Apostille in Bangladesh
What an apostille is and when it is needed.
LEGAL GUIDE / 03
Getting Bangladeshi documents accepted abroad.
Guides to apostille, MOFA attestation, e-apostille, Law Ministry attestation, embassy legalisation and single status certificates in Bangladesh.
THE ESSENTIALS
An apostille is a certificate that confirms the origin of a public document so it can be used in another country that is party to the Hague Apostille Convention. In Bangladesh, documents for use abroad are attested or apostilled through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).
Depending on the document, verification by the issuing authority or another ministry may be needed first, and some countries require embassy legalisation instead of an apostille. The right route depends on the document and the country where it will be used.
KEY TOPICS
What an apostille is and when it is needed.
The online apostille process through MOFA.
Attestation of documents by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Attestation of notarised and legal documents.
When the destination country requires legalisation.
Preparing a single status certificate for a visa or marriage abroad.
HOW AN ENQUIRY STARTS
Tell us what has happened, the help you are seeking and any important dates.
Speak with the office about the documents, consultation arrangements and proposed work.
Confirm the assistance to be provided and how to stay in touch before proceeding.
COMMON QUESTIONS
An apostille is a certificate that confirms the origin of a public document, such as the signature and seal on it, so the document can be used in another country that is party to the Hague Apostille Convention.
Documents for use abroad are attested or apostilled through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA). Some documents need prior verification by the issuing authority or another ministry.
It depends on the country where the document will be used. Check the requirements of the receiving authority or embassy before starting.
Common examples include educational certificates, birth and marriage certificates, powers of attorney, affidavits and company documents.
Send the type of document, the country where it will be used and your deadline by WhatsApp on +880 1994-341130, by phone on +880 1568-525116 or by email to info@rashelslawdesk.com.
This guide gives general information about the law in Bangladesh. Advice on your position depends on your circumstances.
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