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The process of legalisation is required where a document needs to be used officially in a country that differs from where it was issued.
Commonly this will require the document(s) to be validated by both the issuing and receiving country governments.
Modern life dictates that the country you grew up in isn’t always the one you studied, got married or had children in. But the legalisation of these documents has to take place in the country of origin. If you’re looking to move yourself or your family elsewhere but have documents issued from a number of different countries, where do you...
Last time we turned the spotlight on online and distance learning qualifications, we identified which foreign embassies wouldn’t accept these for legalisation. This could deter candidates from even applying for positions overseas in both Qatar and Saudi Arabia. But are online degrees accepted by overseas employers? And if so, is there any way for someone with an online qualification to...
Moving to the Middle East can be nerve-wracking, especially if the culture you will be adopting is very different to the one you’re used to. Our office in Dubai is staffed entirely by expats from various locations around the globe, so we’re well aware of how difficult it can be to settle it and make it feel like home.
Have you received any online qualifications from the Open University, or any other distance learning program? It’s possible that the document will not be accepted by certain foreign embassies.
Certificates / Legalisation / Relocation
by Melanie Clarke · Published July 18, 2019 · Last modified July 23, 2019
Previously, we explored the requirements for getting married overseas and the various steps you need to consider to ensure your nuptials go off without a hitch! But what if you, or your family members, were married abroad a number of years ago and you require a copy of the marriage certificate? How easy is it to obtain, and is getting hold of the document...
Interviews / Jobs / Legalisation / News
by Melanie Clarke · Published July 9, 2019 · Last modified July 8, 2019
Vital Consular are excited to announce that we have teamed up with m2r Education, where we aim to set a new precedent in recruitment support. In this interview, the Managing Director of m2r, Munir Mamujee, shares his thoughts on the growth of the education sector, why he feels his unique approach to recruitment is breaking the mould in his field...
Certificates / Legalisation / Travel / Visas
by Melanie Clarke · Published June 27, 2019 · Last modified July 26, 2019
Getting married abroad is becoming ever more popular. With guaranteed sunshine and photo opportunities in some of the most beautiful destinations in the world, it’s easy to see why! But what’s involved with getting married overseas in terms of paperwork, and once you’re married, is your certificate legal in your home country?
A document often has to undergo translation if being used for any official purpose in an overseas country. If you were married abroad and didn’t have an English version produced at the time, or are travelling to a country and require your English certificate for identification purposes, it can get confusing very quickly. Here we look at the two main...
At Vital Consular we offer an urgent legalisation service, ensuring that anyone using their UK documents overseas can have them processed as quickly as possible if they’re short on time. Wherever you are in the world, you don’t have to go further than the post office to enjoy this speedy service. Our London office has a dedicated team of runners...
Expat / Jobs / Legalisation / News / Relocation / Saudi / UAE / Visas
by Melanie Clarke · Published May 23, 2019
Last month, we published an article in response to many news stories which had began to circulate regarding the changes in residence visas, and how this could potentially affect expats in the Middle East.
