Full-package Kenyan consular legalization procedure
No.1 Translation is proud to be Vietnam’s leading provider of consular legalization and consular certification services for Vietnamese documents used in Kenya as well as documents issued by Kenya that need to be used in Vietnam.
Consular legalization is an important legal procedure to ensure your documents are recognized and legally used in Kenya and many other countries. To help you better understand this process, the article below provides detailed information about the Kenyan consular legalization procedure and the latest updated pricing for 2025.
What is Kenyan consular legalization?
Kenyan consular legalization is the process of verifying the legal validity of documents issued by competent authorities in Vietnam so they can be recognized and legally used in Kenya, and vice versa. This procedure is commonly applied to documents such as:
- Birth certificate, marriage certificate.
- Degrees, academic certificates.
- Business contracts, work permits.
- Other personal or corporate documents.
Why is it necessary to legalize Kenyan documents?
Kenya is not yet a member of the Hague Convention, therefore:
- Documents issued in Kenya cannot be used directly in other countries, including those that are members of the Hague Convention.
- These documents must undergo the consular legalization process to be recognized and legally used.
Consular legalization of Vietnamese documents for use in Kenya
Consular legalization is an important procedure that allows documents issued in Vietnam to be recognized and legally used in Kenya. Below is a detailed guide to the steps for completing this procedure.
Step 1: Prepare Documents
Before starting the consular legalization process, you need to prepare the following documents:
- Original and copies of the documents to be legalized
- Personal identification: A valid copy of the applicant’s ID card or passport.
- Consular legalization application form: Download the form from the official website of the Consular Department – Ministry of Foreign Affairs or receive it directly at the submission office.
Important Note:
- Carefully check the validity and accuracy of the original documents.
- If the documents are not in Vietnamese, you must have them translated and notarized into English or another language required by the Kenyan authorities.
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Step 2: Document Certification at the Consular Department – Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam
After preparing all required documents, you need to submit your application to the Consular Department – Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam for document certification.
Submission Location:
- Hanoi: Consular Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 40 Tran Phu, Ba Đinh..
- HCM: Department of External Relations, 6 Alexandre de Rhodes, District 1..
Documents to Submit:
- Original documents prepared.
- Notarized copies of the original documents.
- Consular certification application form.
- Copy of ID card or passport.
Fee: Pay the fee according to current regulations.
Processing time: 1–3 working days (may take longer depending on the number of applications).
Step 3: Consular Legalization at the Authorized Foreign Mission
Currently, Kenya does not have an embassy or consulate in Vietnam. Therefore, you must complete this step at the nearest Kenyan Embassy authorized to process documents from Vietnam (for example: the Embassy of Kenya in China or Thailand).
Documents to Submit:
- Documents certified by the Consular Department (original and copies).
- Notarized translation into English or another required language.
- Consular legalization application form.
- Copy of ID card or passport.
Fee: Pay according to the Kenyan Embassy’s regulations.
Processing time: Depending on the receiving authority’s regulations.
Note:
- The Kenyan Embassy may request an interview or additional documents.
- Contact the Embassy directly to understand the procedure and requirements.
Full-package consular legalization services at No.1 Translation
No.1 Translation provides full-package Kenyan consular legalization services, helping clients complete the legalization of documents from Kenya for lawful use in Vietnam quickly and accurately.
Why Choose No. 1 Translation?
- Professional and Experienced: We have a team of experts with extensive experience in consular legalization and diplomatic procedures.
- Time-Saving: No.1 Translation handles consular legalization procedures quickly and efficiently, helping clients save time and effort.
- Comprehensive Support: We provide services from consultation and document preparation to submission and completion of the consular legalization procedure.
- Accuracy Ensured: All documents and procedures are handled accurately, ensuring full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Service Type |
Expense |
|---|---|
10,000 VND / 1 page | |
310,000 VND / per original page / 300 words. | |
50,000 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 Kenyan documents to be used in Vietnam
To legally use documents issued by Kenyan authorities in Vietnam, you must complete the consular legalization procedure. This process involves several steps and requires thorough preparation. Below is a detailed guide to the required steps.
Step 1: Prepare Documents for Kenyan Consular Legalization
Before starting the legalization process, identify the specific documents you need to use in Vietnam and prepare the following:
- Original documents: The original documents issued by competent Kenyan authorities, valid, undamaged, without erasures, and bearing all required seals and signatures.
- Notarized copies: Notarized copies of the original documents by authorized agencies in Kenya. The number of copies depends on how many Vietnamese authorities you will submit them to.
- Personal identification: A passport or legally valid identification of the applicant (copy).
- Application form: Consular legalization application form (if required by the Embassy/Consulate of Vietnam).
Step 2: Authentication at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kenya
After preparing all documents, you must submit your application for authentication at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kenya.
- AddressRoom 05.02, 5th Floor, Newton Residences, 38 Truong Quoc Dung, Ward 8, Phu Nhuan District, HCMC: G.P.O, Old treasury building, Harambee Ave, Nairobi, Kenya
- Phone: +254 20 3318888
Documents to be submitted:
- Original documents prepared.
- Notarized copies.
- Personal identification (copy).
- Authentication application form (if applicable).
Fee: Pay the fee according to current regulations of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kenya.
Processing time: Typically, processing at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kenya may take several working days.
Step 3: Consular Legalization at the Embassy of Vietnam in the Country Responsible for Kenya
There is currently no Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate in Kenya. Therefore, you need to check which Vietnamese Embassy is authorized to legalize documents originating from Kenya.
Documents to be submitted:
- Documents authenticated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kenya (original and copies).
- Notarized translations into English (or Vietnamese if required), if the documents are not in English or Vietnamese.
- Consular legalization application form.
- Personal identification (copy).
Fee: Pay according to the regulations of the Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate.
Processing time: Processing time depends on the regulations of the Vietnamese Embassy/Consulate.
List of Countries for Legalization
Kenyan consular legalization is an important and necessary procedure to ensure your documents are recognized and legally used in Vietnam. This process requires accuracy, completeness, and strict compliance with the regulations of both Kenyan and Vietnamese authorities.
If you are facing difficulties or need comprehensive support, No.1 Translation is a reliable partner. With an experienced team of specialists and a professional working process, we are committed to helping you complete the consular legalization procedure quickly, accurately, and cost-effectively. Please contact us now for free consultation and to experience our top-quality services!
