Expert Help with Documents

Sometimes individuals need to confirm the authenticity of a document issued abroad in Belarus: legalize a foreign document for Belarus or legalize a document issued in Belarus for use abroad, obtain a new document in Belarus, restore a document that was issued by a company or government agency and was lost, stolen or damaged. Each of these cases has its own procedure. The easiest way for a private client is to contact an experienced lawyer to resolve issues related to the restoration, receipt and legalization of documents. Our lawyers deal with such client issues and will advise you on all issues related to documents in Belarus.

Legalization of documents

Legalization is a confirmation of the validity of documents for another state. Legalization can be in the form of apostille, when a certain stamp is affixed to the document: an apostille or in the form of consular legalization.

Apostille of documents

Apostille is a simplified legalization of documents in 124 states, between which an international agreement has been concluded. In such states, documents with apostilles are accepted, which were affixed by the Belarusian state authorities. An apostille is a special stamp on a document.

Which authority affixes the apostille depends on the type of document. For example, education documents are apostilled by the Ministry of Education of Belarus, birth and marriage documents are apostilled by the consular department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Apostille & Legalization

How to affix an apostille

The apostille is usually affixed to the original document. If a copy is needed, the copy is first certified by a notary, and then the notary’s signature is apostilled by the General Directorate of Justice. For affixing an apostille, you need to pay a state fee — 5 basic units.

Translation of documents

For another country, it may be necessary to translate documents apostilled in Belarus. We provide assistance in translation and in the certification of such translation by a foreign or Belarusian notary.

Consular legalization

Consular legalization is a step-by-step certification of seals and signatures on documents for countries that are not parties to an international treaty.

Business documents that are used in international trade are legalized by the Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Consular fee

A consular fee is paid for consular legalization — 1 basic amount. For the legalization of a foreign document at the Embassy (consulate) of Belarus, the consular fee is 50 euros.

Document recovery

The restoration of documents issued by government agencies and organizations is the receipt of duplicates of such documents. To receive duplicate documents, we need a power of attorney from a private client who is located in another country. If necessary, the power of attorney must be legalized, and we help with this.

Application for the issuance of a duplicate

To receive a duplicate document, you need to write an application to the state body or organization (educational institution, etc.) that issued the lost document. In the application, you need to specify information that will help restore the document: the name, the date of issue, which name was issued, etc. and confirm your identity or the identity of the representative.

On average, an application for the issuance of a duplicate document is considered from 15 days to one month.

Our Services

Legalization Guidance

We provide expert advice on how to properly legalize various documents for official use in Belarus or internationally.

Power of Attorney Consulting

We guide you through creating a valid power of attorney needed for document recovery, issuance, or legalization in any country.

Document Handling by Proxy

We represent you via power of attorney to obtain, recover, or legalize documents without your personal presence.

Consular Legalization of a Power of Attorney: Step-by-Step Process

Notarial Certification

If needed, a notarial copy of the original power of attorney is made. This copy includes the full notarial certification.

Translation and Notarization

The entire document, including the notary’s certification, is translated into the required language. The translation is then notarized.

Ministry of Justice Certification

The notarized document is submitted to the Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Belarus, where the notary’s signature is officially certified.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Certification

Next, the document goes to the Main Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Here, the Ministry of Justice’s signature is confirmed.

Embassy or Consulate Legalization

The final step is submission to the embassy or consulate of the destination country. They legalize the signature from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs by placing the final stamp.

Duplicate Document Recovery in Belarus

Free Initial Consultation

We start with a free consultation to clarify your request and determine which documents need to be recovered.

Power of Attorney Preparation

You issue a power of attorney allowing us to act on your behalf in Belarus. We usually provide a ready-to-use template. The document must be properly legalized.

Receiving the Power of Attorney

Once we receive the original power of attorney, we submit the necessary applications and paperwork to the appropriate government offices.

Obtaining the Duplicates

We retrieve the official duplicate documents on your behalf through legal channels.

Express Document Delivery

The recovered documents are sent to you by express international mail, directly to your address.

Special Considerations for Legalizing Original Documents

Notarized Copy Creation

The first step is to create a notarized copy of the original document, as originals like passports cannot be stamped directly.

Ministry of Justice Certification

The notary’s signature on the copy must be certified by the Ministry of Justice of Belarus before further legalization steps.

Consular Legalization Stamp

Next, the document is submitted to the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for a legalization stamp.

Embassy Verification

Finally, the consulate or embassy of the destination country verifies the MFA official’s signature to complete the legalization.

Why Us

Time-Saving

We handle the entire process remotely, so you don’t need to travel or visit offices. Everything is done efficiently on your behalf, saving you valuable time.

Guaranteed Quality

We work only with verified procedures and legal channels to ensure your documents are processed correctly and accepted by the relevant authorities.

Personalized Approach

Every case is unique. We tailor our support to your situation, offering clear guidance and solutions based on your specific needs and country of residence.

We Speak Your Language

Our team is fluent in English and experienced in working with international clients, making communication smooth and eliminating misunderstandings at every step.

On-Time Delivery

We respect your deadlines. Most services are completed within 20 calendar days, and all documents are shipped via express international mail.

Extensive Experience

With years of expertise in document recovery and legalization, we’ve successfully helped hundreds of clients worldwide with even the most complex cases.

How to Start Working with Us

Consultation with a Specialist

Your journey starts with a consultation. We review your situation, clarify the required documents, and answer all your questions clearly and professionally.

Document Preparation

Based on the consultation, you gather the necessary documents. If you face any issues, our team is always ready to assist you step by step.

Legalization Process

Once your documents are prepared, we handle the entire legalization process from start to finish — quickly, accurately, and without delays.

Delivery of Final Documents

After completing all stages, we send you the finalized documents ready for official use abroad — fully legalized and valid.

FAQ

What should I do with foreign-issued documents?

If you need to use a foreign document in Belarus, it must be either apostilled or legalized, depending on the country of issue. A notarized translation into Belarusian or Russian is usually required.

How is document legalization done in Minsk?

Legalization typically involves certifying the notary’s signature at the Ministry of Justice, then confirming it at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and finally legalizing it at the destination country’s embassy.

Do all countries require an apostille?

No. Only countries that are members of the Hague Convention accept apostilles. Others require full consular legalization, which includes multiple steps.

Are there any requirements for documents submitted for apostille?

Yes. The document must be original, undamaged, and issued by an authorized body. Handwritten or laminated documents may be rejected for apostille.

Which documents cannot be apostilled?

You cannot apostille internal use documents like medical prescriptions, personal letters, or passports. Only public documents like certificates, diplomas, and official records are eligible.

Contact us

Lawyer

Legal assistance is provided by advocate Anton Grinewich, Specialized Legal Bar No. 2 in Minsk.
E-mail

info@ambylegal.by
Address

Office: 1 Krasnaya str., Minsk, Republic of Belarus Postal address: 1 Krasnaya str., Minsk, Republic of Belarus
Working hours

Monday-Friday 9:00-19:00

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