Apostille on Education Documents in Armenia
If you need to use an Armenian diploma, certificate, or other educational documents abroad, in most cases an apostille is required. This is an international certification that confirms the authenticity of the document and makes it legal for use in countries that have signed the Hague Convention of 1961.
The company Business Liga provides services for affixing an apostille on Armenian educational documents, helping clients quickly and without complications complete the legalization process.
What is an Apostille?
Apostille is a special stamp that confirms the authenticity of the signature and seal on an official document. It simplifies the process of recognizing documents in countries that have joined the Hague Convention.
Important! If the destination country is not a party to the Hague Convention, consular legalization will be required instead of an apostille.
When is an Apostille Needed?
✔ For admission to universities abroad
✔ For employment in another country
✔ For immigration and obtaining a residence permit
✔ For recognition of professional qualifications
Which Documents Can Be Apostilled?
Educational documents:
✔ Secondary education certificate
✔ College or technical school diploma
✔ Bachelor’s degree diploma
✔ Master’s degree diploma
✔ PhD diploma
✔ Diploma supplement (transcript of grades)
✔ Certificates of professional development courses
Other documents:
✔ Birth, marriage, divorce certificates
✔ Criminal record certificate
✔ Notarized documents
Procedure for Obtaining an Apostille in Armenia
1. Document Preparation
Before applying for an apostille, you must verify that the document is correctly executed and bears the original seal of the educational institution.
2. Certification by the Ministry of Education of Armenia
If the document was issued by a university or school, it must be confirmed by the Ministry of Education.
3. Apostille Affixation by the Ministry of Justice of Armenia
After document verification, the Ministry of Justice of Armenia affixes the apostille.
4. Translation and Notarization (if required)
Some countries require the document to be translated into their language and notarized.
In which cases is an apostille not affixed?
If the document contains corrections, is damaged, or was issued by an unofficial educational institution, the apostille may be refused.
Countries that recognize apostilles on diplomas and certificates
Apostille is accepted by:
✔ USA
✔ Canada
✔ United Kingdom
✔ Germany
✔ France
✔ Italy
✔ Spain
✔ Netherlands
✔ Turkey
✔ Israel
✔ Australia
✔ Japan
The full list of Apostille countries can be found at this link.
Apostille does not apply (consular legalization required):
✔ UAE
✔ Qatar
✔ Kuwait
✔ Saudi Arabia
✔ China
✔ Egypt
If a country does not accept an apostille, the document must undergo consular legalization!
Timeframes and cost of obtaining an apostille
⏳ Processing times:
✔ Standard procedure – 5-10 business days
✔ Urgent apostille – 1-3 business days
The cost depends on:
✔ Number of documents
✔ Urgency of processing
✔ Additional services (translation, notarization)
How can we help?
We check documents before submission
We go through all stages of apostille processing
We translate and notarize documents
We send documents to clients abroad
Contact us, and we will help you obtain an apostille on an Armenian diploma or certificate without any hassle!