LEGALISATION REQUIREMENT FOR CHINADocuments require
NotarisationDocuments require
ApostilleChina's adoption of the Apostille Convention has significantly simplified the process of authenticating foreign public documents for use in China, and vice versa.
Apostille for China in two working days.
We make submissions to the FCDO standard counter in Milton Keynes every day meaning we will submit your documents the same day you get them notarised.
Many notarised documents for China require an Apostille: Powers of attorney, Affidavit & declaration, Passport & driving licence, Bank statement, Educational certificate, Degree & transcript, Company documents and more.
Here's a breakdown of the key points:
Simplified Authentication: The Apostille Convention replaces the previous lengthy and often costly process of consular legalization with a single apostille certificate.
Time and Cost Savings: This new system saves significant time and money for individuals and businesses involved in international transactions, trade, and legal matters with China. It's estimated to reduce processing time by an average of 90% and save over CNY 300 million annually in expenses.
No More Embassy Attestation: For documents originating from countries that are also signatories to the Apostille Convention, no additional attestation by the Chinese embassy or consulate in the originating country is required once the apostille is obtained from the designated competent authority in that country.
Wide Applicability: The Apostille Convention applies to a wide range of public documents, including birth, marriage, and death certificates, academic degrees, notarized documents, and commercial documents.
Improved Business Environment: This simplification is expected to significantly improve the business environment in China, making it easier for foreign companies to invest and trade with China.
Embassy Consulate address:Visa Center, Bank
London
W1B 1QD
0207 631 1430
Embassy of China, London
