Philippine documents for use in Germany
This country objected to the Philippines' accession to the Apostille Convention, so a Philippine apostille is not accepted and legalization or embassy verification applies.
Germany objected to the Philippines' accession to the Apostille Convention, so a Philippine apostille is not accepted there. German authorities instead rely on verification or legalization through the German Embassy in Manila, and German translations by a sworn translator are usually required.
Steps for Germany
- Obtain the original or official copy (for example from PSA, the school or the court)
- Complete any prerequisite step (CAV, RTC certification of the notary)
- DFA authentication (Certificate of Authentication)
- Legalization or verification by the embassy or consulate of Germany
- Certified translation into the required language, if needed
- Courier to you or directly to Germany
Translation for Germany
Documents used in Germany are often required in German. We provide certified German translations, and can have them apostilled or legalized together with the original. German →
Documents we commonly handle
- Employment contracts and diplomas for work visas in the Gulf
- PSA civil registry documents for family visas and marriages
- Company documents for branch registration and tenders abroad
- Powers of attorney and affidavits
- Medical, police and NBI clearances
- Commercial invoices and certificates of origin
Requirements can change and may differ between authorities in the same country. We confirm the current requirements with you before we start.
Related services
- Embassy & Consular Legalization
- Certified Translation
- Document Retrieval
- Special Power of Attorney (SPA)
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be in the Philippines to prepare documents for Germany?
No. We can obtain, process and courier your documents while you are in Germany or anywhere else, using an authorization letter or SPA.
How long does it take?
It depends on the documents and the route. We give you a written timeline with your quote.