Attest documents for use in China

Certify documents issued in over 100 countries for official use in China

Certify documents issued in over 100 countries for official use in China

Isarey works across multiple jurisdictions to legalize international documents so that they are valid for submission to Chinese authorities.

We legalize all types of official documents for use in China, including identity documents, birth and marriage certificates, criminal record certificates, academic diplomas and corporate documents.

We work locally with certification specialists, notaries, law firms and certifiedChinesetranslators in over 100 countries, certifying documents for use in China, including documents issued in:

China is a signatory to the Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents Hague Apostille ConventionExternal link (opens in new tab). This means that official documents issued in other signatory countries can be certified by an Apostille Stamp in the country where they have been issued. This stamp will generally be accepted directly by Chinese authorities as confirmation of the document’s authenticity without need for further certification in China.

However, documents from non-Apostille countries must be legalized by the authorities of the issuing country and then attested by the local Chinese embassy or consulate. This applies to documents in countries such as: AE United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates - TW TaiwanTaiwan - MY MalaysiaMalaysia - TH ThailandThailand - ZM ZambiaZambia - QA QatarQatar

If you have documents issued in China:

Isarey also certifies documents issued in China for use abroad, including Chinese birth, death and marriage certificates, diplomas and criminal record certificates. For further information, please see:

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Certified Translation

When documents are written in a language that is not an official language of China, then a certified translation may also be required. It is important to ensure that the certified translation is valid for use in China. Translations not done in China may require separate legalization alongside the original document.

Isarey provides document attestation services to private, corporate and institutional clients worldwide. Our presence in different jurisdictions and our local experience and expertise dealing directly with authorities and embassies in different countries means we can save you time, frustration and money, ensuring that documents are properly prepared so that they are accepted by Chinese authorities.

To find out about certifying documents for use in China, use our online quotation form or email us a scan or description of the documents you need to certify. We will get back to you directly with a quotation and details of how to proceed:

6 steps to certify document for use in China

  1. Upload the documents you need attested or send them to us by email.
  2. Our experts will pre-check your documents to ensure that they are eligible for Apostille certification or consular legalization in the country where they are issued, and we’ll assist you locally in preparing them if required.
  3. We’ll send you a quotation with the total cost of the process (final price including all fees, certified translation when required and courier costs) and an estimation of how long the process will take to complete.
  4. We’ll arrange a secure courier to collect your original documents (where electronic versions are not sufficient).
  5. As soon as we receive your documents, we will confirm your order and proceed with the attestation process. Where appropriate, we will arrange certified copies for the attestation process so that we can return your originals directly.
  6. We return the attested documents to you by secure international courier.

China Resources

Chinese news and resources: visas, business and immigration

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ENRICH in China offers unique services to European research, technology and business organisations, connecting them to the Chinese market.
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FAQ: China's Port Visa Visa on Arrival
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The Chinese National Immigration Administration has provided official answers to common questions.
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What it takes to apply for Chinese visa
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Ordinary visas are offered to foreigners who enter China for non-diplomatic or official reasons, including work, study, family visit, travel, business activities and talent introduction
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2024 Guidelines for Foreigners to Live and Work in China
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The 2024 guidelines for foreign businesspersons living and working in China, cover accommodation, visas, permits, and emergency protocols.
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Mainland China: Visa Validity Periods for Macau and Hong Kong SAR Residents Expanded
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A new policy extends the validity periods of multiple-entry tourism or business visas for Macau residents entering Mainland China from six months to up to five years
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China will allow visa-free entry for France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and Malaysia
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China has announced that it will allow visa-free entry for citizens of five European countries and Malaysia as it tries to encourage more people to visit for business and tourism
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4 visa-free ways to travel to China by land, sea and air for 72 hours and up to 30 days
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Chinas tourism sector was hard hit by three years of zero-Covid, but in October, officials confirmed travellers from dozens of countries can again arrive through several visa-free schemes.
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Navigating the latest regulations and possibilities for business visa applications in China
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Understanding the visa application process is crucial for individuals seeking business opportunities in China.
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The Chinese government said it has simplified its visa application forms for foreigners entering the country as it seeks to lure more international visitors post-reopening.
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A Chinese transit visa is the perfect option for exploring cities like Beijing without jumping through hoops, plus info on longer Chinese transit visas.
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In this article, we explain China's permanent residence policies with a focus on the eligibility and application process in Guangdong province.
China Work Permit Application and Renewal: Recent Changes
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We share the most updated policy information for expatriates who are stranded overseas and need to apply for or renew their Chinese work permits.
China To Revise Its Green Card Rules
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Terminating Employment in China - Tips for Foreign Workers
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We explain the various procedures foreign workers need to complete before terminating employment in China.
At a glance: trademark registration and use in China
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A wide-ranging QA guide to trademark registration and use in China, including key legal and practical considerations.
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South Africa's trade relationship with China is growing, resulting in several announcements regarding trade at the BRICS Summit in August 2023.
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Sino-Portuguese business and investment platform launched CLBrief
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The new Sino-Portuguese International Cooperation Centre for Investment and Trade (CCIICSP) will promote investment and trade projects between Portugal, Portuguese-speaking countries and the Greater Bay Area.
Belt and Road Initiative comes to São Tomé and Príncipe
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São Tomé and Príncipe is joining the more than 140 countries included in the Chinese Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), under a cooperation agreement signed by the government with China. 
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China is ready to strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation with Mozambique in such areas as infrastructure, agriculture and energy
China aiming to strengthen cooperation with Brazil in agricultural biotech
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China is aiming to to strengthen cooperation with Brazil in agricultural biotechnology, while Brazil sees enormous convergence of proposals in the field, according to officials from both countries.
Ignore Chinas New Data Privacy Law at Your Peril
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The Personal Information Protection Law gives authorities the power to impose huge fines and blacklist companies. But the biggest impact may be felt outside the country.
Are You Ready China Data Security Law FAQs
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Enacted in June 2021, the China Data Security Law serves as a framework for data security that is likely to have broad impact.
Personal Information Protection Law: Chinas GDPR Is Coming
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Chinas long-awaited Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) is finally passed by the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress

The above links are provided as a convenience and for informational purposes only; Isarey bears no responsibility for the accuracy, content or policies of external websites.

Get a Quotation for your Documents

We price each certification process individually, depending on the type and quantity of documents to be attested, the country of issue, the country of use and intended purpose, urgency, whether certified translations are required as part of the process and courier costs.

To receive a quote, you can upload your documents using our online quotation form or send us your documents by email. After reviewing your documents and requirements, we will get back to you with a quotation:

If you don’t have the documents available, just describe the documents you need to certify, and we will get back to you with an estimation of cost and delivery times.

Using our quotation form, your documents will be uploaded over a secure connection and immediately encrypted on our server. For added protection, you can upload password-protected files ( PDFExternal link (opens in new tab), Microsoft Office 365: Save a password protected document to prevent unauthorized people from opening it. Office DocumentsExternal link (opens in new tab), WinRAR Encryption Frequently asked question (FAQ) RAR foldersExternal link (opens in new tab)) and provide us with the passwords separately.

PERSONAL DATA: If your documents contain personal data belonging to people outside your household, please ensure that you are authorised to share this data before uploading your documents. If your documents contain sensitive personal data, such as biometric data, medical data or data on criminal convictions, please ensure that you indicate this when prompted, upon submitting your documents. For further information on our processing of personal data contained in uploaded documents, please see:
Privacy Policy (Customer Inquiries)

For further information on confidentiality in our handling of document content please see:
Confidentiality (Client Content)

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