Apostille in Israel of Documents
As in other countries of the Hague Convention, an apostille in Israel serves to legalize national documents abroad. When moving abroad for permanent residence, apostille legalization of marriage, divorce, death, birth, and education diplomas is necessary in the country of origin.
For such a document to be recognized in a foreign country, it requires an apostille stamp or consular legalization. An apostille is processed much faster than consular legalization and makes the document legitimate not only in one country, but in different countries as well.
The “Intranslate” Translation Agency provides apostille services for original documents, copies, and translations in Israel. Our apostille service is quick because we work with a notary who specializes in the legalization of various documents.
List of Countries that Have Signed the Hague Convention
Alphabetically
Australia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Albania
Andorra
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Armenia
Aruba
Bahamas
Barbados
Bahrain
Belize
Belarus
Belgium
Bermuda
Bulgaria
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Botswana
British Antarctic Territory
British Virgin Islands
Brunei Darussalam
Bulgaria
Burundi
Vanuatu
United Kingdom
Hungary
Venizuela
Virgin Islands
Eastern Samoa
Guadeloupe
Guiana
Germany
Guernsey
Grenada
Greece
Georgia
Guam
Denmark
Jersey
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Israel
India
Ireland
Iceland
Spain
Italy
Cape Verde
Kazakhstan
Cyprus
Kyrgyzstan
Colombia
Republic of Korea
Kosovo
Costa Rica
Macedonia
Malawi
Malta
Marshall Islands
Mexico
Moldova
Monaco
Mongolia
Montserrat
Morocco
Isle of Man
Namibia
Netherlands Antilles
Netherlands
Nicaragua
Niue
New Zealand
New Caledonia
Norway
Oman
Russian Federation
Romania
El Salvador
Samoa
San Marino
Sao Tome and Principe
Swaziland
St. Helena, Island
Northern Mariana Islands
Seychelles
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Serbia
Slovakia
Slovenia
United States of America
What is an apostille of document?
Apostille is a square stamp, at least 9 cm on a side, bearing the text stipulated by the 1961 Hague Convention, placed on originals and copies of documents. An apostille gives a national document international status, eliminating the need for additional legalization at a consulate.
Documents with apostilles can be presented to the authorities of any country that is a signatory to the Hague Convention. The list of these countries is provided below. According to the standard, an apostille is written in Hebrew and English and contains the title “Apostille” and a reference to the Hague Convention in French (“Convention de La Haye du 5 Octobre 1961”).
Non-apostille stamp
Apostilled documents may not be recognized in another country due to noncompliance, with the form approved by the Hague Convention.
For countries that have not signed the convention, a non-apostille notarial stamp or consular legalization is required. In the latter case, the document is legitimate only within the territory of the country whose consulate stamped it.
An apostille confirms that the person who certified the document is authorized to do so and that their signature is legitimate. Apostille In Israel, is a sticker placed on the original document and signed and stamped by an official from an authorized agency.
Types of Apostille in Israel
There are two types of apostille in Israel: judicial and departmental. In the first case, the court certifies the seal and signature of the notary who confirmed the authenticity of an application, power of attorney, or copy of an original document. The state fee for a judicial apostille is 40 shekels, which can be paid at the post office or by bank card at the courthouse.
Theoretically, the second type of apostille is stamped by the agency or ministry responsible for issuing the original document. In practice, however, documents are legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jerusalem, which affixes the stamp of the relevant Israeli authority that issued the original document.
Double Apostille of Documents
A double apostille means that the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs first affixes an apostille stamp to the original or certified copy of the document. Then, it is necessary to legalize the notarized translation of the document by affixing a second apostille to the translation in the secretariat of the Magistrate’s Court. “Intranslate” Agency performs this procedure quickly and reasonably.
15
Years on the market
20000
Satisfied Customers
80000
Translated Documents
418
Completed Projects
Do you need an apostille for a document in Israel? Leave your phone number in the contact form, and upload a copy of the document to be apostilled. We will then calculate the time and cost.
