Common Uses

• Inheritance matters : When dealing with the distribution of a deceased person’s estate in China, a will certified by the Hague is required so that the court or other relevant institutions can confirm the authenticity and legality of the will.
  
• Property and asset management : To manage or transfer the deceased’s property and assets in China, including real estate, bank deposits, stocks, etc., a certified will is usually required as a legal basis for handling.
  
• Resolving legal disputes : If the contents of a will involve legal disputes or require related litigation in a Chinese court, the Hague-certified will will serve as key evidence.
  
• Banking and Financial Institution Matters : When closing the deceased’s bank account in China or handling other financial matters, the bank may require a will that has been apostille certified.
  
• Insurance claims : If the deceased had insurance in China, a Hague-certified will is usually required when making an insurance claim.
  

Processing cycle

• Standard cycle : 1 week
• Expedited service : Certificate issued within 1 working day

Price

• Fees include : notarization fee, state secretary certification fee
• Free service : Pickup and delivery in the San Francisco Bay Area

Required documents/certificates

• Original Hague Will
• Original valid ID of the signatory, such as driver's license or passport

Process

1. Payment : Place your order and pay the corresponding fee on this page.
2. Document preparation : Our team will pick up your documents for free. Current service area: San Francisco Bay Area.
3. Submitting certifications : Traveling back and forth to the Secretary of State's office in Sacramento, California every day to submit certification documents.
4. Document Return : Once the certification is completed, the documents will be safely returned to your designated address.