--- title: "Apostille for China | U.S. Documents Authentication | 1MobileNotary" url: https://1mobilenotary.com/apostille/destination/china description: "Apostille and document authentication services for China. Non-Hague — full consular legalization. FBI checks, vital records, diplomas, POA. Call 833-430-6800." lang: en --- Destination: China # Apostille & Document Authentication for China China joined the Hague Apostille Convention in November 2023. U.S. documents now require apostille (no longer consular legalization) for work visas, marriage, and business registration. Process Authentication (Consular Legalization) Hague Member No Translation Mandarin Turnaround 24–72 hr rush Request Apostille for China: https://1mobilenotary.com/book 833-430-6800: 8334306800 ## Common U.S. Documents Apostilled for China Birth, marriage, and death certificates FBI background checks (criminal history) Diplomas, transcripts, and academic records Power of Attorney and notarized affidavits Articles of Incorporation and corporate documents Single Status / No Record of Marriage affidavits Adoption documents and court orders Medical records and physician letters ## How Consular Legalization Works for China 1 Have private documents notarized by a commissioned U.S. notary public. 2 Authenticate the document with the issuing U.S. state's Secretary of State. 3 Submit to the U.S. Department of State for federal authentication. 4 Submit to the China Embassy or Consulate in the U.S. for final consular legalization. 5 Obtain a certified Mandarin translation if required. ### Important: China requires Consular Legalization Because China is not a party to the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention, an apostille alone will not be accepted. The full chain — state authentication, U.S. Department of State authentication, and China Embassy legalization — is required. We manage every step. ## Apostille for China — FAQ ### Do I need an apostille or authentication for documents going to China? China is NOT a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. U.S. documents require full consular legalization: notarization, state authentication, U.S. Department of State authentication, and China Embassy legalization. ### How long does the apostille process take for China? Standard processing typically takes 5–15 business days depending on the issuing state. We offer expedited 24–72 hour service for urgent China submissions. Federal documents handled by the U.S. Department of State usually take 8–12 weeks via mail or 1–2 weeks expedited. ### Do documents going to China need to be translated? Yes, China typically requires a certified Mandarin translation. We coordinate with sworn/certified translators familiar with China requirements to ensure your translated documents are accepted. ### Can I get an FBI background check apostilled for China? Yes. FBI background checks are federal documents that must be apostilled by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. We handle the entire process — channeling, FBI report retrieval, and apostille — for use in China. ### What does it cost to apostille a document for China? Costs vary by document type and the issuing state. State apostille fees range from $5–$30 per document, U.S. Department of State authentication is $20 per document, and our service fees include preparation, courier, and tracking. Call 833-430-6800 for a precise quote. ### Can a mobile notary handle apostille services for China? 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