China Embassy Attestation Fees 2026: Legalization Process from India
Chinese Embassy legalization for degree, diploma, birth and marriage certificates, PCC and commercial documents, with the red-sticker notary every document needs.
Quick answer: China joined the Apostille Convention in November 2023, but the Convention does not apply between China and India, so an MEA apostille is not accepted for Indian documents in mainland China. Every document still needs Chinese Embassy legalization: red-sticker notary → state verification or Chamber of Commerce → MEA attestation → Chinese Embassy, New Delhi. For a personal or educational document, the Chinese Embassy fee and the submission charge alone come to about ₹8,500–₹9,000, and the complete all-inclusive cost is about ₹11,500. For a commercial document, the embassy and submission fees alone are about ₹11,000, plus Chamber of Commerce, MEA and service.
China embassy attestation at a glance
| Apostille accepted for Indian documents? | No. The Convention does not apply between India and China |
|---|---|
| First step | Notary public with red notary sticker |
| Educational | Red notary → State HRD → MEA → Chinese Embassy |
| Personal | Red notary → SDM / Home Dept → MEA → Chinese Embassy |
| Commercial | Red notary → Chamber of Commerce → MEA → Chinese Embassy |
| Embassy + submission fees | About ₹8,500–₹9,000 personal / educational · about ₹11,000 commercial |
| All-inclusive cost | About ₹11,500 personal / educational · commercial on quote |
Why the MEA apostille does not work for China
China became a party to the Hague Apostille Convention on 7 November 2023, and many people now assume an apostille is enough. It is not, for Indian documents. When India joined the Convention, China objected, and the Convention does not operate between the two countries. Chinese authorities therefore still ask for the traditional chain that ends with the Chinese Embassy's legalization stamp.
What does not work
- MEA apostille alone
- Documents without a notary red sticker
- Laminated or unbound multi-page documents
What China accepts
- Red-sticker notary
- State, SDM or Chamber verification
- MEA attestation
- Chinese Embassy legalization
China embassy attestation fees 2026
China legalization is one of the more expensive attestations, because the Chinese Embassy fee and the submission charge alone are a large part of the cost. Here is how the total builds up, per document.
| Document type | Chinese Embassy + submission fees | Plus | All-inclusive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal: birth, marriage, PCC, death, single status, medical | ₹8,500 – ₹9,000 | Red notary, SDM / Home Dept, MEA, service | About ₹11,500 |
| Educational: degree, diploma, marksheet, transcript, 10th, 12th | ₹8,500 – ₹9,000 | Red notary, state HRD / SDM, MEA, service | About ₹11,500 |
| Commercial: invoice, CoO, POA, MOA, AOA, agreements | About ₹11,000 | Red notary, Chamber of Commerce, MEA, service | Quote on WhatsApp |
Embassy and submission
The Chinese Embassy's legalization fee and the authorised submission charge: about ₹8,500–₹9,000 for personal or educational documents, about ₹11,000 for commercial.
Notary, SDM / HRD, MEA
Red-sticker notary, state or SDM authentication and MEA attestation take the cost above ₹10,000.
Chamber of Commerce
For commercial documents only, added before MEA.
Our service
Handling at every office, status updates and tracked return courier. One fixed price, quoted in advance.
Embassy and submission fees are set by the Chinese Embassy and its authorised centre and can change without notice. We confirm today's exact price before you send anything.
Red-sticker notary: the step that decides acceptance
For China, notarization is not optional. Every document must first be notarised by a notary public in India, with the notary's red sticker (notarial ticket), seal and signature. Documents without it are returned at the embassy stage, even if MEA has already attested them.
- Multi-page documents must be stapled and sealed across the pages by the notary so no page can be swapped.
- Photocopies are accepted only when the notary certifies them as true copies of the original.
- Laminated documents cannot be notarised or stamped.
Educational document attestation for China Embassy
Needed for a Chinese work permit (Z visa), university admission, and professional licences in China.
- Red-sticker notaryThe original degree or diploma is notarised.
- State HRD verificationThe state education department or university verifies it.
- MEA attestationThe Ministry of External Affairs attests it.
- Chinese Embassy legalizationThe Embassy of China in New Delhi legalizes it.
