Consular legalization of passports is a commonly requested procedure by those living, traveling, and working abroad. So, do passports need consular legalization? What documents are required, and what are the costs? Let’s explore this topic with Thao & Co. in this article.
A passport is a document issued by competent authorities of a country to grant permission for citizens when seeking to leave or enter the country.
Typically, a passport includes the following basic information about the holder’s identity:
Consular legalization of passports is the process where the competent authorities verify the legal status of the passport through identity, seal, and signature before using it can be legally used in Vietnam or foreign countries.
Consular legalization is valid for 3 months. After this period, the legalization will expire and need to be extended for further usage.
Many people wonder if passports need Consular Authentication. The answer is No. A passport is used to verify the holder’s identity and nationality when living or traveling in another country. Passports usually come in two languages: English and the original language, so consular legalization is not necessary for regular procedures.
However, in cases where you need to use a specific page in the passport, you may need to translate it into the language of the country you are visiting and get it legalized. Additionally, for certain important procedures like granting work permits for foreigners, marriage, business permits for foreign company branches, etc., notarization and consular legalization for passports may be necessary.
Before consular legalization, you need consular authentication and a notarized translation for your passport. The time it may take for consular legalization depends on the number of documents and their types, but it usually takes no more than 1 working week.
For consular legalization procedures, there are two cases:
First, passports issued by foreign countries requiring consular legalization for use in Vietnam.
Second, consular legalization of Vietnamese passports to be used abroad:
The authorities in charge of consular legalization in Vietnam are:
Required Documents:
Properly preparing for the procedures and accurately translating the passport will save you time and costs. Nowadays, some agencies offer credible notarized translation and consular legalization, saving time and effort for clients.
For example, with a professional and experienced linguist team, Thao & Co. provides high-quality translations and consular legalization services at reasonable rates. For detailed information about our services, you can visit our Get a Quote page!
The rates of consular legalization of passports include translation fees and consular legalization fees.
The translation rate generally depends on the number of pages, source and target languages, and urgency. Additional notarization and consular legalization fees may depend on the government office in charge and the number of pages and documents.
For consular legalization, the notary and legalization office only verify the translator’s identity, not the document’s content. Therefore, finding an expert translation agency is crucial to ensure accurate translations and avoid potential legal issues.
If you are uncertain about which notarized translation and consular legalization services to choose from, an excellent option for you to consider is Thao & Co. – a translation agency that prioritizes quality and professionalism. Our team of experienced linguists with an efficient working process and our own proprietary platform will provide you with dedicated support anytime, anywhere. You will receive high-quality translations and timely completion of your documents.
Please contact us via our website Thaonco.com or provide us with information about the documents that you need translation and consular legalization on our Get a Quote page for a free consultation!
