FCDO Legalisation for Ethiopia
Our experienced team specialises in notarising, apostilling, and legalising documents for Ethiopia, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements. Whether for business or personal use, we make the legalisation process straightforward and efficient.
FCDO Document Legalisation Process
The legalisation procedure for Ethiopia follows these steps:
- Apostille at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO):
The first step is to send the document to the FCDO in the UK to obtain an Apostille. The Apostille is a certificate that verifies the authenticity of the document’s signature, seal, or stamp, making it recognised internationally in countries that are signatories to the Hague Convention of 1961, including Ethiopia. This step is necessary to ensure your document meets international standards. - Attestation at the Consulate of Ethiopia:
Once the document has been apostilled by the FCDO, it must be presented to the Consulate of Ethiopia for attestation. The consulate will review the Apostille and, by attesting the document, confirm that it is legitimate and recognised for use within Ethiopia. This additional verification step ensures the document will be accepted by Ethiopian authorities.
Once both steps have been completed, your document is fully legalised and ready for use in Ethiopia.
Fees
The consular fee for attesting documents for use in Ethiopia is £120 per document. This fee applies to both private documents (such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, etc.) and commercial documents (such as contracts, business agreements, powers of attorney, etc.).
Please note that this fee is exclusive of VAT, and additional charges may apply if you need expedited services or special courier delivery for your documents.
Processing Times
The typical processing time for legalising documents for Ethiopia is one working week. This timeframe covers both the Apostille process at the FCDO and the attestation at the Consulate of Ethiopia. However, processing times can sometimes vary depending on factors such as the volume of applications and the type of document.
If you need your documents legalised urgently, expedited services may be available for an additional fee. These services can help speed up the process, but availability and timelines will depend on the specific circumstances.
Contact Us for your FCDO Legalisation needs
For any assistance with notarisation and apostille services, our notary in london is here to help. Whether you need document certification, legalisation, or an apostille for use in Ethiopia, we ensure a seamless and efficient process tailored to the requirements of Ethiopia. Contact us today to discuss your needs, and let us guide you through every step with professionalism and care.