Full-package Lesotho 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 Lesotho as well as documents issued by Lesotho that need to be used in Vietnam.
Consular legalization for Lesotho is mandatory for documents issued by Lesotho authorities to be recognized and legally used in Vietnam, and vice versa. In this article, we provide detailed information about the procedure, required documents, and the full-package consular legalization service pricing for Lesotho in 2025.
Demand for Lesotho consular legalization
Vietnam and Lesotho maintain close cooperation in areas such as trade, education, and labor. This creates a significant demand for the consular legalization of Lesotho documents between the two countries.
Lesotho citizens need to legalize documents such as business licenses, commercial contracts, diplomas, birth certificates… to use them legally in Vietnam for business, investment, study, or employment purposes.
Vietnamese citizens and Vietnamese businesses wishing to work or cooperate in Lesotho also need to legalize documents such as judicial records, marriage certificates, diplomas… to be recognized in this country.
Lesotho consular legalization is mandatory, ensuring that documents are legally recognized and facilitating international cooperation and exchange.
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Which documents are commonly legalized for Lesotho consular purposes?
Consular legalization for Lesotho applies to many important types of documents, depending on their intended use in Vietnam or Lesotho. Below are the common categories of documents that often require legalization:
- Birth certificates, national ID cards, passports.
- Marriage-related documents such as certificates of single status or marriage certificates.
- Diplomas, transcripts, academic certificates for study or employment purposes.
- Business licenses, international contracts, and documents related to commercial transactions and cooperation.
- Health certificates or other medical documents required for work, study, or immigration purposes.
- Civil status records and documents related to residence or immigration.
Consular legalization procedure for Vietnamese documents to be used in Lesotho
To use Vietnamese documents in Lesotho, you must complete the consular legalization procedure through the following three main steps:
Step 1: Notarized Translation (If Needed)
If the documents are not in English or French, you must translate them into one of these two languages (or according to the requirements of the receiving authority in Lesotho).
The translation must be accurate and complete, without errors in meaning or technical terminology. You should choose a reputable translation company with appropriate licensing and valid notarization.
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Step 2: Certification at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam
Authorities involved:
- Consular Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Hanoi): No. 40 Tran Phu, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.
- Ho Chi Minh City Department of Foreign Affairs: No. 6 Alexandre de Rhodes, District 1, HCMC
- Departments of Foreign Affairs in other provinces and cities.
Documents to be submitted:
- Declaration form LS/HPH-2012/TK or print the form online.
- Original documents requiring consular certification (already notarized and translated if needed).
- Copies of the documents.
- Citizen ID card or passport of the applicant.
- Other documents (if required).
Processing time: Usually 1–5 working days.
Step 3: Consular Legalization at the Lesotho Representative Authority
Currently, Lesotho does not have an embassy or consulate in Vietnam. Therefore, you may contact the authority in a third country to carry out this procedure, for example:
South Africa may be one of the countries that can perform consular legalization for documents of Lesotho citizens due to the close relationship between the two nations.
Contact Information:
- AddressRoom 05.02, 5th Floor, Newton Residences, 38 Truong Quoc Dung, Ward 8, Phu Nhuan District, HCMC: 31 P. Hai Ba Trung, Hang Bai, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
- Phone: 024 3936 2000
- E-mail: consular.hanoi@dirco.gov.za
Documents to be submitted:
- Documents already certified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam.
- Consular legalization application form (according to the form required by the receiving authority).
- Citizen ID card or passport of the applicant.
- Fees as regulated.
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Full-package consular legalization services at No.1 Translation
As one of the leading reputable units in Vietnam, No.1 Translation is proud to be a trusted partner in providing consular legalization services for documents from Lesotho and many other countries.
We are committed to delivering professional, transparent, and dedicated services, always listening to and understanding customers’ needs to provide the most optimal solutions. The Lesotho consular legalization service at No.1 Translation helps you:
- Prepare complete and accurate documents: We will guide you step by step in preparing consular legalization documents.
