Chinese Documents for Use in Algeria
China and Algeria are both Apostille parties, but the Convention only takes effect for Algeria on 9 July 2026. Until that date, consular legalization remains required.
Key Points
- Apostille becomes available on 9 July 2026
- Until then, consular legalization is required
- Prepare documents in advance to avoid the transition backlog
- Confirm the exact date with the receiving authority
- Notarization can be completed now and the Apostille attached later
Legal Basis
Hague Apostille Convention of 5 October 1961; China acceded 8 March 2023, in force 7 November 2023.