An apostille is a document issued by a court in Israel
An apostille affixed to a document in a court house in Israel gives the signature and seal of the notary, who certified the original or translation international legal status. For a notarized power of attorney to be legal abroad, a court house apostille must be affixed to it. State fee of this service is 40 shekels.
Contact Us, and a courier will come to you immediately to perform this procedure in court on your behalf and deliver the finished document to your home or office.
Depending on the type of document, the apostille in Israel process takes up to three business days. “Intranslate” Agency also performs urgent apostilles on documents within a day. Please contact our managers for more information about the cost and availability of this service.
Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs Apostille
To acquire international legitimacy, documents from universities, ministries, departments, and chambers of commerce must be affixed with an apostille sticker bearing the stamp of the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Ministry affixes apostilles to certificates of marital status, death, and birth; educational documents; extracts from registries; and other legally binding documents.
For countries that are not signatories to the Hague Convention, a non-apostille official stamp is used instead.
These actions are performed only in Jerusalem, where our couriers travel once or twice a week. If you need an apostille of documents quickly, please contact our managers. A courier will come to your home or office, pick up the original or copy of the document, and deliver it back to you within one business day with an apostille.
Apostille in Israel — Additional
Legal Basis for Apostille of Documents
An apostille in Israel is issued in accordance with the provisions of the 1961 Hague Convention. This international treaty abolishes the requirement of consular legalization of foreign public documents between member countries.
This means that the apostille of documents serves as a simplified and internationally recognized form of legalization.
Israel officially applies the Convention’s regulations; therefore, documents bearing an apostille in Israel are accepted in dozens of countries without any additional authentication.
Apostille of Documents for Immigration
One of the most common cases is obtaining an apostille of documents for immigration procedures.
When applying for citizenship, a visa, permanent residence, or marriage registration abroad, foreign authorities require confirmation of the authenticity of Israeli official documents.
Most frequently, an apostille of documents is required for:
- Birth certificates
- Name change documents
- Marriage certificates
- Police clearance certificates
- Divorce certificates
- Court decisions
- Notarized powers of attorney
Without a properly issued apostille in Israel, documents are not accepted by governmental authorities in other countries.
Apostille of Educational Documents
An apostille in Israel is often required to validate diplomas and academic certificates. This is necessary for admission to foreign universities, employment abroad, recognition of qualifications, or participation in international programs and competitions.
The procedure includes verification of the signature of an authorized representative of the educational institution, followed by the issuance of the apostille of documents.
In some cases, a double apostille is required — one on the original document and another on the notarized translation.
Apostille in Israel — Procedure
The process of obtaining an apostille of documents usually includes the following steps:
Verification of the document’s condition
- Determination of the appropriate type of apostille
- Payment of the state fee
- Submission of the document to the competent authority
- Collection of the document with the apostille
- If required — translation and notarization
The correct sequence of actions is especially important in cases involving a double apostille of documents.
Processing Times
Processing times depend on the type of document and the issuing authority.
The competent authority typically issues a standard apostille in Israel within one to three business days. The relevant authority may offer an expedited procedure, depending on its technical capabilities.
Common Mistakes
If authorities issue an apostille of documents incorrectly, foreign authorities may reject the document.
The most frequent mistakes include:
- Laminated documents
- Damaged originals
- Submission to the wrong apostille authority
- Absence of a notarized translation
- Incorrect sequence in double apostille procedures
Professional assistance significantly minimizes these risks.
Advantages of Comprehensive Support
The “Intranslate” agency provides a full range of services related to apostille in Israel and international document legalization, including:
- Consultation regarding the specific requirements of the destination country
- Obtaining duplicate documents
- Issuance of an apostille in Israel
- Notarized translation
- Double apostille of documents
- Urgent processing
- Courier delivery
We ensure procedural accuracy and full compliance with international legal standards.
Conclusion — Apostille in Israel
An apostille in Israel is a mandatory procedure for the recognition of Israeli documents abroad. The apostille of documents confirms the authenticity of the signature and official seal and grants the document international legal validity.
Proper issuance of an apostille of documents helps avoid delays, rejections, and unnecessary additional expenses. By working with experienced professionals, you ensure that your documents are legalized in full compliance with international standards and accepted by foreign authorities without the need for further procedures.