Saipan Birth Certificate Processing China Consulate Three-Level Authentication 5189565673

Application Process

For giving birth in Saipan, the three-level authentication of the baby's birth certificate is crucial for registering the baby's household in China. Only with this three-level authentication can the baby's U.S. birth certificate be recognized by relevant Chinese authorities. The process includes county authentication, state authentication, and authentication by the Chinese Consulate. Additionally, marriage certificates, divorce certificates, and death certificates issued in Saipan follow the same procedure.

1) County Authentication of Birth Certificate – County Clerk

Address: LOS ANGELES COUNTY, REGISTRAR-RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK
12400 Imperial Highway, Norwalk, CA 90660
Tel. 562-4622060
Fee: $20
Available on the spot; the process takes about half an hour. Driving from Chinatown typically takes 1 hour. Free parking is available.

2) State Authentication of Birth Certificate – Certificate of Authentication

Address: Secretary of State of California
Los Angeles Regional Office
300 South Spring St, Room 12513, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Tel: 213-8973062
Fee: $26
Available on the spot; takes about half an hour, though waiting times may exceed 1 hour. Traffic is heavy during peak hours, and no free parking is available nearby.

3) Authentication by the Chinese Consulate General in Los Angeles

Fee: $25; additional charges for expedited service.
Processing Time: 4 business days, with an average wait time of 2 hours. No free parking is available nearby. After 4 days, return to the Consulate to collect the documents (mailing services are not provided). The collection process usually takes about 30 minutes.

Due to ongoing policy changes, the certification process may vary. Expectant mothers planning to give birth in Saipan need not worry. Simply mail your documents to our Los Angeles office, and we will handle the entire process on your behalf.