Legal Documents Apostilles
Many people asked us for the legal support of the Legal Documents Apostilles
Preparing and certifying legal documents is a critical step in any international or cross-border transaction.
Our law firm provides comprehensive assistance with legal documents apostilles, ensuring that your papers are properly authenticated and valid for use abroad.
Whether you need to legalize real estate contracts, corporate documents, or personal certificates, our experienced legal team coordinates every stage—from document preparation to final apostille issuance—so your paperwork meets all Bulgarian and international standards.
What Is an Apostille?
An apostille is an official certification that verifies the authenticity of a public document issued by a government authority. It confirms the origin of the document, the authority of the person signing it, and the validity of their seal or stamp.
Apostilles are recognized under the Hague Convention of 5 October 1961, which simplifies international document legalization among its member states.
Once a document is apostilled, it can be used directly in any other Convention country without further authentication by embassies or consulates.
Common documents that require apostilles include:
Birth, marriage, and death certificates
Powers of Attorney and notarial deeds
Court judgments and administrative decisions
Company registration certificates and contracts
Educational diplomas and academic transcripts
Notary Services in Bulgaria
In Bulgaria, a notary public plays an essential role in real estate, family, and commercial transactions.
Notaries act as impartial state-appointed officials responsible for verifying the identity and consent of the parties involved, certifying signatures, and ensuring the legality of the transaction.
Main Notarial Functions
Authenticating signatures on contracts, declarations, and Powers of Attorney
Certifying copies of official documents and private agreements
Preparing and witnessing notarial deeds, including property transfers and mortgage registrations
Depositing wills to ensure validity and safe custody
Supervising vehicle ownership transfers and confirming compliance with Bulgarian law
Difference Between Notaries and Solicitors
In Bulgaria, notaries and advocates (solicitors) perform different but complementary functions.
Notaries act as official certifiers, ensuring documents are genuine and legally binding.
Solicitors provide legal advice, document drafting, and representation in negotiations or court proceedings.
Our law firm bridges these two functions by offering end-to-end legal document support—we draft your documents, coordinate notarization, and handle apostille procedures.
Apostille and Legalization Procedures
If your document was issued outside Bulgaria, it must be authenticated for use in Bulgaria. This process may include:
Certification by the issuing authority – confirming the signature and seal on the original document.
Apostillization – applying the official Hague Convention apostille.
Translation and notarization – providing a certified Bulgarian translation verified by a notary.
Documents issued in non-Hague Convention countries must go through a full legalization process via the Bulgarian embassy or consulate in the issuing country.
Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of legal and notarial assistance:
1. Document Preparation and Certification
Drafting contracts, authorizations, and declarations
Verifying document authenticity before submission
Preparing multilingual versions for cross-border use
2. Legalization and Translation
Certified translations by sworn translators
Legalization of Bulgarian documents for use abroad
Verification of foreign documents for use in Bulgaria
3. Property and Company Transactions
Preparing Powers of Attorney and notarial deeds
Liaising with notaries to ensure smooth completion
Securing apostilles for corporate and real estate documentation
Apostilles for Real Estate and Business Documents
In property transactions, apostilles are often required for:
Powers of Attorney used in buying or selling property
Declarations of consent and ownership
Company registration documents for corporate buyers
Marriage certificates (for joint ownership registration)
For corporate entities, apostilles may be required for:
Certificates of incorporation
Board resolutions and shareholder agreements
Financial statements submitted abroad
Our firm can handle all correspondence with local authorities, ensuring your business documents are compliant and valid internationally.
How We Streamline the Process
Our team coordinates directly with the Bulgarian Ministry of Justice, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and certified notaries to manage the entire process.
We:
Review your documents for compliance before submission
Obtain any required certifications
Secure the apostille or legalization
Arrange certified translation and notarial verification
Deliver the finalized documents securely within days
This integrated approach saves clients significant time and ensures full legal validity of the final documentation.
International Cooperation
We maintain an established network of partners across Europe, allowing us to apostille or legalize foreign documents for use in Bulgaria quickly and efficiently.
We can also legalize and translate Bulgarian-issued documents for submission in countries such as Germany, Austria, Italy, the UK, and the USA.
Contact Our Legal Team
If you require assistance with legal document apostilles, notarial certifications, or international legalizations, contact us today.
Our specialists provide personalized service, fast turnaround, and full compliance with Bulgarian and international law.
📞 Contact: our Law Office D. Vladimirov & Partners
🌐 Website: www.lawyer-bulgaria.co.uk
📧 Email: office@lawyer-bulgaria.bg
