An “apostille” is a form of authentication issued to documents for use in countries that participate in the Hague Convention of 1961. The Office of the Secretary of State provides apostille and authentication service to SA. citizens and foreign nationals on documents that will be used overseas.
Apostille Services In South Africa
Easy Apostille
Address: 12th Floor, Sandton office Towers, 5th street, 159 Rivonia Rd, Sandton, 2057, South Africa
Phone: +27 83 630 9001
Document Attestation South Africa
Address: Office Co, Delmondo Office Park, 169 Garsfontein Rd, Ashlea Gardens, Pretoria, 0081, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4PM
Phone: +27 10 786 4989
Be Authentic (Pty) Ltd
Address: Spaces Building Leslie Ave, Design Quarter District, Fourways, 2191, South Africa
Areas served: Durban and nearby areas
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4PM
Phone: +27 11 513 3510
Notary – Apostille Services – Pretoria
Address: 62 Glenwood Rd, Lynnwood Glen, Pretoria, 0081, South Africa
Areas served: Sandton and nearby areas
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 5PM
Phone: +27 81 347 6060
Apostille Certificate Services
Address: Office 4, 2nd Floor, Northern Pavilion, Loftus Versveld, 416 Kirkness St, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0007, South Africa
Hours: Open ⋅ Closes 4:30PM
Phone: +27 87 001 0733
Apostilled Documents In South Africa include;
Degree Certificates, Diplomas, Academic transcripts, Matric Certificates, school certificates, School transfer, Nursing Qualifications, TEFL/TESOL certificates Police Clearance Certificates Birth Certificates, Marriage Certificates, Death Certificates, Divorce order, Letter of no impediment, Unabridged birth certificates, Passport copies, I.D Radiological reports, Medical reports and Certificates Contracts, Agreements, Trade documents and shipping documents Affidavits and power of attorneys, Court order issued from any South African Court Drivers letter, Driver’s License,
Our Apostille Services includes the following;
Notary Services/ Notarial Certification/ Notary Public Attendances at the High Court Attendances at Department of Foreign Affairs (DIRCO) Attendances at the Various Embassies and consulates/ Embassy Verifications Attendances at Educational departments.
Attendances at Health professional council of South Africa (HPCSA) Attendances at the Chamber of commerce Official/Sworn Translation services Please Note: Each document does not necessarily has to be submitted to all the above offices.
Documents differs and once we get your request, we will advise on the relevant offices which we attest your document. For assistance with your Document attestation/Apostille Certificate matter you can contact us at our offices. Email: info@mfla.co.za
How do I get an apostille in South Africa?
Depending on the type of documentation, you may first have to get the documentation stamped/signed by the appropriate department or institution; by a magistrate, an additional magistrate or assistant magistrate; or a registrar or an assistant registrar of the High Court of South Africa before the Legalisation Section .
How much does it cost to apostille a document in South Africa?
Pricing
| Service description | Price (R = ZAR) |
|---|---|
| Apostille/Authentication DIRCO (Pretoria) | R875 per document |
| Apostilled SA qualification (includes SAQA and DIRCO) | R2,250 Estimated timing |
| Apostilled SA medical certificate (includes HPCSA and DIRCO) | R2,250 |
| Notarisations (by notary public) | R950 per page |
Who can apostille South Africa?
the Department of International Relations and Cooperation
Who is allowed to Apostille documents?
There is only one place in South Africa that can Apostille documents and that is the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) in Pretoria.
How long does it take to apostille documents in South Africa?
How long does it take to get documents Apostilled? Once we have received your documents that you need to be Apostilled it will take approximately 5 – 7 working days.
How long is an Apostille valid South Africa?
(These documents are only valid for a period of six (6) months from the date of issue.) Important: The Department of Home Affairs confirmed that the Letter of No Impediments (marital status) are issued, stamped and signed by the authorized official at Head Office of the Department of Home Affairs only.