Consular legalization of documents
The full legalization chain through ministries and consulates for countries that do not accept the apostille.
Countries that are not party to the Hague Apostille Convention require consular legalization: a sequence of certifications, usually by the issuing authority, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and finally the consulate of the destination country. Each step checks the signature and stamp of the previous one.
We manage the entire chain, prepare the documents in the required format, pay official fees on your behalf and follow up with each office. Consular legalization is commonly needed for documents used in many countries in the Middle East, Africa and Asia, for work visas, family reunification, studies and commercial registration.
Typical documents
- Educational certificates for work visas
- Marriage and birth certificates for residence permits
- Commercial invoices and certificates of origin
- Company documents and powers of attorney
- Medical and police certificates
Our process
- Send your documents: Upload scans or photos through the form or by email.
- Receive your quote: We confirm the requirements, the price and the delivery time.
- We process your file: Translation, certification and legalization, handled by one team.
- Delivery: Collect at our office, receive by courier or as a certified electronic copy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between consular legalization and an apostille?
An apostille is a single certificate valid in Hague Convention countries. Consular legalization is a multi-step process for other countries, ending with a stamp from the destination country's consulate or embassy.
How long does consular legalization take?
It depends on the number of steps and on each office's processing times. We give you a realistic estimate with your quote and keep you updated at each stage.
Do you handle the official fees?
Yes. Government and consulate fees are listed separately in your quote, so you see exactly what you pay for.
Request a quote
Tell us what you need. We reply by email with a price and delivery time.
Every document is different, so we price each request individually. Send us your documents and we reply with a fixed price and delivery time.