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Embassy legalisation for Hong Kong documents

For countries outside the Hague Apostille Convention, we take your document through the notary, the High Court and the destination consulate – in one order.

The legalisation chain

  1. Notarisation (if needed)

    Private documents such as degrees and powers of attorney are certified by a Hong Kong notary public.

  2. High Court apostille

    The High Court Registry authenticates the notary's or official's signature.

  3. Consulate legalisation

    The destination country's consulate in Hong Kong (or its accredited embassy) legalises the document.

Some countries add a further step after arrival, such as attestation by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the destination country. We flag this when we quote so you know what to expect.

Countries we commonly handle

  • United Arab Emirates
  • Qatar
  • Kuwait
  • Egypt
  • Vietnam
  • Thailand
  • Malaysia
  • Cambodia
  • Lebanon
  • Iraq

Going somewhere else? Ask us – we check the current rules for every destination.

Typical documents

  • Degree certificates and transcripts for employment visas
  • Birth and marriage certificates for family visas and residency
  • Certificates of incorporation, board resolutions and powers of attorney for company set-up
  • Commercial invoices and certificates of origin for trade (commercial fees apply)

Legalisation FAQs

Which countries need embassy legalisation instead of an apostille?

Countries that are not members of the Hague Apostille Convention. Common ones for Hong Kong clients include the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Egypt, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Cambodia, Lebanon and Iraq. Membership changes over time, so we check the current status for your destination.

Why do I still need an apostille if the country is not in the Hague Convention?

Consulates in Hong Kong generally need to see that the notary or official's signature has first been authenticated by a Hong Kong authority. The High Court apostille usually serves that purpose before the consulate adds its legalisation.

How much are consulate fees?

Each consulate sets its own fees, which differ for personal and commercial documents and can change without notice. We pass them on at cost and show them separately on your quote.

How long does legalisation take?

Allow around 7–15 working days in total, depending on the consulate's processing time, public holidays and whether notarisation is needed first.

Do I need a translation?

Some consulates require an Arabic, Vietnamese or Thai translation. We tell you at quote stage and can arrange a certified translation if needed.

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