Since China’s accession to the Hague Apostille Convention in November 2023, exporters face a choice between two document authentication paths: Hague Apostille for convention member countries, and traditional embassy legalization for non-member countries. Understanding the difference is crucial for efficient trade documentation.
Hague Apostille requires a single certificate issued by authorized Chinese authorities and is recognized by over 120 member countries. Processing takes 5-10 working days. Embassy legalization, required for non-convention countries such as UAE, Vietnam (for certain documents), and some Middle Eastern and African nations, involves multiple steps and typically takes 15-30 working days.
Our center provides both Hague Apostille and embassy legalization services, ensuring your documents follow the correct path for each destination country. Contact us for professional trade documentation support.