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Apostille information
Apostille is an international standardized form for filling in information about the legality of a document for presentation in the territory of countries that recognize this form of legalization. The Apostille stamp is placed on originals and copies of documents or even on translations. It is not always easy to get it yourself. In this article, we will tell you what an apostille is, and how and where you can get it.
Legalization of documents is necessary to have legal force and to be valid in the countries that have signed the 1961 Hague Convention. An Apostille may be affixed only in the country which issued the authentic document.
An Apostille is the legalization of a document (special certificate) and the authentication of documents. This confirms the authenticity of the document and also the fact that the documents were lawfully received in the country where they were issued, but it has some exclusions.
What does an Apostille look like?
This is a rectangular sticker with information on the country of issue, the place where the Apostille was affixed, as well as details of the organization (date, registration number, stamp and signature of the person making the Apostille).
In Europe, since 2020, the Apostille has changed its usual paper appearance and looks different. The document is accompanied by a page with a QR code and a link to the electronic Apostille, which is officially recognized in the EU countries and the Hague Convention countries.
Apostille sample in Russia
Apostille sample in Latvia, Europe
How and where to put an Apostille?
You can put an Apostille on documents at a sworn notary’s office. If an Apostille has to be confirmed, the person may apply to the institution concerned or entrust it to a translation agency providing such professional Apostille services.
The first option, despite the cost savings, will take a lot of effort and time. You will have to apply on your own, visit the competent authorities and stand in line.
There is another option, more convenient, faster and more reliable. You only need to contact one of the companies, such as us, that provides this type of service. The specialists at our translation agency will do everything for you.
Why legalization of documents should apply to the professionals?
Apostille is a very important document when you need to legalize a document. Littera24 translation agency has been providing Apostille certification services of documents since 2010, you can be sure that the order will be fulfilled in quality and to the deadline. With us, you will save time and effort. Experienced specialists will correctly prepare the necessary legalization application, as well as document translations.
To put an Apostille on documents:
- education certificates
- diplomas
- marriage certificate
- certificate of birth
- criminal record
- and other documents
Comprehensive services, professional translation, high quality and attractive prices are offered by Littera24. In addition, if necessary, we can order a legalization service with an Apostille in a very short time.
At the same time, the price of our company’s offers may be less than all the costs you incur if legalizing yourself.
Which countries need an Apostille?
Legalization of the document with an Apostille is necessary for countries that have not signed the Hague Convention, as well as very often at the separate request of state authorities and migration services.
Below you can see a list of countries in bold who have signed this convention, but with italics who have not signed it.
Please note: For example, if the document was issued in Latvia, then the Apostille can be placed only in Latvia. But if the country of issue of your original document has put an apostille on the original, we can also legalize your original document or translation in another country without any problems.
An Apostille may be needed for the countries:
For example, sometimes to Russia, Ukraine, Israel, Belarus, America, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan and the United Kingdom.
Now you know what an apostille is, what it looks like and how to order it.
If you are looking for a high-quality made Apostille at an affordable price? Then immediately call the translation agency with the Apostille Littera24!
