Authentication FAQ

Can I apply for legalization at the Chinese Embassy?

As of December 1, 2021, the consular legalization applications of non-Chinese nationals residing in the consular district of the Chinese Embassy in Egypt should be submitted to the Chinese Visa Application Service Center in Cairo (hereinafter referred as 'Visa Application Center). Consular legalizat

Do I need to make two appointments if I apply for visa and legalization on the same day?

Before submitting your visa application, please complete the online application form and make an appointment on the Visa Application Centers website. The embassy has no mandatory requirements for appointment of legalization application. The applicant can visit Visa Application Centers website or sen

Do I need to make an appointment for legalization?

It is not mandatory requirement for appointment of legalization application. The applicant can visit Visa Application Centers website or send an email to the Visa Application Center to make an appointment for submission, or directly go to the center to submit the legalization application. No appoint

Does the Visa Application Center accept legalization applications via post?

The Visa Application Center does not accept postal applications. However, you can entrust an agent to submit the application on your behalf. the Visa Application Center provides only postal service for return delivery. Upon submitting the application, you can choose the return delivery by postal ser