If someone has told you that your documents need a “DIRCO Apostille,” you’re probably wondering what that even means. Don’t worry you’re not alone. Most people only hear about apostilles when they are applying for a visa, moving overseas, getting married abroad, studying internationally, or dealing with foreign legal paperwork.
At Global Apostille, we simplify the DIRCO apostille process for clients across Pretoria, Johannesburg, and the rest of South Africa.
Whether you need a police clearance apostilled urgently for a visa, or qualification certificates legalised for overseas employment, our team handles the process from start to finish
Our Processing Time: From 5 Working Days
Our Urgent DIRCO Apostille Fee: R1300 per document
What is a DIRCO Apostille for dummies?
A DIRCO Apostille is an official certificate issued by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) in Pretoria.
The apostille confirms:
Think of it like an international verification stamp for your documents.
Without an apostille, many foreign governments, embassies, universities, and employers may reject your South African documents.
Why Would You Need a DIRCO Apostille Service?
You may require a DIRCO Apostille if you are:
Countries such as Portugal, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, France, Germany, Brazil, and many others commonly require apostilled South African documents.
DIRCO Apostille Explained Simply
Here’s the easiest way to understand it:
Imagine you are applying for a job in Europe using a South African qualification certificate.
The foreign employer has no way of knowing whether:
DIRCO checks and confirms that the document is authentic by attaching an Apostille Certificate.
Once apostilled, the document becomes legally recognised internationally.
How Our DIRCO Apostille Service Works
Step 1: Send Us Your Documents
Email or WhatsApp a clear copy of your documents.
Our team will:
Step 2: Submit Your Originals
Courier, deliver, or bring your original documents to our Pretoria office.
Step 3: DIRCO Submission
We submit the documents directly to DIRCO on your behalf.
Our Pretoria location close to DIRCO allows us to process documents faster and more efficiently.
Step 4: Collection or Courier
Once completed:
Email us at info@apostillelegalisation.co.za, or fill out the form below and our one of our friendly staff members will contact you to assist with your apostille requirements.
