​How to Enforce a Foreign Arbitration Award in China: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Enforce a Foreign Arbitration Award in China: A Step-by-Step Guide
It takes meticulous preparation and execution to enforce a foreign arbitration award in China. To improve your chances of success, this tutorial provides a step-by-step strategy.
 
Arbitrators' written civil dispute rulings are binding. They're employed in business disputes and may be enforced by the courts. Foreign arbitration awards may be enforced in China provided the parties consent to Chinese jurisdiction and a recognized arbitral institution renders the award.
 
 
A petition must be filed with the court within six months following the award to enforce a foreign arbitration award in China. Provide relevant papers, including the arbitration award. After filing the petition, the court will establish a hearing date and determine whether to grant it. If granted, an enforcement order will give the losing side 20 days to comply. The winning party may sue for contempt if they don't cooperate.
 
The next stage is to bring a court lawsuit if the losing party doesn't cooperate. If the court finds favor of the winning side, the sheriff will serve papers on the losing party. To guarantee compliance, follow up with the court.
 
Despite the process's complexity, these measures may help you enforce a foreign arbitration award in China.