Apostille Convention in force for mainland China since 7 November 2023. Hong Kong and Macao have long accepted apostilles.
Status source: HCCH Apostille Convention status table, checked 18 October 2026. The receiving authority's own requirements always take priority.
China is party to the Apostille Convention, so Australian public documents are generally accepted with a single apostille from DFAT — no embassy step.
Private documents and copies first go to an Australian notary public.
Issued by DFAT. We prepare and lodge it for you.
For use in Australia or another Convention country, documents issued in China are generally apostilled by the competent authority there. Australia's DFAT cannot apostille foreign documents.
This guide is general information, not legal advice, and describes typical pathways only. Always confirm the exact requirements with the authority that will receive your document. Apostille Express is an independent service and is not affiliated with DFAT or any embassy.
