How to Search China Records
China provides 21 searchable databases across multiple government agencies. Use the portals below based on the record type you need.
Important: Access rules vary. Some China records require registration, fees, or formal requests. Criminal records in most countries are restricted and require authorization.
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Debtors in China
Official Government Source Free Access
Search for judgment debtors in China by name, ID number, or organization code. Includes over 6 million records.
Government and Legal Information in China
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for the People's Republic of China and access government resources for commentaries, courts and case law, education, government, law journals, law reform, lawyers, legislation, Parliament, treaties civil and criminal law, companies, constitutional law, consumer protection, domain names, trade, intellectual property, and other government and legal information.
Hong Kong Bankruptcies & Compulsory Winding-up
Official Government Source Free Access
Use this fee based service provided by the Government of the Hong Kong SAR of the People's Republic of China to search for Bankruptcies & Compulsory Winding-up.
🌐 gov.hk
Hong Kong Births, Deaths & Marriages
Official Government Source Free Access
Use this fee based service provided by the Government of the Hong Kong SAR of the People's Republic of China to apply for a search for Hong Kong Birth, Death, or Marriage certificates.
🌐 gov.hk
Hong Kong Business Registration
Official Government Source Free Access
Use this fee based service provided by the Government of the Hong Kong SAR of the People's Republic of China to search for Business Registration information.
🌐 gov.hk
Hong Kong Government Directory
Official Government Source Free Access
Directory of the Government of the Hong Kong SAR of the People's Republic of China agency agency information, websites, email, and office addresses.
🌐 gov.hk
Hong Kong Government Phone Listings
Official Government Source Free Access
Search the Telephone listings of the Government of the HKSAR of the People's Republic of China and Related Organizations by organization or individual name, by "nature of enquiry," or browse the full list.
Hong Kong Government Services
Official Government Source Free Access
Use this fee based service provided by the Government of the Hong Kong SAR of the People's Republic of China to search for an assortment of Hong Kong e-government services.
🌐 gov.hk
Hong Kong Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search the Hong Kong Legal databases. Access official China government records and public data.
Hong Kong Missing Persons
Official Government Source Free Access
Listing of missing persons in Hong Kong, China. Access official China government records and public data.
Hong Kong Patents
Official Government Source Free Access
Click on "Patents" to use this service provided by the Government of the Hong Kong SAR of the People's Republic of China Intellectual Property Department to search for Hong Kong registered Patents.
Hong Kong Registered Designs
Official Government Source Free Access
Click on "Registered Designs" to use this service provided by the Government of the Hong Kong SAR of the People's Republic of China Intellectual Property Department to search for Hong Kong registered Registered Designs.
Hong Kong Trademarks
Official Government Source Free Access
Click on "Tradmarks" to use this service provided by the Government of the Hong Kong SAR of the People's Republic of China Intellectual Property Department to search for Hong Kong registered trademarks.
Hong Kong | Company Register
Official Government Source Free Access
Click on "Unregistered User" and allow pop-ups from the site to use this Integrated Companies Registry Information System (ICRIS) service to search for Hong Kong companies and corporations.
Hong Kong | Government and Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for the Hong Kong SAR (Special Administrative Region) of the People's Republic of China and access government resources for courts and case law, education, government, law journals, law reform, lawyers, legislation, Parliament, treaties, and other government and legal information.
Labor Service Companies
Official Government Source Free Access
Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China databases of labor service companies.
Macau | Government and Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for Macau SAR (Special Administrative Region) of the People's Republic of China and access government resources for courts and case law, education, government, law journals, law reform, lawyers, legislation, Parliament, treaties, and other government and legal information.
Nepal Earthquake Missing Persons
Official Government Source Free Access
Nepal earthquake missing persons database from the International Red Cross.
Patents
Official Government Source Free Access
Search this SIPO database for Patents in China. Access official China government records and public data.
Taiwan - Patents
Official Government Source Free Access
Search this Ministry of Economic Affairs, Intellectual Property Office database by patent, author/inventor, applicant, or priority data for patents in Taiwan.
Taiwan | Government and Legal Information
Official Government Source Free Access
Search legal information for Chinese Taipei and access government resources for courts and case law, education, government, law reform, lawyers, legislation, Parliament, aviation law, constitutional law, domain names, elections, environment, bankruptcy, intellectual property, trade, and other government and legal information.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I search China public records?▼
Use the databases listed above - these are the primary official sources for China. International record systems vary - access methods and availability differ from U.S. systems.
Are China criminal records publicly searchable?▼
In most countries, criminal records are NOT publicly searchable online. They typically require a formal background check with the subject's consent. This is different from the U.S., where many county court records are publicly accessible.
Why are there fewer databases than U.S. states?▼
Most countries do not make the same range of public records freely searchable online as U.S. states do. Many international records require registration, fees, or formal government requests. What is listed here represents the best available free online access.
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Last reviewed: May 25, 2026
