1. What is it?

A Chinese Authorization Letter to a Chinese distributor is a formal legal document used to establish and confirm the legitimacy of distribution rights for a motion picture in the People’s Republic of China (PRC). It is typically required by SAPPRFT, China Film Group, and/or a local Chinese theatrical or streaming distributor, to confirm that all rights have been properly granted and verified through the full chain of title—from the original Producer to the Sales Agent, and then from the Sales Agent to the Chinese Distributor.

This letter ensures that the film is lawfully authorized for import, censorship review, distribution, and public screening in China.

2. Who is it for?

This set of documents is for use by:

· Producers

· Executive Producers / Rights Holders

· International Sales Agents

· Chinese Distributors / Sub-Distributors

· China Film Group or SAPPRFT

· Legal Delivery Coordinators

It is typically prepared by the Sales Agent or Producer's attorney, then translated into Simplified Chinese and notarized for submission.

3. What does it include?

Sales Agent to Chinese Distributor: Authorization Letter

Section	Details
Film Title	Must match exactly the censored/approved title
Sales Agent Info	Name, address, authorized signatory
Chinese Distributor Info	Name (in Chinese and English), business registration, address
Scope of Rights Granted	Theatrical, VOD, Streaming, etc.
Term & Territory	Exclusive rights in PRC for a specific duration
Delivery Confirmation	Statement confirming materials will be or have been delivered
Legal Warranties	Confirmation of rights, title, and authority to license
Indemnification Clause	Sales Agent indemnifies Chinese distributor against third-party claims
Signature Block	Executed by Sales Agent (signed and dated)

Additional Requirements:

· Must be translated into Simplified Chinese

· Accompanied by an apostille or notarized verification

· May be accompanied by the Certificate of Origin, MPA Number, and Censorship Submission Approval Letter

· Chinese distributor may be required to submit this to China Film Import and Export Corporation or SAPPRFT

Included Key Terms and Attachments

· Full Chain of Title Summary

· Territory and Rights Definitions

· Proof of Rights Holder Identity

· Statement of Non-Conflict

· Delivery Format Confirmation (e.g., DCP, subtitled version)

· High-res stills, key art, and marketing assets confirmation

· Official company chops (seals) if required in China

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