China Embassy Legalisation UK

There are 3 main steps to getting your documents attested by the embassy

Documents not requiring solicitor authorisation stamping:

• UK Birth Certificate
• UK Marriage Certificate
• UK Police Clearance Certificate (ACRO only)
• UK Death Certificate
• UK Medical Report signed by a UK Doctor

Document Service Institutions Services No. of Document(s) / Applicant(s) Price (per document) Personal Documents FCO Apostille & Embassy Legalisation 6 - 9 Working Days 1 Items £419.00 Personal Documents FCO Apostille & Embassy Legalisation 6 - 9 Working Days 2 Items £331.50 Personal Documents FCO Apostille & Embassy Legalisation 6 - 9 Working Days 3 Items £294.00 Personal Documents FCO Apostille & Embassy Legalisation 6 - 9 Working Days 4 Items £275.25 Personal Documents FCO Apostille & Embassy Legalisation 6 - 9 Working Days 5 Items £274.00 Personal Documents Embassy Legalisation Only 6 Working Days 1 Items £294.00 Personal Documents Embassy Legalisation Only 6 Working Days 2 Items £226.50 Personal Documents Embassy Legalisation Only 6 Working Days 3 Items £205.67 Personal Documents Embassy Legalisation Only 6 Working Days 4 Items £194.00 Personal Documents Embassy Legalisation Only 6 Working Days 5 Items £187.00
Which institutions do you need legalisation from?	Select FCO Apostille & Embassy Legalisation Embassy Legalisation Only
Which document legalisation service?	Select 6 Working Days 6 - 9 Working Days
No. of Document(s) / Applicant(s)	Select 12345
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Total Price (exclude VAT):	£0.00
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Delivery Options

Upon completion of the order form and checking the documents with us, please send via special delivery the items to us, or feel free to drop them off to our Piccadilly based office.

For more information, please see the information below:

Section 1: China Embassy London Legalisation UK

Over the past few years, the world has witnessed the growth of China's economy at a dramatic pace. At present, the Chinese economy is the second largest in the world, just after the US. Little wonder then that China offers exciting job opportunities and many UK nationals are looking to move to China in search of a lucrative career.

A British citizen requires a Z visa before to travel to China for work. They also need an official invitation by an employer to the country. A UK national needs to apply at the local Chinese embassy to obtain a Z visa. However, this will also require certain UK documents legalised/attested to be accepted by the Chinese embassy, such as education certificate attestation.

According to international law, degree certificate attestation for China is a mandatory process that certifies or authenticates the legal document. This is required for the documents to be recognised in a different country with full effect. The China embassy in the UK is located in London, while two consulates-general are in Manchester and Edinburgh.

The first step to moving to China, therefore, is to know how to get China Embassy attestation.

Section 2: General Queries About China Embassy London Legalization UK

1. Why Do UK Documents Need Attestation to be Used in China?

Documents issued in the UK need to be legalised for use in a foreign country. When visiting China for business or study, UK nationals are required to get certificate attestation at the China embassy in London for certain key documents. China Embassy legalisation can take 7-10 days when you undertake it on your own. Time of delivery of the attested documents could further vary, depending on how busy the embassy is at that time. This is why it is best to enlist the services of a reliable UK document legalisation service, such as Rapid Legalisation Services, which will follow up closely with the Chinese embassy and ensure that your documents are attested and returned to you within the shortest possible timeframe.

2. What Information is Required to Get Your UK Documents Legalised for China?

To get the UK documents legalised for use in China, British nationals need to file an application, which is appropriately signed and dated. Along with the application, you also need to provide a copy of your passport. You need to pay the attestation fee to proceed with certificate attestation at the China Embassy. If needed, you might also have to request China Chamber of Commerce attestation.

3. In What Situations Will I Require China Embassy Legalisation of UK Documents?

Many UK nationals are moving to China due to the immense business growth opportunities the country has to offer. The legalisation of documents at the China Embassy, London, becomes a must for this since it authenticates the information provided in the documents to be true and signatures to be genuine.

Here are some of the common reasons why you might need document attestation:

• To apply for a new job in China
• To obtain a Chinese Visa
• To conduct business with Chinese companies
• To return to your home country after studying in the UK

4. How to Legalise UK Documents for Use in China?

The UK documents to be used in China need to be attested by the Chinese embassy. Rapid Legalisation Service (RLS) makes the process of document legalisation at the China Embassy, London, and an extremely simple process that can be completed in 3 easy steps.

Step 1: Fill the Order Form Online: You’ll find a convenient online form on the RLS website. Fill details like name, email, phone number and document type, along with the kind of service you are interested in and for which country. Scan the documents and mail to them. RLS offers two payment modes, credit cards, and money transfers.

Step 2: Official Certification: The team at RLS will get the UK documents attested at the Chinese embassy, located in London, in a quick and easy manner.

Step 3: Attested Document Delivered Back to You: Once the UK documents have been attested, they’ll be delivered in a secure manner to your preferred address, anywhere in the world.

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