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Apostille in Latvia for Foreign Nationals #
Yes, a foreign national can obtain an Apostille in Latvia. The Apostille is a certificate that authenticates the origin of a public document. It is issued to be used in countries that are parties to the Hague Convention of 5 October 1961, which abolishes the requirement of legalization for foreign public documents.
Regulations and Procedures #
In Latvia, Apostilles are issued by:
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia: Legalization Section of the Consular Department.
Who Can Apply:
- Any individual, regardless of nationality, who possesses a public document issued in Latvia.
Documents That Can Be Apostilled:
- Documents issued by Latvian courts
- Documents issued by administrative bodies
- Notarial acts
- Official certificates which are placed on private documents, such as the registration of a document or of a certain fact, stating that it was in existence on a certain date and official and notarial authentications of signatures
How to Apply:
- Submit the Document: The original public document must be submitted to the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Pay the Fee: A state fee is required for the issuance of an Apostille.
- Receive the Apostille: Once the document is verified and the fee is paid, the Apostille is issued and attached to the original document.
Required Information and Documents #
- Original document requiring Apostille.
- Proof of payment of the state fee.
- Identification document of the applicant (for verification purposes).
Fees #
The state fee for issuing an Apostille can vary. It is advisable to check the current fee on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or by contacting them directly.
Contact Information and Official Links #
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia, Consular Department: For detailed information, you can visit the official website or contact them directly.
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Apostille
Important Considerations #
- Document Origin: The document must be issued in Latvia to be eligible for an Apostille from the Latvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Verification: Ensure the document is properly signed and stamped by the issuing authority before submitting it for Apostille.
- Language: The Apostille is usually issued in Latvian, but it also includes standard fields in English and French to ensure international recognition.
