Document legalization
A Cuban document — a birth certificate, a degree, a court ruling — doesn't always have effect outside Cuba as-is. For another country's authorities to recognize it, it usually needs legalization. We handle that process and explain, without confusion, what's needed in your case.
The first thing to know
Many people search to "apostille" a Cuban document, and it's a very common confusion. The apostille is a simplified procedure that only applies between countries party to the Hague Convention. Cuba does not use the apostille for this purpose: the usual procedure for a Cuban document to be valid abroad is consular legalization, not apostille.
Legalization is a step-by-step process: each authority certifies the authenticity of the previous one's signature or seal. The path usually begins at the institution that issued the document, passes through the Ministry of Justice in Cuba, and is then legalized at the consulate of the country where it will be used. It's longer than an apostille, but it's the correct path — and we know it.
Common documents
The most frequent, for immigration and citizenship procedures.
For marriage recognition and other procedures.
To validate Cuban studies abroad.
Rulings, certifications, and more. Ask us about your case.
Every case is different. Write to us and we'll guide you at no obligation.
