Consular Legalization

Document authentication and consular legalization service in Italy

All type of Italian document needs to be legalized to be valid for use abroad. In cases where an apostille is not an option, then authentication and legalization by the Consulate of the destination country in Italy should be applied. The process includes legalizing the original document at the Prefecture or the Public Prosecutor’s Office (depend on the typology and issuing entity of document) and following with Consular legalization in the embassy of the destination country in Italy.

Authentication and Legalization of Italian Documents

If you need to submit an Italian document or certificate to a foreign country that is NOT a member of the Apostille Convention, it is necessary to have it go through the consulate legalization process to be valid abroad. We can assist with obtaining the Italian documents, and have them legalized on your behalf, and ship the documents to where ever you are.

Here below some examples of the most requested Italian documents from our clients:

• Birth Certificates
• Marriage Certificates
• Residence certificate
• Family status certificate
• Citizenship certificate
• Certificate of Criminal Record
• Certificate of Pending Charges
• Diploma and Academic Certificates
• Company Registry Report (VISURA)

Consular Legalization or Apostille?

If you need to submit an Italian document or certificate to a foreign country that is also a member of the HCCH 1961 Apostille Convention, it is necessary to have it apostilled in Italy. We can assist with that as well, find out more about our service here: Apostille Service in Italy

If you are not sure about the rules and requirements of the country where your Italian document should be destinated, we can help. We know the requirements and procedures to ensure your Italian documents and certificates are accepted in another country.

Do not hesitate to contact us at info@italycertificates.com, our team will be happy to suggest services that suit your needs.

Our Service Process

Contact us to get a free quote!

If you need to have an Italian document valid for legal use abroad, or a sworn translation on a foreign document to be used in Italy, we can help. Contact us to get a free quote, with a customized service package based on your needs.