Approbation: certified copies from abroad

Question

Is it okay if my certified copies are done by a notary in my home country, or do German authorities require German certification?

admin a · Accepted Answer

Foreign notarization is often accepted if it's official and legible, but requirements vary. Ask about Apostille or legalization, make sure stamp and signature cover all pages, and plan sworn translations. To de-risk it, prepare 2 certified sets abroad.

Kwame B · Answer

Depends on authority. Some want German beglaubigte Kopie, but many accept foreign notarization if it's official and legible.

Fatima I · Answer

I used certification from my country plus Apostille. Worked, but translation had to be sworn.