Document Legalization
Consular legalization of documents for countries outside the Hague Convention. Full procedure support.
Get ConsultationWhat is Consular Legalization?
Consular legalization is a procedure for authenticating documents for use in countries that are not parties to the 1961 Hague Convention. Unlike an apostille, legalization is a more complex multi-step procedure.
Which Countries Require Legalization?
Legalization is required for countries that have not signed the Hague Convention, including:
- 🇨🇳 China
- 🇦🇪 UAE
- 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
- 🇶🇦 Qatar
- 🇰🇼 Kuwait
- 🇮🇶 Iraq
- 🇪🇬 Egypt
- 🇻🇳 Vietnam
- And others
Legalization Procedure
- Notarization of the document copy (if necessary)
- Certification by the Russian Ministry of Justice
- Certification by the Consular Department of the Russian MFA
- Legalization at the consulate of the destination country
Timelines and Costs
| Service | Timeline | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard legalization | 10-15 business days | from 5,000 ₽ |
| Urgent legalization | 5-7 business days | from 8,000 ₽ |
| UAE legalization | 7-10 business days | from 7,000 ₽ |
| China legalization | 10-15 business days | from 6,000 ₽ |
Legalization vs. Apostille
| Criterion | Apostille | Legalization |
|---|---|---|
| Convention | Hague Convention 1961 | Bilateral agreements |
| Number of steps | 1 | 3-4 |
| Processing time | 1-7 days | 5-15 days |
| Recognition | ~120 countries | Consulate’s country |
Our Advantages
- Full support at every stage
- We work with all consulates in Moscow
- Urgent processing available
- Free consultation on choosing the right procedure
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