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Algeria joins the Apostille Convention

Algeria joins the Apostille Convention

The authorities of Algeria have officially formalized the decision to accede to the Hague Convention of 5 October 1961, abolishing the requirement for legalization of foreign public documents. This was reported by La Patrie News, citing statements from the country’s political leadership.

Hague Convention 1961ApostilleConsular Legalization of foreign documents
27 August 2025
Bangladesh implements digital system for verification and apostille of educational certificates

Bangladesh implements digital system for verification and apostille of educational certificates

Bangladesh is introducing a fully digital system for issuing, verifying, and apostilling educational and professional certificates. This was reported by Bangla News24, citing the country’s government.

ApostilleConsular Legalization of foreign documentsHague Convention 1961
27 August 2025
Apostille in Ireland: How to certify documents in 2025

Apostille in Ireland: How to certify documents in 2025

The Irish authorities have updated the name of the body responsible for issuing apostilles, as well as the procedure for document legalization. These changes are reflected on the official website of the Hague Conference on Private International Law.

IrelandApostilleConsular Legalization of foreign documentsHague Convention 1961Fee
20 August 2025
Greece provides access to university diploma databases and apostille services

Greece provides access to university diploma databases and apostille services

Recently, the Greek authorities made 170,000 diplomas from one of the country’s leading universities accessible through the official government portal, reports Greek City Times.

Educational DocumentApostilleConsular Legalization of foreign documentsElectronic apostille
19 August 2025
Apostille and legalization of International Baccalaureate (IB) diplomas

Apostille and legalization of International Baccalaureate (IB) diplomas

The International Baccalaureate (IB) is a prestigious international education system recognized in over 110 countries. Graduation documents from the DP and CP programs open doors to top universities, but for official use abroad, an apostille or consular legalization is often required. In this article, we explain in detail how the IB diploma legalization process works, which countries have special requirements, and what graduates should pay attention to.

Educational DocumentApostilleConsular Legalization of foreign documents
15 August 2025
Russia is planning a mechanism to track EAC certificates that were issued non-compliantly

Russia is planning a mechanism to track EAC certificates that were issued non-compliantly

In mid-July 2025, the results of the meeting between the President of the Russian Federation and representatives of the Russian business community, which took place on May 26, 2025, were published. Important directives were decided at the meeting, concerning the field of EAC product conformity assessment

EAC CertificationTR EAWUEAC Declaration of ConformityKazakhstan
13 August 2025
Long queues for consular legalization: How documents are certified in Cuba in 2025

Long queues for consular legalization: How documents are certified in Cuba in 2025

In Cuba, applicants for consular legalization of documents face queues numbering in the thousands, according to a report by Directorio Cubano.

ApostilleConsular Legalization of foreign documentsHague Convention 1961ReformMass media
07 August 2025
Diploma recognition abroad in 2025

Diploma recognition abroad in 2025

International education opens wide opportunities — admission to universities worldwide, participation in global career projects, or relocation abroad. To avoid university rejections or visa delays, it is crucial to take care of proper diploma legalization in advance. In this article, we explain why legalization is needed, the different forms it can take, and how bachelor’s degree holders can ensure their education is recognized across different regions of the world.

Educational DocumentApostilleConsular Legalization of foreign documents
07 August 2025
Apostille in France online: how to request it in 2025

Apostille in France online: how to request it in 2025

France has updated its online portal for ordering document apostilles, and it is now working again. Earlier, French experts said that after the legalization reform, the portal was not working.

FranceApostilleReformFeeNotary servicesDigital services
03 August 2025
U.S. Apostille in Texas: How to Legalize Documents in 2025

U.S. Apostille in Texas: How to Legalize Documents in 2025

In Texas, USA, the procedure for getting documents apostilled will change starting August 5, 2025. This update comes from the official website of the Texas Secretary of State.

USAApostilleElectronic apostilleHague Convention 1961ReformConsular Legalization of foreign documents
03 August 2025
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