If you want to use an Austrian document abroad, you often need authentication or legalization to confirm the authenticity of the document.
1. legalization
The diplomatic legalization confirms the legal validity and authenticity of Austrian documents so that they are recognized abroad.
Legalization is completed by the consulate of the country in which the document is to be used.
In many cases, the apostille is sufficient instead of legalization.
It serves as a simplified form of certification in legal transactions between the contracting states of the Hague Convention No. 12 and replaces traditional legalization.
Frequently legalized documents
Certifications or legalizations are carried out for the following documents, among others:
Birth certificate
Excerpt from criminal record
Diploma or certificate
Marriage certificate
Trade documents (certificate of origin, invoice)
Authorizations and contracts
Excerpt from the company register
Product certificates
Medical documentation
Passport
Tax return or tax office statement
Examples of legalizations and certifications
Marriage abroad: Legalized civil status documents (e.g. birth certificate, certificate of no impediment to marriage) are often required.
Starting work abroad: Foreign authorities often require a legalized excerpt from the criminal record or a diploma/certificate.
International business: When exporting to third countries or for business agreements, the submission of legalized documents is often mandatory.
Company branches abroad: currently legalized company documents are regularly required.
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The ÖVKG offers many years of experience with authorities, consulate processing and translation services.
Whether for private purposes or business matters - we support you with all processes relating to legalization, certification and apostille.
The ÖVKG team is at your disposal.
Tel: +43 1 361 55 20
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Your ÖVKG Team
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