- Fast notarized translation: If needed, we provide notarized translation services for documents from Lesotho into Vietnamese or other languages.
- Support in submitting documents and tracking the process: We assist you in submitting documents to the competent authority and monitoring the progress to ensure all procedures run smoothly.
- Time- and cost-saving solutions: Our services help you save time and effort while optimizing costs for you.
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 |
Procedures for consular legalization of Lesotho documents for use in Vietnam
Below is the detailed procedure for consular legalization of Lesotho documents for use in Vietnam:
Step 1: Authentication/Notarization in Lesotho
Authorities involved:
- Notary Public: A licensed notary public in Lesotho.
- Court: If a notary public is not available, you may go to a competent court.
Documents to be submitted: Original documents need to be legalized.
Procedure:
- Submit the documents requiring legalization to the competent authority.
- The authority will verify the information and confirm the signature and seal.
- Pay the applicable fee (if any).
- Receive the payment receipt (if any).
Step 2: Consular Certification at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Lesotho
Documents to be submitted:
- Original documents authenticated/notarized in Step 1.
- Application form for consular certification (according to the authority’s template).
- National ID/CCCD or passport of the applicant.
- Fees as regulated.
To be done at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Lesotho:
- AddressRoom 05.02, 5th Floor, Newton Residences, 38 Truong Quoc Dung, Ward 8, Phu Nhuan District, HCMC: Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Maseru, Lesotho
- Phone: +266 2231 1150
- E-mail: teboho.mapetla@gov.ls
Procedure:
- Fill out the application form.
- Submit the documents and pay the fees.
- Receive the receipt and wait for the consular certification result.
Step 3: Consular Legalization of Lesotho Documents at the Embassy/Consulate of Vietnam
Since Vietnam does not have an embassy or consulate in Lesotho, you must legalize the documents at a Vietnamese representative mission in a third country that maintains diplomatic relations with both Vietnam and Lesotho.
Below are two representative missions you may consider:
Embassy of Vietnam in Egypt (Cairo) |
Embassy of Vietnam in Angola (Luanda) |
|---|---|
Address: 47 Ahmed Heshmat Street, Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt. | Address: 41 Feo de Torres e Vereadores Ferreira da Cruz, Miramar, Luanda, Angola |
Phone: + 202-27364327 | Phone: (+244) 922668019 |
E-mail: vnemb.eg@mofa.gov.vn | E-mail: vnemb.angola@mofa.gov.vn |
Documents to be submitted:
- Original documents already legalized in Step 2.
- Application form for consular legalization (according to the form of the Embassy/Consulate).
- Citizen ID card or passport of the applicant.
- Fees as regulated.
Procedure:
- Contact the Vietnamese representative mission to confirm requirements.
- Submit the application and fees at the Vietnamese representative mission in the third country.
- Wait for the result.
Step 4: Certified Translation in Vietnam (If Needed)
If the original documents are not in Vietnamese, English, or French, you need to have them translated and notarized into Vietnamese for use at Vietnamese authorities.
Choosing a translation service:
- Select reputable translation companies with valid notarization.
- Ensure that the translation is accurate, complete, and faithful to the original.
Step 5: Submit the Dossier to the Competent Authority in Vietnam
Once all previous steps are completed, you can submit the dossier to the competent authority in Vietnam, depending on the intended use of the documents.
Competent authorities may include the Department of Justice, the Department of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs, or other authorities depending on the document’s purpose.
Documents to be submitted:
- Original documents already legalized and notarized (if required).
- Other documents (depending on the requirements of the receiving authority).
List of Countries for Legalization
With 16 years of experience in translation and international consular legalization, No.1 Translation is committed to providing fast, accurate, and time-saving services. We handle all procedures on behalf of our clients, ensuring every step of the Lesotho consular legalization process is completed smoothly.
If you are looking for a trusted partner to handle the Lesotho consular legalization procedure, please contact No.1 Translation to receive professional and dedicated support. We are always ready to assist you with all matters related to consular legalization and to safeguard your best interests.
