Apostille & Legalisation
Apostille & Authentication Legalisation Services
The Arab Irish Chamber of Commerce plays a central and mandatory role in the document legalisation process for use in the Middle East. Unlike other service providers which offer administrative support and handles paperwork, the Chamber’s certification is an essential and required step in the process.
We carry out thorough due diligence checks on companies, verifying their legitimacy before certifying any submitted documentation. This includes requesting a Certificate of Incorporation and requiring the completion of an indemnity form. We undertake all necessary background checks and ensure that all documentation complies with the specific rules and regulations of the relevant Arab states.
Only once these checks have been completed and the documents have been certified by the Chamber can they be forwarded to the Embassy for legalisation.
Whether you are an SME or a multinational, or are planning to operate in the Middle East, we encourage you to get in touch with us today for further information on how we can support your documentation requirements.
If you need documents recognised abroad, they must go through the correct legalisation process. This typically involves an apostille and authentication as a number of the Arab Countries we deal with requires authentication, also the AICC certification and Embassy legalisation.
We provide a complete document legalisation service in Ireland, handling the entire process on your behalf from start to finish. The AICC are an integral part of the legalisation process as our certification stamp is a mandatory requirement.
What is Apostille, Authentication, Certification and legalisation?
Document legalisation is the process of verifying that Irish-issued documents are valid for use in another country.
This usually involves:
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Apostille and Authentication from the Department of Foreign Affairs
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Additional Embassy Legalisation for certain countries
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Correct preparation of documents before submission
Without proper legalisation, documents may be rejected or delayed. AICC Certification, DFA Authentication & Apostille depending on the country it is required for, Embassy legalisation. Steps like Notary or Translation for an Embassy may be involved and it depends on the varies Embassy requirement. AICC can also take care of these steps.
Documents We Certify and Legalise
We handle both commercial and personal documents.
Examples of documents we certify include, but are not limited to, the following:
Commercial Documents
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Certificates of Origin
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Commercial invoices
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Company incorporation documents
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Contracts and agreements
Personal Documents
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Birth certificates
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Marriage certificates
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Educational certificates
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Garda clearance / police certificates
Countries We Support
We specialise in document legalisation for 21 Arab countries including:
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Algeria
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Bahrain
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Djibouti
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Egypt
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Iraq
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Jordan
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Kuwait
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Lebanon
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Libya
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Mauritania
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Morocco
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Oman
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Palestine
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Qatar
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Saudi Arabia
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Somalia
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Sudan
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Syria
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Tunisia
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United Arab Emirates (UAE)
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Yemen
Each country has specific requirements. We ensure your documents meet them.
The AICC also provides a handling service for mostly all countries across the world. Please contact us for more information.
Our Apostille, Authentication, Certification and Legalisation Service
We manage the full process so you don’t have to deal with multiple offices or delays. Our certification can handle the various steps involved to fully legalise your document for use in the required country. We check and ensure that documents submitted meet the Notary, DFA and Embassy requirements in order to eliminate delays or rejections.
Our service includes:
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Reviewing your documents before submission
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Handling Apostille or Authentication through the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA)
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Managing Embassy Legalisation and Certification requirements
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Keeping you updated throughout the process
Why Use Our Service?
Document legalisation can be time-consuming and confusing if handled incorrectly.
We help you:
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Avoid delays and rejected documents
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Ensure correct processing the first time
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Save time dealing with government departments and embassies
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Get clear guidance on what is required
How Long Does It Take?
Processing times depend on the document type and destination country.
We will advise you on expected timelines and any urgent options available.
Get Your Documents Legalised
If you need apostille or document legalisation in Ireland, we can handle the process efficiently on your behalf.
If you require export, legal/regulatory or personal documents for use in the Middle East get in touch with our team at the details below.
You can visit our online platform to register your documents here: