Introduction
Graduating from a UK university is a great achievement, but what happens when you return to China and need to have your degree recognized? This article will outline the steps you need to take to have your UK undergraduate degree authenticated in China.
Step 1: Obtain a degree certificate and transcript
The first step is to obtain a degree certificate and transcript from your UK university. These documents will need to be in English and certified by the university. You may also need to have them translated into Chinese by a certified translator.
Step 2: Have the documents notarized by a UK solicitor
Next, you will need to have the documents notarized by a UK solicitor. This involves the solicitor verifying that the documents are genuine and that the university has issued them. The solicitor will then add their own signature and stamp to the documents.
Step 3: Authenticate the documents with the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office
After the documents have been notarized, you will need to have them authenticated by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO). This involves the FCO verifying that the solicitor who notarized the documents is genuine and that their signature and stamp are authentic. The FCO will then add their own stamp to the documents.
Step 4: Have the documents authenticated by the Chinese Embassy in the UK
Once the documents have been authenticated by the FCO, you will need to have them authenticated by the Chinese Embassy in the UK. This involves the embassy verifying that the documents are genuine and that the FCO has authenticated them. The embassy will then add their own stamp to the documents.
Step 5: Have the documents translated into Chinese
Finally, you will need to have the documents translated into Chinese by a certified translator. The translator will need to provide a statement of authenticity for the translation. You will then have two sets of documents – one in English and one in Chinese – that are both authenticated and ready to be used in China.
Conclusion
Having your UK undergraduate degree recognized in China can be a complex process, but by following these steps you can ensure that your degree is authenticated and recognized by Chinese authorities. It is important to start this process early, as it can take several weeks or even months to complete.
