Publication date: 14.05.2024
Apostille: legal force of international recognition of documents
In today's globalized world, it is often necessary to submit documents abroad - for work, study, court cases or other purposes. However, in order for Ukrainian official papers to be recognized by foreign institutions, they must undergo a special legalization procedure - apostillation. What is an apostille and how to issue it in Ukraine?
Apostille of documents: a simple step to international recognition
Apostille is a special stamp that is placed on official documents to confirm their authenticity outside of Ukraine. This procedure is applied in accordance with the Hague Convention of 1961, to which our country also joined. Therefore, the apostille of documents in Ukraine is mandatory for the legalization of papers for use in more than 100 member countries of the Convention.
Where and how to make an apostille in Kyiv
In Kyiv, apostillation of documents is carried out at the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine, and for some types of documents - at other institutions. For example, for an apostille of a diploma, Kyiv provides an application to the Ministry of Education and Science. Prices for apostillation of documents in Kyiv vary depending on the type of paper, but usually do not exceed several hundred hryvnias.
To make an apostille in Kyiv, you need to collect the required package of documents, submit them to the appropriate institution and pay the state duty. The deadlines for issuing an apostille can vary, so you should take care of it in advance.
Apostille in Ukraine: which documents are subject to legalization?
Lists of documents subject to apostillation vary depending on the country of destination. As a rule, these are official papers of state bodies and institutions, in particular:
- Birth, marriage, divorce, name change certificates;
- Diplomas, certificates and other documents about education;
- Official certificates, extracts from registers;
- Notarial documents;
- Court decisions;
- Financial documents and many others.
Simplified procedure for apostilization for some countries
Apostillation of documents in Ukraine is a standard procedure, however, simplified options for legalization of documents are provided for some states.
Therefore, the apostille of documents is an integral component for Ukrainians who plan to use official papers abroad. Thanks to this procedure, documents acquire legal force and are recognized by competent authorities of other states. Apostillation in Ukraine is carried out in Kyiv and other cities through specially authorized institutions. Timely completion of this formality will avoid legal problems and ensure the legalization of Ukrainian documents abroad.
