Authentication Services
The Chinese Embassy and Consulates authenticate documents which are executed
in the United States and will be used in China. Type of documents include:
birth/death certificates, power of attorney, marriage certificates, diplomas,
adoption application papers, business license, etc. Authentication is also
called certification or legalization sometimes.
Authentication for Marrying a Chinese Citizen
This link provides information to those seeking the document formalities
towards marrying a Chinese national in China.
Authentication for Business & Real Estate
This process is used for commercial and business related transactions in
China requiring authentication.
Authentication for Non-Working Spouse and Children
This process illustrates the document requirements for non-working spouse and
children. Authentication of Marriage Certificates and Birth Certificates.
Adopting a Chinese Infant or Child
Coming Soon! Document process illustrating the authentication
requirements for adobting a child in China.