Legalization

Document Legalization Services

When using official documents outside of your home country, they often need to be legalized to be recognized as valid by foreign authorities. Legalization is a multi-step process that verifies the authenticity of signatures, stamps, and official seals on documents, ensuring they comply with the legal requirements of the destination country.

Our legalization services streamline this process, handling the complexities on your behalf to save time, reduce errors, and ensure compliance with international regulations.

Why Legalization is Necessary

Many countries outside the Hague Convention require document legalization instead of an apostille. This is typically necessary when submitting documents for:

• Residency applications
• Business setup and international trade
• Employment and work permits
• Academic recognition abroad
• Marriage or family reunification processes

How Our Process Works

We handle the entire legalization process, ensuring that your documents are authenticated correctly and returned to you ready for use abroad:

1. Document Verification – We verify that your document is eligible for legalization and confirm any required notarization.
2. Government Authentication – Your document is authenticated by the relevant government authority.
3. Embassy or Consular Legalization – The final step involves certification from the embassy or consulate of the destination country.

Documents Eligible for Legalization

We assist with the legalization of a wide range of personal, legal, and corporate documents, including:

• Official Government Documents – Birth, marriage, and death certificates, court-sealed documents, police clearance certificates, and company registration certificates.
• Personal and Business Documents – Power of attorney, employment contracts, agreements, qualification certificates, and travel documents (passports, driving licenses).
• Academic Documents – Diplomas, degrees, and transcripts for international studies or employment.
• Commercial Documents – Export certificates, certificates of incorporation, business contracts, and financial records.

Important Considerations

• Plan Ahead – Legalization can take several weeks, depending on the document type and destination country.
• Verification of Signatures – We ensure that documents are signed by an authorized official before processing.
• Legalization Does Not Validate Content – While the process authenticates signatures and seals, it does not certify the document’s content as accurate.

Why Choose Us?

Navigating document legalization can be overwhelming, requiring multiple steps and government approvals. Our expert team ensures that your documents are processed quickly, accurately, and in compliance with the legal requirements of the destination country.

Start your legalization process today. Contact us for assistance!

Service Charges

Appointment-Only Service

For applicants who need an appointment and guidance but will manage their own documents and submission.

Mandatory visa centre charge of £34 payable for booking the appointment

All-Inclusive Visa Service Packages

Comprehensive support, including documentation assistance and a smoother visa centre experience.

Optional Services

Additional support for travel arrangements.

Visa Solutions, Designed for You – With our deep expertise, securing an appointment and navigating the process has never been easier.

Need Assistance?

• +44 7700 172153
• sales@portugalvisaonline.co.uk
• +44 2038832960