Egypt consular legalization procedures – full package
No.1 Translation is proud to be Vietnam's leading provider of consular legalization and consular certification services for Vietnamese documents used in Egypt as well as documents issued by Egypt that need to be used in Vietnam.
Consular legalization is an important step to ensure that documents are legally recognized when used in Egypt or vice versa in Vietnam. Understanding the procedures and steps of consular legalization will help you save time and ensure accurate results. Let No.1 Translation guide you through the details in the article below.
Why is Egypt consular legalization necessary?
Both Egypt and Vietnam are not yet members of the Hague Convention (Apostille). Therefore, documents from Vietnam intended for use in Egypt or other countries must undergo the consular legalization procedure.
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Which documents require consular legalization for Egypt?
Consular legalization is an important process to ensure that your documents have legal validity when used in Egypt or other countries. However, not all types of documents are eligible for consular legalization. Below are the documents that require consular legalization and those that are not allowed to be legalized.
Documents Requiring Consular Legalization for Egypt
Documents that typically require consular legalization for Egypt include:
- Identity documents: Including citizen ID cards, passports, birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce papers, or documents for name changes.
- Property ownership documents: Including sale contracts, property ownership certificates, lease agreements, or loan agreements for assets.
- Work and education-related documents: Professional certificates, academic transcripts, diplomas, training certificates, and documents related to employment contracts.
Other legal documents: Documents related to economic contracts, commercial contracts, notarization certificates, or other documents related to legal requirements.
Documents Not Allowed for Consular Legalization in Egypt
In addition to the documents that must be legalized, some types of documents are not permitted for consular legalization in Egypt, including:
- Documents that have been altered or erased without proper correction according to legal regulations.
- Documents containing conflicting details, such as names, dates, addresses, or other important information.
- Forged documents or documents that do not comply with legal regulations.
- Documents with signatures or seals that are not original or not certified, which are ineligible for consular legalization.
- Any documents containing content that infringes upon national interests, the lawful interests of the Vietnamese State, or violates Vietnamese laws.
Consular legalization procedure for Vietnamese documents to be used in Egypt
To use documents issued by Vietnam in Egypt, these documents must undergo consular legalization to ensure their validity according to Egyptian requirements. Below are the detailed steps to carry out this procedure:
Step 1: Authentication of Documents at Competent Authorities
Before proceeding with consular legalization, your documents must be authenticated by the competent authorities in Vietnam.
- If the documents are original Vietnamese documents, you need to take them to the Department of Foreign Affairs or the Consular Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam for authentication.
- If the document is a copy or requires translation, you must take it to a notary public to notarize a copy of the original document before proceeding with the consular legalization steps.
Step 2: Consular Legalization at the Consular Department or Department of Foreign Affairs
After authentication, you need to carry out consular legalization of the documents at the Consular Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam (Hanoi) or the Department of Foreign Affairs of Ho Chi Minh City. These are the competent authorities authorized to certify Vietnamese documents for use in Egypt.
Documents to prepare::
- Original documents or notarized copies.
- Personal identification (citizen ID card, passport).
- Consular legalization request form (as per the prescribed template).
Fees: Pay the consular legalization fees according to the regulations of these authorities.
Processing time: The consular legalization process at these offices usually takes 1–3 working days, but it may take longer if there are many applications or special requests.
Step 3: Consular Legalization at the Egyptian Embassy
After your documents have been legalized at the Consular Department or Department of Foreign Affairs, the next step is consular legalization at the Egyptian Embassy in Hanoi. This is the diplomatic representative of Egypt in Vietnam and is authorized to certify documents for Vietnamese citizens and organizations.
Egyptian Embassy in Hanoi::
- Address: 63 Tô Ngọc Vân Street, Quảng An, Tây Hồ, Hanoi
- Điện thoại: (00844) 8294999 – 8294996
- Fax: (00844) 8294997
Documents to prepare::
- Documents already authenticated at the Consular Department or Department of Foreign Affairs.
- Personal identification (ID card, passport).
- Consular legalization request form (if required).
- Other documents as requested by the Egyptian Embassy.
Fees: The Egyptian Embassy will collect consular legalization service fees according to their regulations.
Processing time: The consular legalization process may take 1–2 working days, depending on the number of applications and embassy requirements.
Step 4: Using Documents in Egypt
After completing the consular legalization process at the Egyptian Embassy, your documents will have legal validity in Egypt and can be used for purposes such as marriage registration, education, employment, or other legal procedures.
Full-package Egyptian Consular Legalization at No.1 Translation
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Why Choose No. 1 Translation?
- With over 16 years of experience in consular legalization and translation, we have assisted thousands of clients in completing procedures quickly and accurately.
- We commit to processing applications in the shortest time possible with reasonable fees, ensuring optimal time and cost efficiency for our clients.
- From document reception and consultation to processing, all steps are handled by a team of experienced specialists, ensuring smooth procedures in full compliance with legal regulations.
- Our expert team provides detailed advice on documents, procedures, and the specific requirements of the Egyptian Embassy.
Service Type |
Expense |
|---|---|
10,000 VND / 1 page | |
310,000 VND / per original page / 300 words. | |
40,000 VND / document | |
Consular certification (stamp of Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs) | 300,000 VND / 1 stamp (250,000 VND / 1 stamp if the customer makes 2 or more documents) |
From 2,500,000 VND to 4,500,000 VND depending on the document |
Consular legalization procedure for Egyptian documents to be used in Vietnam
To have documents issued by Egyptian authorities recognized and legally used in Vietnam, the following consular legalization steps must be carried out:
Step 1: Authentication of Documents in Egypt
The documents must be authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Egypt. This authority is responsible for certifying the legality of documents before they are used abroad.
Step 2: Certification at the Vietnamese Embassy in Egypt
After authentication by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Egypt, the documents must be submitted to the Vietnamese Embassy in Egypt for consular legalization.
The Vietnamese Embassy will verify the authenticity of the documents and certify them to ensure they can be legally used in Vietnam.
Step 3: Notarized Translation in Vietnam
Once the documents are sent to Vietnam, you need to carry out:
- Translation into Vietnamese, if the documents are in Arabic or other languages.
- Notarize the translation at a Notary Office or the competent authority in Vietnam.
Step 4: Submit Documents to the Consular Department or Department of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam
If additional certification from Vietnamese authorities is required, you can take the documents that have been legalized and translated to:
- Consular Department – Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam..
- Department of Foreign Affairs of Ho Chi Minh City or other authorized agencies.
List of Countries for Legalization
Egyptian consular legalization is an important and sometimes complex process that requires accuracy and full compliance with legal regulations. However, with the support of No.1 Translation, you can be completely assured of the speed and accuracy of the procedure. Call us now at hotline 0934.888.768 for free consultation and prompt assistance.
