Consular Legalization of Documents
Consular legalization of documents for countries not party to the Hague Convention. Full cycle: translation, notarized certification, Russian MFA, and consulate. UAE, China, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait. Processing time 2–4 weeks.
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Apostille
Cost
Per page (1,800 characters)
For Middle Eastern countries
For China (PRC)
Per document
Depends on country
Advantages
- Full legalization cycle: notary → MFA → consulate
- Experience with all consulates in Moscow
- Translation and notarization included
- Status tracking at every stage
- Working with individuals and legal entities
- Contract, acceptance certificates, closing documents
- Free courier delivery in Moscow
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What Is Consular Legalization
Consular legalization is the procedure for confirming the authenticity of documents for use in countries that are not party to the 1961 Hague Convention. Unlike an apostille (a single stamp), legalization involves several stages: each subsequent authority confirms the signature of the previous one.
Legalization is required for Middle Eastern countries (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait), certain Asian countries (China, Vietnam), African countries (Egypt, Algeria, Nigeria), and other states that have not signed the Hague Convention.
Stages of Consular Legalization
- Notarized certification
The document (or its translation) is certified by a notary. For commercial documents — certification at the CCI. The notary works in our office — ready within 2 hours. - Legalization at the Russian MFA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirms the notary's (or CCI's) signature. Processing time — 3–5 business days. We submit and collect documents. - Legalization at the consulate
The destination country's consulate stamps the legalization, confirming the MFA's signature. Processing time — 5 to 30 business days. Consular fee is paid separately.
Documents for Legalization
Personal Documents
- Birth, marriage, divorce certificates
- Diplomas and school certificates
- Criminal record certificates
- Medical certificates
- Powers of attorney
Commercial Documents
- Incorporation documents (charter, company registry extract)
- Contracts and supplementary agreements
- Certificates of origin (through CCI)
- Commercial invoices
- Licenses and ISO certificates
Countries and Timeframes
| Country | Consulate timeframe | Total timeframe |
|---|---|---|
| UAE | 5–7 business days | 2–3 weeks |
| China (PRC) | 10–15 business days | 3–4 weeks |
| Saudi Arabia | 15–30 business days | 4–6 weeks |
| Qatar / Kuwait | 10–20 business days | 3–5 weeks |
| Egypt | 10–15 business days | 3–4 weeks |
Apostille or Consular Legalization?
Apostille
- 115+ Hague Convention countries
- EU, USA, Canada, UK, Australia
- Single stamp, 3–5 days
- From 5000₽
Consular Legalization
- Countries outside the Hague Convention
- UAE, China, KSA, Qatar, Egypt
- 3 stages, 2–6 weeks
- By quote
Not sure if you need apostille or legalization?
Contact us — we'll determine the correct procedure based on the destination country and document type. Free consultation. We work with individuals and legal entities. Contract, acceptance certificates, closing documents.
Consular Legalization Costs
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Translation (English) | from 600₽/page |
| Translation (Arabic) | from 1200₽/page |
| Translation (Chinese) | from 1200₽/page |
| Notarized certification | from 1000₽/document |
| Legalization (MFA + consulate) | by quote/document |
Consular fees are paid separately (depend on the country). Exact cost is calculated based on the destination country and document type.
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How We Work
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We Translate
A specialist translator does the work. An editor reviews quality. A notary certifies (if needed).
Receive Your Translation
Free courier delivery in Moscow or email delivery. Payment upon receipt.
For Business Clients
We work with companies of any scale — from startups to corporations. Official contract, full document workflow, dedicated manager.
Contract & NDA
Official translation services agreement. NDA to protect trade secrets.
Bank Transfer Payment
Wire transfer, deferred payment for regular clients. VAT-exempt.
Closing Documents
Completion certificate, invoice — full package for your accounting department.
Volume Discounts 3–10%
50+ pages — 3% off. 100+ pages — 5%. 300+ pages — up to 10%.
Dedicated Manager
Single point of contact for all projects. Timeline, quality, and budget control.
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