2024

Glossary of Apostille Terms in South Africa

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This glossary of apostille terms in South Africa has been created to help clarify terms commonly used in the document legalisation process in South Africa. When a document from South Africa is to be used in another country for a legal or business matter, the receiving country will sometimes require that the document be legalised. […]

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How much do South African teachers earn in China?

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For many South Africans, teaching English in China can be an incredible opportunity and a rewarding experience in more ways than one can imagine. Apart from the cultural, historical and culinary enlightenment, teaching in China can also be a very profitable experience for South Africans. As a foreign English teacher in China, South Africans can

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Michelle Aspeling leaves the DIRCO’s Legalisation Section.

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As the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) reopens its walk-in apostille service on Monday 11 March 2024, an important change is afoot: Ms Michelle Aspeling, a pillar of the DIRCO Legalisation Section who has been certifying South African documents for international recognition, is leaving the Legalisation Section. Michelle Aspeling’s signature has had a

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DIRCO Legalisation Section reopens its doors

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Walk in services at the Legalisation Section of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) have now resumed after almost two years of pandemic-related closures. From Monday 11 March 2024, individuals who wish to apply for an Apostille certificate for their documents issued by South Africa will be able to access the service directly

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HPCSA medical certificate for Spain visa application

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When seeking a visa to Spain, South Africans must submit a number of documents and supporting materials for the visa application. One of these essential documents is the HPCSA Medical Certificate, which plays a crucial role in the Spain visa application process. This post will shed light on everything you need to know about the

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Poland student visa checklist for South Africans

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In recent years, Poland has emerged as an attractive destination for South African students seeking higher education opportunities. With its world-class universities, excellent living conditions and affordable education, Poland has much to offer aspiring South African students. However, as with any study abroad destination, a Polish student visa is one of several hurdles that South

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The Complete Guide to Getting a Degree Certificate Apostille – South Africa

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This complete guide to getting a degree certificate apostille in South Africa will walk you through the steps of authenticating your degree certificate for international use, as legalising educational qualifications for international use is a crucial step for South Africans wishing to pursue a professional career overseas. Whether it's a matric certificate, bachelor's degree, bachelor's

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South African diplomatic representation in Poland

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The Embassy of the Republic of South Africa in Poland is the diplomatic mission of South Africa in the Republic of Poland. The South African Embassy in Poland provides consular services such as visa and passport services, emergency assistance, cultural exchange programs, and business opportunities to South African individuals living in or visiting Poland. The

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Does an apostille need to be translated for Spanish visa?

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As a South African document legalisation and sworn translation service based in Pretoria, we receive one particular question on an almost daily basis: “Does an apostille need to be translated for Spanish visa?” as we assist individuals with various vital records and other documents for Spanish Visa Applications in Pretoria, Johannesburg or Cape Town, and

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Apostille Convention now in effect in Canada

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In Summary Public documents with apostille certificates issued by a competent authority in the countries that are part of the Apostille Convention will be accepted by Canadian courts without the need for legalization. Private documents, such as powers of attorney from individuals or companies, still need to be notarized to become public documents. The apostille

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