Consular Legalization of Documents in Ukraine
The legalization of foreign documents in Ukraine through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is a mandatory procedure to confirm their legal validity for use with Ukrainian government agencies.
If a document was issued in a country that is not a party to the Hague Convention, consular legalization through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is required.
We provide full support: from document verification to their official recognition in Ukraine.
When is the legalization of foreign documents required?
This service is relevant in the following cases:
- legalization of documents for Ukraine when relocating
- obtaining a residence permit
- employment of foreigners in Ukraine
- marriage registration with a foreign national
- submission of documents to government agencies
- starting a business in Ukraine
- use of foreign documents in court
How to legalize a foreign document in Ukraine?
The legalization procedure through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine includes:
1. Authentication of the document in the country of issue
The document must first be legalized by the relevant authorities (the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or other institutions).
2. Consular legalization
Confirmation of the legalization stamp from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the document’s country of origin.
3. Notarized translation
Translation of the foreign document into Ukrainian with notarization.
4. Legalization at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine confirms the authenticity of signatures and seals.
Which documents require legalization?
We provide legalization services for the following documents:
- birth / marriage / divorce certificates
- certificates of no criminal record
- diplomas, school transcripts, and certificates
- powers of attorney and notarized documents
- court decisions
- corporate documents
Document Legalization Timelines
- Standard legalization through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 5 to 15 business days
- Express legalization: 2 to 5 days (when possible)
The exact timeline depends on the country of origin and the type of document.
Cost of document legalization
The price of the service depends on:
- the country of issue
- the type of document
- the volume of translation
- the urgency
To find out the exact cost of legalizing foreign documents, submit a request or contact us for a consultation.
Why should you order legalization from us?
- Specialization in document legalization through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine
- Experience working with various countries
- Correct processing with no rejections
- Turnkey support
- Fast order fulfillment
- Legal consultation
Frequently asked questions about legalization
Which is better: an apostille or legalization?
If the country is not a party to the Hague Convention, only consular legalization is acceptable.
Can legalization be done remotely?
Yes, we accept documents via courier from any country.
Is a translation required?
Yes, a translation into Ukrainian is required for submission in Ukraine.
Order legalization of foreign documents
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| # | Document | Provided by the client | We are preparing |
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| 1 |
Scanned copy of foreign passport |
Provided by the client
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| 2 |
Original of the document that needs to be legalized. |
Provided by the client
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| 3 |
Power of attorney
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We are preparing
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Note: the cost and timing of legalization depends on the country of origin and the document.