New form of birth certificate with apostille: when is it required and how to obtain it?

A new form of birth certificate with an apostille is an important document for Ukrainians abroad. Find out how to get it quickly and without hassle with legal support from Visit Ukraine

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For Ukrainians planning a temporary or permanent stay abroad, one of the key components of legalizing their status is the correct execution of documents. One of the most important documents in this process is a newly issued birth certificate with an apostille. This article explains why this document is necessary and how to obtain it.

Why do Ukrainians abroad need a new form of birth certificate with an apostille?

The key factor is the official recognition of documents. An apostilled birth certificate is required to legalize various processes abroad, such as:

● registration of children with foreign authorities

● receiving social benefits

● obtaining a visa or residence permit

● confirmation of citizenship and personal data;

● submission of documents to judicial authorities or consulates.

A separate point should be made about getting married abroad, as most countries require proof of identity and citizenship through a birth certificate to register a marriage abroad. The absence of an apostille can cause legal difficulties and delays in the procedure. Why is it important?

● Legalizing a marriage in a foreign country - without an apostille, a birth certificate will not be recognized as legally valid, which will complicate the process of registering a marriage abroad. An apostille on the document allows you to confirm the authenticity of the certificate before the civil registration authorities in a foreign country.

● Preventing delays - many countries require additional documents for marriage, such as a certificate of no marriage obligations or possible translations of the certificate into the language of the country where the marriage will be registered. An apostille on a birth certificate helps to speed up this process significantly.

● Proof of identity - this document is used to confirm not only your age and citizenship, but also to resolve issues related to family status, for example, to confirm the absence of previous marriages (if necessary).

Without an apostille, the document will not be valid outside of Ukraine. An apostille is an internationally recognized form of authentication of a document that allows it to be officially used in foreign institutions.

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How do Visit Ukraine specialists provide full legal support in the process of obtaining an apostille?

Visit Ukraine's team of legal experts helps Ukrainians to quickly and easily obtain a new type of birth certificate with an apostille. Our specialists provide:

1. Preparation of all necessary documents. Our specialists help you to collect all the documents for obtaining a new form of birth certificate and ensure that they are in the correct form and comply with the requirements of Ukrainian legislation.

2. Apostillization and authentication. Our lawyers not only collect documents, but also help you to obtain an apostille for your birth certificate, which allows you to recognize the document in the countries that are parties to the Hague Convention.

3. Submission of documents to the relevant authorities. Our specialists submit documents to the state authorities for obtaining an apostille, take care of the entire bureaucratic procedure and ensure timely receipt of the document's authenticity.

4. Delivery of documents to Ukraine or abroad. After obtaining the apostille, we organize the delivery of a new sample birth certificate with an apostille, guaranteeing fast and safe delivery to the specified address, including abroad.

A newly issued birth certificate with an apostille is a mandatory document for Ukrainians who live or plan to live abroad. Without it, it is impossible to complete many important procedures. And thanks to the legal support of Visit Ukraine specialists, you can be sure that all the documents you draw up are correct and legal. Contact professionals to avoid bureaucratic red tape and get the necessary documents quickly!

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