Apostille & Notarization Services
📢 Important Notice: New Requirements After China Joined the Hague Convention
As of November 7, 2023, China has officially joined the Hague Convention.
Under the new regulations:
✨ Only two steps are now required: Notarization + Apostille
❌ Chinese consulate authentication is no longer needed!
This makes the process faster, simpler, and more efficient for documents going to China.
👉 For details, please refer to:
Fast • Hassle-Free • Professional | Completed in 5–7 Business Days
📍 Step 1: Document Notarization (Notary Public)
Your document is notarized by a certified Notary Public.
Our agency offers in-house Notary Public services for your convenience.
📍 Step 2: Apostille Certification by the Secretary of State
The notarized document is submitted to the Secretary of State for Apostille certification, ensuring it is valid for use in all Hague Convention member countries.
Apostille & Notarization Services We Provide
Our agency offers comprehensive Apostille, notarization, and consular-related document services for a wide range of civil, legal, business, educational, and personal matters. We assist clients in preparing documents for use in China and other Hague Convention member countries.
1. Power of Attorney (POA)–Related Apostille Services
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Power of Attorney Apostille (including assistance with drafting)
Applicable for: civil and commercial litigation authorization, divorce processing authorization, inheritance matters, banking affairs, company finance authorization, household registration (hukou) relocation, and more. -
Real Estate Power of Attorney Apostille (property sale/purchase)
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Child Guardianship / Caregiving POA Apostille
2. Personal, Family, and Vital Records Apostille
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Birth Certificate Apostille
Used for: child caregiving arrangements in China, visa extensions, household registration (hukou) applications, etc. -
Marriage Certificate & Divorce Certificate Apostille
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Death Certificate Apostille
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Single Status Affidavit Apostille (including drafting guidance; required for marriage registration in China)
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Affidavit Apostille (including drafting assistance)
Examples: passport/Green Card ownership declaration, authenticity of inspection/claim documents, permission for hukou transfer -
Affidavit of Waiver of Inheritance Rights
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Proof of Being Alive / Certificate of Life
For overseas residents who must verify eligibility to receive Chinese pension benefits.
3. Passport, Identity, and Certified True Copies
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U.S. Passport Translation & Certification
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Marriage Certificate Translation Certification
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Certified True Copies of documents (email printouts, passports, Green Cards, official records, etc.)
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Identity Consistency Certification
Including name-change document certification, used to prove that a U.S. passport holder and a former Chinese passport holder are the same person.
4. Residency & Overseas Chinese Status Documentation
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Proof of U.S. residency
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Documentation for Overseas Chinese status determination
5. Business & Corporate Document Apostille
For business activities in China or for establishing a company in China:
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Articles of Incorporation
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Good Standing Certificate / Account Status
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Bank letters
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Financial and tax documents
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Commercial contracts and agreements
6. Legal & Background Check Documents
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FBI or State Criminal Background Check Apostille
7. Educational Document Apostille
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U.S. University Degree Certificate Apostille
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Transcript Apostille
Used for studying in China, employment, or official credential verification.
8. Medical & Insurance Document Apostille
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Hospital medical records
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Medical bills
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Insurance claim documents
📞 Contact Us
If you are unsure whether your document requires notarization or Apostille certification, we can provide professional guidance and
support throughout the entire process.