Apostille and legalisation of Ukrainian documents
Obtaining apostilles on Ukrainian civil status, court, notarial and education documents from the correct authority, or consular legalisation for countries outside the Apostille Convention, with certified translation and courier delivery to you.
Travel to Ukraine
Not required
Typical timeline
1–4 weeks
Format
Legal agreement signed remotely
Language
Updates in English
Overview
When you need an apostille
An apostille confirms that a Ukrainian document is authentic, so it is accepted in other countries of the Hague Convention, including the US, Canada and the EU. Each type of document goes to a different authority.
01
You need a Ukrainian document for immigration abroad
02
You are marrying or divorcing abroad
03
You need a diploma recognised abroad
04
A bank or court abroad asks for a Ukrainian document
Your options
Which authority issues your apostille
01
Civil status, court and notarial documents
Apostille by the Ministry of Justice.
Usually 1–2 weeks
01
Education documents
Apostille by the Ministry of Education and Science.
Usually 2–4 weeks
01
Consular legalisation
For countries outside the Apostille Convention: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the destination country's consulate.
Usually 2–4 weeks
How it works
From request to apostilled document
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Consultation
We review your situation and confirm the right route.
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Legal agreement
You sign remotely; we confirm the scope and fee in writing.
01
Requirements check
We confirm what the receiving authority needs.
01
Apostille
We obtain the apostille from the correct authority.
01
Translation & delivery
We arrange translation and courier delivery.
What we need from you
What we need to start
- The original document or a notarised copy
- Passport (copy)
- Requirements of the receiving authority
- Delivery address abroad
Scans are enough to start. We tell you if any document needs an apostille or translation, and arrange it if you prefer.
Related services
Often handled together
Notarial consents and affidavits
Consents of spouses, parents and co-owners, and affidavits for use in Ukraine or abroad.
Registry documents recovery
New certificates and extracts from Ukrainian registries, delivered abroad.
Certified translations
Translations of documents certified for use in Ukraine and abroad.
FAQ
What clients ask before filing
Not covered here? Ask an attorney directly during your consultation.
Do I need to come to Ukraine?
Should I translate before or after the apostille?
Can the apostille be placed on a copy?
Can a Soviet-era document be apostilled?
Which countries accept an apostille?
Let's put an end to the uncertainty.
Tell us about your matter. An experienced attorney will review it and lay out your options — clearly and in English. We always see the matter through to the end.
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