We have previously discussed the wave of South and Southeast Asian countries joining the Hague Convention in recent years – as of April 2022, there has been another new addition to the convention which we hope will simplify the process of Saudi Arabia document legalisation, especially for our clients abroad who cannot visit embassies in-person. […]
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For those wishing to legalise documents for Pakistan, the process is soon to be a lot simpler. Currently, documents for Pakistan require legalisation through the Pakistan High Commission in London or one of its sub-commissions in Manchester, Birmingham, Bradford or Glasgow. This legalisation process can be quite long and confusing, as there are many regulations
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When preparing for an intercontinental move, there are bound to be a lot of considerations on your mind – visa applications to prepare, flights to book, accommodation to find – but one detail that often gets overlooked until the last minute is what to do about your family pets. Unfortunately, pets are not exempt from
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What is Chinese Embassy attestation and why is it necessary? Chinese embassy legalisation, or attestation, is an additional step following notarisation and legalisation by way of Hague apostille. It is generally required by countries which have not joined the Apostille Convention; although not every country without the convention in place will ask for it, certain
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In recent years, the Chinese government has made efforts to promote business, especially from foreign investors – this has resulted in an increase in mergers & acquisitions activity. Despite this, foreign investors are still bound to relatively tight regulations in China. This can result in additional steps and more requirements for documentation for overseas buyers
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When exporting goods to China, some documents require legalisation. Legalisation is the process through which a document is certified for use in another country. Because China has not joined the Hague Convention on the Apostille, documents being used in China must be legalised by both the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office in the UK and
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If you married in the UK and are returning to Egypt, you may need assistance authenticating your marriage certificate. This will ensure that your marriage is legally recognised in all scenarios. It will also ensure that you and your spouse have full access to the rights and privileges connected to legal marital status. The Egyptian
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For the most part, legalising a document from one signatory country of the Hague Convention for use in another signatory country is straightforward. The Hague Apostille eliminates the need for double-certification by Embassies. However, there are certain circumstances in which, despite recognition of the apostille, it is necessary to fulfil further steps before sending a
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Teaching English in China is a popular job for recent graduates and for those wanting to travel before starting their careers. You might be wondering what to expect when preparing to work in China. Applying for visas and permits can be a long process, especially post-Covid-19. Fortunately, your employer should help to guide you through
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In certain countries, it is possible to obtain permanent or long-term residence through investment or specialised talent. This type of permit is known as a golden visa. If you are a business owner or an entrepreneur, this type of visa may spark your interest, as, provided you have the necessary resources or experience, it may
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