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Consular and embassy legalization

Countries that are not party to the Hague Apostille Convention require consular legalization. The document goes through a chain of certifications — usually the competent ministry first and then the consulate or embassy of the destination country — before it is recognised there.

Every embassy has its own rules, fees, appointment systems and translation requirements. We prepare the file, book the appointments, submit and collect the documents, and provide the certified translation in the format each consulate expects.

What is included

  • Verification of the legalization chain for the destination country
  • Pre-certification by the competent Belarusian authorities
  • Submission to and collection from the consulate or embassy
  • Certified translation into the language required by the embassy
  • Status updates at every step and secure return shipping

Typical documents

  • Commercial invoices and certificates of origin
  • Company documents and powers of attorney
  • Diplomas and transcripts
  • Civil status certificates
  • Medical and police certificates
  • Contracts and tender documents

Prices depend on the document, language pair, urgency and destination country. Send us your document and we will reply with an exact quote — free and without obligation.

Frequently asked questions

When is consular legalization required instead of an apostille?

When the destination country is not a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, for example the UAE, Egypt, Vietnam or Qatar. Some agreements between countries also cancel legalization entirely.

How long does consular legalization take?

It depends on the embassy and the number of steps — typically from one to several weeks. We give you a realistic timeline before you order.

Do you also legalize documents issued abroad for use in Belarus?

Yes. Through our offices and partners in other countries we can arrange the legalization chain for foreign documents intended for Belarus.

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