Choose by what needs to be certified
Does the recipient need to verify an official signature, that a copy matches the original or that a person signed the document? The answer determines whether you need an apostille, copy certification, signature certification or a longer legalisation chain.
- Apostille to authenticate the origin of a public document internationally
- Certified copy when the original should not be submitted
- Witnessing or signature certification when the signatory must be verified
- Legalisation when the Apostille system does not apply

Start online – continue through the correct channel
A scanned copy is often sufficient for the first review. Once the document and recipient requirement are clear, you will know whether the case can continue by post or whether the signatory must attend in person with the original and identification.



