FCDO Legalisation for Gabon
Our experienced team specialises in notarising, apostilling, and legalising documents for Gabon, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements. Whether for business or personal use, we make the legalisation process straightforward and efficient.
FCDO Document Legalisation Process
To legalise documents for use in Gabon, the process is as follows:
- Apostille at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO):
The first step in the legalisation process is to submit your document to the FCDO in the UK for an Apostille. The Apostille certifies the authenticity of the document’s signature, seal, or stamp and verifies its legitimacy. As Gabon is a member of the Hague Convention of 1961, an Apostille is required for the document to be legally recognised for use in Gabon.
2. Attestation at the Consulate of Gabon:
After the document has been apostilled, it must then be presented to the Consulate of Gabon for attestation. The consulate will review the Apostille and, once satisfied with the document’s authenticity, will attest it. This final step ensures that the document is legally valid for use in Gabon and accepted by Gabonese authorities.
Fees
The fee for legalising documents for use in Gabon is £120 per document. This fee applies to all types of documents, whether personal (e.g., birth certificates, marriage certificates) or commercial (e.g., business contracts, powers of attorney, company registration documents).
Please note that the £120 fee is exclusive of VAT and does not include any additional costs for expedited services or special courier delivery.
Processing Times
The typical processing time for the legalisation process is approximately one working week. This includes both the Apostille process at the FCDO and the attestation at the Consulate of Gabon. However, processing times may vary depending on factors such as the volume of applications and the type of document.
If you need your documents processed more quickly, expedited services may be available for an additional fee, depending on availability.
Notes / Comments
- Original Documents Required:
Please note that for legalisation, only original documents will be accepted. Copies or scanned versions will not be processed. - Reference to Gabon:
The document must specifically make reference to Gabon. For example, if the document is a contract or power of attorney, it should clearly mention Gabon or involve a transaction or matter related to the country.
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 Gabon, we ensure a seamless and efficient process tailored to the requirements of Gabon. Contact us today to discuss your needs, and let us guide you through every step with professionalism and care.