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Following an update from the Qatari Embassy, we can advise that Islamic Marriage Certificates can now be legalised for use in Qatar. There may be further requirements once you reach the country, but this is a step towards making things easier for those wishing to relocate to Qatar.
There are several types of Criminal Record Checks available for those living in the UK. If you’re teaching ESL overseas, which one should you apply for? Here we will look at the types of clearance certificates that are most commonly requested for these job roles and which you may be required to provide.
Starting out as en ESL teacher can be nerve-wracking, especially if you don’t have much teaching experience. Online courses from knowledgeable tutors can be a great way to get a confidence boost and expand your skill set. Not only will this help you feel more ready for your role, whether you’re teaching in a classroom or behind a computer screen,...
Flights from the UK will expand in number and destinations from the beginning of July. With two of the largest European airlines resuming their flights from the 1st, as well as quarantine measures being dropped in the most popular tourist hot spots, we will certainly see a rise in holiday makers travelling overseas this summer. Where will you be able...
Expat / Legalisation / Relocation
by Melanie Clarke · Published May 21, 2020 · Last modified August 19, 2020
What is legalisation? The process of legalisation, also known as authentication or attestation, takes officially-issued documents from one country and makes them legally recognised in another. This can include a single stage, up to 6 stages, dependent on many factors including document type, its usage and destination, to name just a few. Legalisation of a document can be simply split...
Being in lockdown has affected everyone differently. With many people working from home, some people furloughed and others still on the front line, everyone has had to adapt. As travel restrictions have remained in place also, most holidays have been cancelled or postponed for the foreseeable future, but do people still want to travel after going through this pandemic, or...
Adjusting to a new country, and even a new career certainly has its difficulties. Whether you’re looking to relocate overseas once lock down is eased, or simply looking at trying a new career path teaching online, now is the perfect time to expand your skill set. From preparing your job application, learning how to put together lesson plans and even...
With travel currently highly restricted across the globe, many are wondering what state the industry will be in once the Coronavirus epidemic is hailed to be over. With most people feeling the impact of the freeze in travel, and with many having to have holidays and other events cancelled, the travel companies themselves will be feeling anxious over the situation....
Following a closure of the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) UK Apostille service in March 2020 due to staff shortages owing to the recent Coronavirus outbreak, Vital Consular has now been notified that a limited UK Apostille service will be reinstated from Tuesday 7th April 2020. How is the service limited? Private individuals and companies are not allowed to access...
China / Legalisation / Relocation
by Melanie Clarke · Published April 2, 2020 · Last modified August 27, 2020
If you are having your documents legalised for use overseas, you may run into issues if your name differs between your document and your official ID. This could vary for a host of reasons, including marriage, divorce, Deed Poll or simply not including your full name. To avoid experiencing delays and additional costs, this article will help you understand how...