Educational documents: degree certificate (BA, B.Com, B.Sc, B.Tech, BE, BBA, BCA, MBA, MCA, MA, PhD), diploma, MBBS, BDS, B.Sc Nursing, marksheets, transcripts, 10th and 12th certificates, provisional certificates, migration certificate, professional and teaching certificates (TEFL / TESOL).
Birth certificate, marriage certificate and PCC attestation for China Embassy
Needed for family reunion (Q and S visas), dependant residence permits, registering a child, and the criminal-record check for a Chinese work permit.
- Red-sticker notaryThe original certificate is notarised.
- SDM or Home DepartmentAuthenticated by the SDM New Delhi or the state Home Department.
- MEA attestationThe Ministry of External Affairs attests it.
- Chinese Embassy legalizationThe embassy legalizes it, ready for use in China.
Personal documents: birth certificate, marriage certificate, Police Clearance Certificate (PCC), death certificate, divorce decree, single status (unmarried) certificate, medical certificate, experience letter, affidavits, individual Power of Attorney, and name change documents.
Commercial document attestation for China Embassy
Indian exporters, companies opening a Chinese entity, and firms registering products in China need their commercial documents legalized.
- Red-sticker notaryThe document is notarised; a covering letter on company letterhead is prepared.
- Chamber of CommerceA recognised Chamber of Commerce attests it.
- MEA attestationThe Ministry of External Affairs attests it.
- Chinese Embassy legalizationThe Chinese Embassy legalizes it.
Commercial documents legalized for China
See also our commercial document legalization for China guide.
China embassy attestation guides by document
China embassy attestation: quick answers
Degree certificate attestation for China Embassy
Red-sticker notary, state HRD verification, MEA attestation, then Chinese Embassy legalization. All-inclusive cost is about ₹11,500 per degree.
Birth certificate attestation for China Embassy
Red-sticker notary, SDM or Home Department, MEA, then the Chinese Embassy. Used for a child's residence permit and family visas.
Marriage certificate attestation for China Embassy
Red-sticker notary, SDM or Home Department, MEA, then the Chinese Embassy, with both spouses' passport copies. Used for spouse visas and residence permits.
PCC attestation for China Embassy
A Police Clearance Certificate is notarised, attested by MEA and legalized by the Chinese Embassy. It is often needed for a Chinese work permit.
Commercial invoice and Certificate of Origin for China
Red-sticker notary, Chamber of Commerce, MEA and the Chinese Embassy. Embassy and submission fees alone are about ₹11,000 per commercial document.
Frequently asked questions about China embassy attestation
Is apostille accepted in China for Indian documents?
No. China joined the Apostille Convention in November 2023, but the Convention does not apply between China and India. Indian documents still need notarization, MEA attestation and Chinese Embassy legalization.
What is the China embassy attestation fee?
For a personal or educational document, the Chinese Embassy fee and submission charge alone are about ₹8,500 to ₹9,000; with red notary, SDM or HRD, MEA and our service, the all-inclusive cost is about ₹11,500 per document. For a commercial document, the embassy and submission fees alone are about ₹11,000, plus Chamber of Commerce, MEA and service.
Why is a red-sticker notary required for China?
The Chinese Embassy only accepts documents first notarised by a notary public in India, with the notary's red sticker, seal and signature. Multi-page documents must be stapled and sealed across pages by the notary.
What is the process for degree certificate attestation for China?
The degree is notarised with a red sticker, verified by the state HRD department, attested by MEA and legalized by the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi.
How is a birth certificate attested for China Embassy?
The birth certificate is notarised, authenticated by the SDM or state Home Department, attested by MEA and legalized by the Chinese Embassy.
How is a marriage certificate attested for China Embassy?
The marriage certificate is notarised, authenticated by the SDM or state Home Department, attested by MEA and legalized by the Chinese Embassy. Passport copies of both spouses are needed.
How are commercial documents legalized for China?
Commercial documents are notarised, attested by a Chamber of Commerce, attested by MEA and legalized by the Chinese Embassy at the commercial rate.
How long does China embassy attestation take?
It depends on the state or Chamber step before MEA and on the embassy queue at the time. We confirm the expected timeline for your document before you send it.
Can a photocopy be attested for China?
Only if the notary certifies it as a true copy of the original. Otherwise the original document is required.
Do I need to visit Delhi for China embassy attestation?
No. Courier your documents from anywhere in India. We handle the notary, state or Chamber, MEA and Chinese Embassy steps and return them by tracked courier.