Apostille and document legalisation
The correct route depends on the issuing country, destination country, document type and intended use. We determine whether an apostille, legalisation, prior authentication or sworn translation is needed—or whether no additional authentication is required.
Who is this service for?
- People using a Polish public document abroad
- People presenting a foreign public document in Poland
- Clients handling civil-status, notarial, court, educational or company documents
How we can help
- Identifying the destination state and applicable convention or exemption
- Identifying the competent authority and any prior authentication step
- Preparing a checklist of documents, translations, forms and current fees
- Coordinating filing in person, by post or through an authorised person
How the process works
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Reviewing the original, issuing authority, destination state and intended use
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Selecting apostille, legalisation, an exemption or another applicable route
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Checking prior authentication, translation, form and fee requirements
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Organising submission, collection and any required follow-up steps
Documents and requirements
Requirements depend on the document and destination state. An original or officially certified copy may be required; an ordinary photocopy or printout of an electronic document is not always sufficient. Some documents first require authentication by the competent court, NAWA or another authority. An apostille certifies the official character of the signature and seal, not the document’s contents, and does not replace translation.
Official sources
Confirm current requirements in the official source before filing.