888.433.3767 scheduling@planetdepos.com Schedule Now Logins Pay Now Join Remote Depo Skip Navigation Menu HomeWhere We AreChina Hong Kong Though depositions are prohibited in mainland China, they may be taken in nearby Hong Kong. Participation in depositions in mainland China for use in foreign courts may result in the arrest, detention, or deportation of the participants. Hong Kong, on the other hand, allows depositions of willing witnesses and the process is relatively straightforward using the Planet Depos checklist for depositions in Hong Kong. While depositions in China are prohibited, arbitration is extremely common. In recent years there have been over 100,000 arbitrations handled within mainland China per year. We offer cost-effective and reliable realtime, transcription, and related services for arbitrations in China. Our teams of stenographers, editors, and IT specialists are strategically located throughout Asia to meet your needs. China is a member of The Hague Evidence Convention; however, depositions are NOT PERMITTED in the country. Anyone caught taking depositions in China can be subject to criminal penalties, arrest, detention, or deportation. Willing Chinese witnesses may be deposed in nearby Asian countries, such as Hong Kong. Hong Kong is a member The Hague Evidence Convention. Depositions can be taken at any location. Review your deposition checklist. When scheduling an interpreter, make sure to note whether the dialect needed is Mandarin or Cantonese.  Court reporters are not authorized to administer the oath in Hong Kong, so the oath will need to be stipulated on the record. Another option would be to apply to the court for a Commission to Administer Oaths. U.S.-trained court reporters and videographers living in Hong Kong. Vetted interpreters with extensive deposition experience. No Travel Fees. On-the-ground assistance to handle exhibit printing, shredding, and other administrative needs. 24/7 support. 2021 International Deposition Guide Download Now More Information About China Party to The Hague Evidence Convention? Yes Currency: Chinese Renminbi Time Zone: GMT + 8:00 Airport: Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) U.S. Visa Requirements? Yes China Visa U.S. State Department Website: China Deposition Checklist Though China does not permit depositions, you may take them in nearby Hong Kong. Our deposition checklist provides an easy walk-through for you. Learn more → Arbitration Planet Depos offers cost-effective and reliable realtime, transcription, and related services for arbitrations in China and throughout Asia. Learn more → Conference Rooms We offer modern deposition and arbitration suites around the world that include convenient conferencing equipment and local staff. Learn more → Travel Tips While depositions may not be taken in China, we highly suggest Hong Kong as your travel destination. Learn more → Home Services Blog Privacy Policy Cookie Policy Contact Emergency Assistance 24/7 | 888.433.3767 Copyright 2008 - 2021 Planet Depos, LLC | All Rights Reserved Contact