Legalization of Documents in Pakistan - Affordable Fee

Legalization of documents in Pakistan is a process that ensures official documents are recognized and accepted for use in foreign countries. This procedure is necessary for individuals or businesses needing to present Pakistani-issued documents abroad, such as for immigration, education, employment, or trade purposes. Since Pakistan is not part of the Hague Apostille Convention, it does not offer Apostille services. Instead, it follows a multi-step authentication process.

The legalization process begins with notarization by a notary public or relevant authority, verifying that the document is genuine. After notarization, the document is submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) for official attestation. This step confirms that the document has been issued by a recognized entity within Pakistan, such as educational institutions, government offices, or legal bodies.

Once attested by MoFA, further authentication may be required from the embassy or consulate of the country where the document will be used. This is necessary for countries that do not recognize documents solely on the basis of MoFA attestation.

Commonly legalized documents include educational certificates, marriage and birth certificates, business contracts, and police clearance certificates. The legalization process ensures that these documents meet the legal requirements of foreign authorities and can be accepted for various purposes internationally.