Document Legalization
Translations, certifications and apostille according to the required procedure
La Fit Trans assists with document legalization procedures according to the document type, country and receiving institution. The service may include translation, certified translation, apostille or other certification steps depending on the case.
When is legalization needed?
Legalization may be needed when a Bulgarian document must be used abroad or when a foreign document must be submitted in Bulgaria. The required steps depend on the document, country, institution and whether the document already has the necessary certifications.
What does the assistance include?
The assistance can include checking the document requirements, preparing the document for the relevant certification, arranging translation or certified translation and clarifying whether apostille or another legalization procedure applies.
How does the procedure work?
- You submit the document online or at an office.
- The team reviews the document and intended use.
- The required services and procedure are clarified.
- A proforma invoice is issued after confirmation.
- After payment, the order is processed according to the institutions involved.
- If originals are required, courier collection and return can be arranged.
Documents that often require legalization
Diplomas, certificates, powers of attorney, declarations, court documents, company documents, notarial documents and civil status documents often require legalization, apostille or certified translation depending on the destination.
Prices and deadlines for legalization
Price and deadline depend on the document type, country, required certifications, institutions and whether translation is included. General information is available on the Legalization prices page.
The exact quote is prepared after reviewing the document and intended use.
Online inquiry for legalization
Submit the document online so the team can review it and clarify the required services, deadline and price. After confirmation, the services are registered, a proforma invoice is issued and the order can be executed according to the specific case.
When an original is required, courier collection and return of the completed documents can be arranged.
Related services
Legalization is often associated with document translation, certified translation, apostille, legalization prices, and an online order.
Why choose La Fit Trans?
Legalization procedures require attention to the document, country and institution where it will be used. La Fit Trans works with an organized process for reviewing, accepting and processing documents.
When requirements are unclear, the client should also confirm them with the receiving party.
Frequently asked questions
What is document legalization?
Document legalization is the procedure for certifying a document or signature according to the requirements of the country and institution where the document will be used.
When is an apostille required?
An apostille may be required for public documents that will be used in a country that is a party to the Hague Convention. The requirement should be checked in advance.
Is translation always required for legalization?
Not always. In some cases, only certification or an apostille is required, while in others translation and certification are needed. This depends on the document and the receiving institution.
Which documents can be legalized?
Commonly processed documents include certificates, diplomas, company documents, notarized documents and other official documents, depending on the applicable procedure.
What does the legalization timeframe depend on?
The timeframe depends on the type of document, the institution, the country, the required certifications and whether translation is needed.
Can the procedure be requested online?
In many cases, the process can start with an online assessment, but for some procedures an original document or a certified copy may be required.
Check which procedure is needed
Send an inquiry online or contact the team to clarify the service, deadline and required documents.