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Apostille for China

If you require an apostille for China, your documents must be properly prepared before they can be used. First, you should arrange notarisation so the documents meet the required standards. This step is important because it allows the legalisation process to move forward smoothly. As a result, documents are accepted without unnecessary delay.

Legalisation and Apostille Requirements

Documents intended for use in China require Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) legalisation only. No further consular legalisation is needed, because China is a party to the Hague Convention of 5 October 1961. Once the apostille has been applied, the document can be used in China without additional certification.

This process applies to many personal and commercial documents. However, correct notarisation is essential before submission. Therefore, careful preparation helps avoid problems later. We guide clients through each step and make sure the apostille for China follows the correct procedure and current rules.

Please note that documents issued in the UK for use in Hong Kong or Macao do not require consular legalisation once they have been apostilled.

Timeframes and Fees

Processing times and fees depend on the type of document and the service selected. Further guidance on Foreign Office fees and expected turnaround times is available in our legalisation section.

Apostille for China in London: next working day service

Need a UK document apostilled for use in China? China is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, so a UK Apostille from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is all your document needs to be accepted in China. No China embassy or consulate legalisation is required. Apostille Direct arranges apostilles for China in person in central London, every working day.

Next working day apostille for China: to get an Apostille on your document, drop the documents off at our office before 11:15 a.m. on a working day, and they will be ready by 2:45 p.m. the following working day.

Where to find us: located directly opposite CHARING CROSS TRAIN STATION: Room 102, Golden Cross House, 8 Duncannon Street, Westminster, London, WC2N 4JF.

China apostille prices

  • Apostille of one single UK document for use in China: £120 inc VAT
  • Notarisation and apostille for China: starting from £195 for the first document and starting from £105 for each subsequent document

Apostille for China: frequently asked questions

Do UK documents for China need embassy legalisation?
No. China is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, so the UK Apostille is enough.

How quickly can I get a UK apostille for China?
Drop your documents at our office opposite Charing Cross station before 11:15 a.m. on a working day, and they will be ready by 2:45 p.m. the following working day.

How much does an apostille for China cost?
Apostille of one single document is £120 inc VAT. Notarisation and apostille starts from £195 for the first document and from £105 for each subsequent document.

London Contact

Chinese Embassy in London

49–51 Portland Place

London

W1B 1JL T

020 7299 4049

Further Information

If you need more information about obtaining an apostille for China, please see our contact page below. You can call, text, or email us with any questions, and we will be happy to assist.


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    TIME AND FEES

    Our fee for this service is £220 for the first document and £110 for the second, incl. notarisation and FCDO apostille (£120 and £78 if already notarised), incl. VAT (plus disbursements). Typical turnaround is next working day, with no extra express fee. China is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, so a UK apostille is sufficient and no Chinese embassy legalisation is needed. UK company documents such as powers of attorney and board resolutions must be notarised before the FCDO apostille is added. DHL Express delivery to Shanghai costs £60.

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