- State Council Provisions on Outbound Investment (Order 837)Articles 12–14; effective 2026-07-01