These documents are not accepted by DIRCO for legalisation
The Legalisation Section of DIRCO, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, is responsible for apostilling South African documents. Apostilles […]
Apostilles and Documents
Our guide to what an apostille certificate really is
If you are wondering what an apostille certificate really is, it is the name for a specialised certificate that verifies
What Is a Letter of No Impediment?
What Is a Letter of No Impediment? If you plan to get married abroad, you might be required to submit
Another attempt to digitise Home Affairs records on the cards!
During his 2022 SONA address, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that beneficiaries of the Presidential Employment Stimulus would be among those
Police Clearance Certificate backlog caused by SAPS utility shutdown
Update March 14, 2022: The Criminal Record Centre (SAPS CRC) has re-opened with a huge backlog in Police Clearance Certificates.
DIRCO Festive Season Closure impacts slow apostille service even further
As the end of the year approaches, it is only normal for many Departments within the South African government (including
Obtaining information about any property in South Africa
Any person looking to buy property in South Africa will have to deal with formal Deeds Office processes as part
South African passport renewal – Start planning now!
Please note: Apostil.co.za cannot assist with passport renewals, as applicants must apply in person. The nationwide lockdowns imposed by the
Expiry and validity of apostilles and authentications
We often get asked what the validity of apostilles and authentications are and if these stamps ever expire. The most
COVID-19 devastating delivery at Government departments
The COVID-19 pandemic has had an undeniable impact on service delivery in nearly all Government departments. Many departments have had