Preparing for work or business in China, you may be blocked by document issues — especially proving past passport records, where a number mismatch or identity-continuity question prompts extra documents. Worse, such documents can be rejected as 'unverifiable'. Here is how to solve it online, without an in-person visit.
What is a passport-issuance-record certificate?
A passport-issuance-record certificate is a public document confirming an individual's history of issued passports — number changes, issuance and re-issuance records — used to prove identity continuity. With an apostille, the Korean-issued record takes official legal effect in China without separate embassy legalization, as China joined the Hague Apostille Convention.
When do you need it?
- Proving identity continuity for China employment or business
- Resolving an old/new passport-number mismatch for a Chinese body
- Visa or residence procedures requiring passport history
- Linking identity across documents for a Chinese authority
Key documents
| Document | Note |
|---|---|
| Passport-issuance-record certificate | Confirms passport-number changes and history |
| Apostille certificate | For recognition in China |
| Certified Chinese translation | Required by the receiving body |
| Passport copy | Identity verification |
The apostille process, step by step
- Issue the certificateIssue the passport-issuance-record certificate.
- ApostilleThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs affixes the apostille (public document).
- Certified Chinese translationTranslate into Chinese where required.
- SubmissionSubmit to the Chinese body.
How to apply with Apostille Korea
Apostille Korea handles passport-record issuance support, the apostille, and certified Chinese translation in one stop, entirely online.
Frequently asked questions
What is a passport-issuance-record certificate?
A public document confirming your passport issuance history — number changes, issuance/re-issuance — used to prove identity continuity.
Does China recognize it via apostille?
Yes. China joined the Hague Convention, so the certificate is apostilled for use in China.
When is it needed?
For a passport-number mismatch, identity continuity, or visa/residence procedures in China.
Is certified Chinese translation required?
Often yes, depending on the receiving body.
How long does it take?
It varies by document, but typically about 5 to 15 business days. Contact us for urgent handling.
Why Apostille Korea
- Specialist team — apostille, certified translation, and embassy legalization handled directly by experts.
- One-stop service — from issuance support to the finished certification, resolved together.
- Fully remote — apply online from anywhere and receive your documents — no in-person visit.
- Fast handling — urgent cases processed quickly with real-time status updates.
- Accurate guidance — tailored advice analyzing each country's and document's requirements.