Key practical points:
• Extradition usually rests on a bilateral treaty or reciprocity between China and the other country.
• The act generally must be a crime in both countries (dual criminality).
• There are mandatory grounds for refusal, such as political offences or risk of torture or discriminatory trial.
• The courts, the Supreme Procuratorate, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs take part in reviewing the request.
• The wanted person has the right to a lawyer and to raise objections during the process.
• The person may be provisionally detained pending a decision on the extradition request.
Extradition Law of China · Yalla China
中华人民共和国引渡法 / Extradition Law of the PRC
Enacted: 2000-12-28 ✅ Effective: 2000-12-28
📝 Overview
This law sets the conditions and procedures for extraditing wanted persons between China and other countries, whether China requests or is requested. It includes safeguards such as dual criminality and grounds for refusal. It took effect in 2000.
This is general information only, not legal advice. For your specific case, consult a licensed lawyer.
📜 The law text / key provisions
💬 Practical reading
💬 This is a general reading/opinion for orientation — not the official legal text nor legal advice.
If you are party to an extradition process, immediately engage a lawyer experienced in international criminal law, as these are complex proceedings with strict deadlines. Contact your embassy, which may provide consular assistance. This is general orientation, not legal advice.
📎 Official source
National People's Congress / npc.gov.cn
🕒 Updated: 16 March 2026