Ukrainians traveling abroad for work, study, or residence permits often need to provide official documents. However, for these documents to be accepted in another country, their authenticity must be confirmed. This can be achieved through either apostille or consular legalization.
Let's figure out how these procedures differ and how to formalize them correctly.
Why shall we confirm documents abroad?
Foreign government agencies, universities, or employers cannot accept a Ukrainian document without confirmation of its legal validity.
For this purpose, the following is carried out:
- affixing an apostille or consular legalization;
- if necessary - notarized translation of documents;
- execution of duplicates or certified copies.
Without these steps, documents may be rejected, leading to delays in processing.
Getting apostille on documents in Ukraine
An apostille is an international stamp that confirms the authenticity of a document. It is valid in all countries that have signed the Hague Convention.
Most often, an apostille is placed on:
- marriage, birth, and divorce certificates;
- certificate of good conduct;
- diplomas and certificates;
- notarial powers of attorney.
First, the document is apostilled, then translated. The most convenient way to order an apostille is online through the specialized translation agency Pereklad, especially if you're already in another country.
Legalization of documents abroad
If the country is not a party to the Hague Convention, full consular legalization of documents abroad is required.
This procedure includes:
- Certification of the document by the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine.
- Confirmation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Legalization at the consulate of the required country.
After this, the document will be recognized as valid. The process is complex and lengthy, but much easier with our translation bureau.
Where can I get an apostille and legalization?
While these services are also available abroad, they are significantly more expensive. It's much more cost-effective to prepare everything in Ukraine.
Our translation bureau (Ukraine) offers:
- apostille and legalization services;
- notarized translation of documents into all European and world languages;
- convenient online ordering without visiting the office;
- delivery of completed documents abroad.
To ensure your Ukrainian documents are legally valid abroad, you must obtain an apostille or consular legalization in advance. This is easier and cheaper to do in Ukraine than abroad.
Contact our translation bureau in Ukraine to order an apostille online and be confident that your documents will be accepted abroad without any problems. Our company employs a professional team of translators and managers with extensive experience working with personal documents. Our specialists understand the nuances of preparing documents for use abroad.
We offer a comprehensive service that saves time and money. We work with clients worldwide. You can visit our office in the centre of Kyiv or contact our managers online on our website.
