Consular & embassy legalization in Colombia
If the destination country is not party to the Apostille Convention, the document must go through a legalization chain: authentication in Colombia, legalization by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and legalization at the destination country's embassy or consulate. We handle the full chain, including appointments, consular fees and any translations the mission requires.
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- Checking each embassy's current requirements
- Legalization by the Colombian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Submission and collection at embassies and consulates
- Legalization of commercial documents: invoices, certificates of origin and corporate powers of attorney
- Translation into the language the mission requires, such as Arabic or Chinese
- Tracking until delivery
Common documents
- Degrees and academic certificates
- Civil registry certificates
- Criminal record certificates
- Commercial and export documents
- Powers of attorney and corporate minutes
- Certificates of free sale
Frequently asked questions
Which countries require consular legalization?
Countries that are not party to the Apostille Convention, such as the United Arab Emirates or Qatar, among others. We confirm the current requirement for your country and document type.
Do I have to go to the embassy in person?
In most cases, no. We submit and collect the documents on your behalf.
How long does consular legalization take?
It depends on the embassy and the number of prior steps. Your quote includes a realistic timeframe for your case.
Other services
- Certified translationTranslations signed and sealed by official translators, accepted by notaries, consulates, universities and public agencies.
- ApostilleWe apostille Colombian documents with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and handle foreign apostilles in the issuing country.
- Notary servicesCertified true copies, general and special powers of attorney, signature recognition and declarations, ready to apostille.
- Document retrievalWe request civil records, background checks, academic certificates and property or company documents on your behalf.
- InterpretingInterpreters for notaries, hearings, meetings, medical appointments and events, on-site or remote.
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Prices vary by document, languages and destination. We send you an exact quote.