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Brazil

Non-Hague

Legalization Process

ApostilleEmbassy LegalizationAuthorized Translation

Brazil is a member of the Hague Convention and accepts apostille for document legalization. For Brazilian documents to be used abroad, they typically need to be legalized with an apostille from the appropriate Brazilian authority.

Requirements

Original documents with notarization required

Processing time

7-10 business days

Document types

  • Birth Certificate
  • Marriage Certificate
  • Diploma
  • Commercial Documents

Apostille

In Brazil, apostilles are issued by designated notary offices (cartórios) authorized by the National Council of Justice.

Embassy Legalization

For countries not part of the Hague Convention, documents must be legalized through the specific country's embassy or consulate in Brazil after receiving an apostille.

Authorized Translation

Many countries require that Brazilian documents be translated by an authorized translator. We can assist with authorized translations that are accepted worldwide.