When a public document is to be used in another country, it often needs both a Hague certification \u2013 known as an Apostille \u2013 and a certified translation. As a rule, the correct order is clear:<\/p>\n
First the Apostille is placed on the original document, and then the entire document is translated together with the Apostille.<\/strong><\/p>\n The reason is simple: the Apostille is part of the final document that will be submitted. It contains details such as the country of origin, the name and capacity of the signatory, the competent authority, the date, the certificate number, and the seal and signature of the issuing authority. So when a translation is required, these details must be translated too.<\/p>\n If the document is translated before it receives the Apostille, a supplementary translation of the Apostille may be needed. This can mean extra cost, delays or inconsistencies between the documents to be submitted.<\/p>\n<\/div>