WHAT IS AN APOSTILLE?
An apostille is an official certificate issued in terms of the Hague Apostille Convention that verifies the authenticity of a South African document, including the signature, stamp, or seal on it. Once a document receives an apostille, it becomes legally valid for use abroad in any country that is part of the international convention.
WHY YOU NEED AN APOSTILLE
You need an apostille when you want your South African documents to be legally recognised in another country that is part of the Hague Apostille Convention. An apostille confirms that the signature, stamp, or seal on your document is authentic, allowing foreign authorities to accept it without further verification.
An apostille is required for:
- Work visas & employment abroad
- Study applications & university enrolment
- Marriage abroad
- Immigration and residency permits
- Business, contractual, and legal processes
- Power of Attorney & notarised documents used internationally
HOW WE HELP
We handle your entire application end-to-end, including:
- Submission directly to Dirco
- Follow-ups and progress tracking
- Collections once issued
- Secure courier delivery nationwide & abroad
We ensure your certificate is issued correctly and efficiently, without delays or confusion.