Consular Legalization of Armenian Diplomas and Certificates: Full List of Countries
If you need to use an Armenian diploma, certificate, or course completion document in a country that does not recognize the apostille, consular legalization is required.
The company Business Liga provides services for the legalization of educational documents for countries where consular certification is required, helping you avoid bureaucratic complications.
Which countries require consular legalization?
Consular legalization is mandatory for the following countries:
✔ UAE (United Arab Emirates)
✔ Saudi Arabia
✔ Qatar
✔ Kuwait
✔ Oman
✔ Bahrain
✔ Egypt
✔ Algeria
✔ Lebanon
✔ Iraq
✔ Iran
✔ Yemen
✔ Syria
✔ Vietnam
✔ Indonesia
✔ Thailand
✔ Philippines
✔ Libya
✔ Morocco
✔ Tunisia
These countries do not accept the apostille and require a multi-stage certification procedure in government authorities.
Please note!
Previously, Canada and China required consular legalization, but they have now joined the Hague Convention and accept the apostille instead of consular legalization.
Procedure for Consular Legalization of Armenian Diplomas and Certificates
1. Certification by the Ministry of Education of Armenia
If the document relates to the field of education (certificate, diploma, diploma supplement), its authenticity must be confirmed by the Ministry of Education.
2. Certification by the Ministry of Justice of Armenia
The Ministry of Justice confirms the authenticity of the signature and seal on the document before it is sent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
3. Legalization by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) of Armenia
The MFA of Armenia certifies the document for international use.
4. Legalization at the Consulate of the Destination Country
The final stage is certifying the document at the embassy or consulate of the required country in Armenia.
In some countries (e.g., Saudi Arabia, Kuwait), after consular legalization, the document must be additionally registered with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of that country.
Timeline and Cost of Legalization
⏳ Processing times:
✔ Ministry of Education – 3-7 business days
✔ Ministry of Justice – 3-5 business days
✔ Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia – 5-7 business days
✔ Consulate of the destination country – 7-15 business days
The cost depends on:
✔ State duties and fees
✔ Urgency of processing
✔ Additional notary services
How We Help?
Consultations on the requirements of the destination country
Handling all stages of legalization
Translations and notarization
Sending documents to the required country
Contact us, and we will help you legalize Armenian diplomas and certificates for any country where consular legalization is required!