The present invention provides a chemical conversion solution and the surface treating method for realizing high corrosion resistance and high coating adhesion of the metal surface, as well as high throwing power during electrodeposition, and generating no sludge.A chemical conversion solution comprising (A) at least one compound selected from water-soluble germanium compound, water-soluble tin compound, and water-soluble copper compound, (B) at least one compound selected from water-soluble titanium compound and water-soluble zirconium compound, (C) at least one water-soluble nitrate compound, (D) at least one compound selected from water-soluble aluminum compound and water-soluble magnesium compound, (E) at least one water-soluble zinc compound, and (F) at least one fluorine compound, and, the coating process for the metal structure.