Hague Apostille
If the receiving institution requires it, we handle the apostille at the notary office for the original document and/or the translation, for use in the more than 120 countries party to the Apostille Convention.
What is the Hague Apostille
It is a certificate issued by Brazilian notary offices that confirms the authenticity of a public document for use in the more than 120 countries that are party to the Apostille Convention. It replaces legalisation at the consulate.
An apostille is not a translation
The apostille authenticates the document; it does not translate it. That's why many processes require both: a sworn translation and the apostille. Since the sworn translation is also a public document, some countries require one apostille on the original and another on the translation.
How it works with M²
- You tell us what must be apostilled (the original, the translation or both), according to the receiving institution's requirements;
- We take it to the notary office and follow up on its issuance;
- We ship the apostilled document to your address or deliver the electronic version (e-Apostille), where accepted.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Hague Apostille take?
Usually 1 to 3 business days after the translation is ready, depending on the notary office.
Do I need to apostille the translation too?
It depends on the country and the institution. Italy, for example, usually requires an apostille on both the original and the translation. Check the requirements of the receiving body (consulate, university, comune) and tell us in your request what must be apostilled. We take care of the rest.
How do I know if the destination country accepts the apostille?
The apostille is valid in the countries party to the Apostille Convention. The updated list is on the Hague Conference website (hcch.net) and on the CNJ portal. Other countries require consular legalisation.
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