Declan Ramsden

Declan is a Content Creator at Vital Consular. He studied English Literature for 4 years before joining the company. Outside of work, he enjoys listening to retro music and reading classic novels – particularly Charles Dickens!

Joined: October 19, 2021
Articles: 37
Comments: 125

Travelling to Vietnam – What if the name on your documents doesn’t match the name on your passport?

Declan Ramsden
January 4, 2024

When you're presenting documents in Vietnam, the names on them need to match the name on your passport. But what if this isn't the case?

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Document legalisation scams: Things to look out for

Declan Ramsden
August 16, 2023

If it's too good to be true, it probably is. It definitely is when it comes to document legalisation. Don't get caught out by legalisation scams.

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Canada joining The Hague Apostille Convention: What does it mean?

Canada are joining the Hague Apostille Convention, which is going to have a big impact on those looking to move over there or do trade with the country.

Don’t lose access to the sites you love overseas – VPN for expats

Declan Ramsden
May 31, 2023

VPNs are an essential piece of kit for expats. Here's why!

The Vietnam Legalisation Process: How to legalise your documents

Declan Ramsden
April 26, 2023

Moving to Vietnam is an exciting experience, but the document legalisation process can throw a spanner in the works. Don't worry, though - this blog will tell you everything you need to know about it!

A Dream Wedding in Cyprus: How do I make it happen?

Declan Ramsden
April 6, 2023

If you're wanting a dream wedding in Cyprus, we can help you with that - we can sort out all the boring administrative stuff for you!

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Bahrain Document Legalisation: Getting documents ready for Bahrain

Declan Ramsden
April 5, 2023

If you ever need to present your documents in Bahrain, you'll need to put them through the document legalisation process first.

Are Apostille services legit? How to look out for scams

There are loads of companies out there offering Apostille services - but how do you know whether they're legitimate or not? We take a look at the scams that are circulating and how you can tell if your Apostille is the real deal.

Legalising documents for use in Iraq: What’s the process?

Declan Ramsden
April 4, 2023

Starting a new life in Iraq? Before you can make the move, you'll need to get through the document legalisation process.

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Getting married abroad: The administrative side

Declan Ramsden
April 3, 2023

When you dream of getting married abroad you're thinking of sandy beaches, romantic sunsets and idyllic seas. You aren't thinking about the boring, administrative process. Unfortunately, though, you can't have one without the other!

How do I legalise my documents for use in Kuwait?

Declan Ramsden
March 31, 2023

Kuwait document legalisation can be a tricky process, but there's no way around it - you need to get it done if you're wanting to present your documents in Kuwait. This blog talks about the most stress-free way to legalise documents for use in Kuwait.

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How to get legally married in Greece – the ultimate guide

Declan Ramsden
March 31, 2023

If you're hyping over Mamma Mia and thinking about getting married in Greece, you've come to the right place.

Jordanian Legalisation: A Guide

Declan Ramsden
March 24, 2023

Want to know the easiest way to legalise your documents for use in Jordan? Read this blog.

Qatar Legalisation: How to legalise your documents for use in Qatar

Declan Ramsden
March 24, 2023

Legalising documents for use in Qatar can be a complicated process. There are so many steps and hoops you need to jump through, but don't worry. We'll give you a really easy solution in this blog.

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Need documents legalising at the Egyptian Embassy in London? Don’t worry!

Declan Ramsden
March 24, 2023

If you need documents legalising for use in Egypt, you're in the right place!