China joins the Apostille Convention: what changes

Detail

What changed

China acceded to the Convention on 8 March 2023.¹

Since 7 November 2023, a public document from China only needs an apostille to be used in another member country, and documents from other member countries only need an apostille to be used in China.¹

Other member countries could object to the accession. Between China and a country that objected, the Convention does not apply, so check the specific pair of countries.¹

Countries

Who it affects

• ChinaUses apostillesEntry into force 7 November 2023