Corporate Registration Apostille for China

Korean corporate registration certificates for use in mainland China require MOFA authentication followed by Chinese Embassy/Consulate legalization — NOT apostille. This is required for establishing a WFOE (Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprise) or JV (Joint Venture) with SAMR (State Administration for Market Regulation), opening Chinese corporate bank accounts, and executing commercial contracts.

How to apostille a Korean corporate registration for China

1Obtain the 법인등기부등본 from the Korean Court Registry
2MOFA authentication
3Chinese Embassy/Consulate legalization
4Certified Simplified Chinese translation
5Submit to SAMR, bank, or business partner

Requirements for China

Korean 법인등기부등본 with current company details
MOFA authentication — apostille is NOT valid in mainland China
Chinese Embassy/Consulate legalization
Certified Simplified Chinese translation

What to look for in a specialist

Experience with the MOFA auth → Chinese Embassy/Consulate legalization process

Access to certified Simplified Chinese translators for corporate documents

Knowledge of SAMR WFOE and JV registration requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apostille my Korean corporate documents for use in China?

No. Mainland China does not accept apostille. You must use MOFA authentication followed by Chinese Embassy/Consulate legalization instead.

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