What Is an Apostille?

An apostille is a certificate issued by a government authority that authenticates the origin of a public document, such as a birth certificate or marriage certificate, for use in another country. It verifies that the document is genuine and legally valid in the country where it originated. The apostille simplifies the process of document recognition between countries that are parties to the 1961 Hague Convention.

It is used to verify the authenticity of a document in another country by certifying that the signature, seal, or stamp on the document is from a recognized government authority. The apostille is issued by the competent authority of the country where the document was issued and is recognized in countries that are party to the Hague Convention. Documents that may require an apostille include birth certificates, marriage certificates, academic transcripts, and legal documents. The purpose of the apostille is to simplify the process of verifying documents for use in different countries.
 
The process of obtaining an Apostille varies depending on the document and country, but it generally involves submitting the original document to a competent authority like  Aldora's Apostille Notary Service  who then attaches the Apostille. This is beneficial as it avoids the lengthy process of legalization through foreign embassies and consulates for the countries that are part of the Convention.