Apostille Services
Apostille certification for documents to be used abroad. We manage the governorate and consulate processes for you.
What's Included
- Governorate process handled
- Internationally valid certification
- Consulate legalization support
- Document pickup and delivery
Why Meva Tercüme?
Our apostille services service is carried out by court-sworn translators. Every document passes a second review before delivery, with terminology, figures and proper names checked separately.
While we serve clients in person at our Ankara office, we also handle requests from across Turkey and abroad remotely. Send us a photo of your document and we will quote pricing and turnaround free of charge.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions
We've answered the questions we hear most often about translation procedures.
What is the difference between sworn and standard translation?
A sworn translation is produced by a translator who has taken an oath before a notary, and carries that translator's stamp and signature. Official institutions, consulates and courts accept only sworn translations. Standard translation is for informational purposes and has no official validity.
Is notary certification required for every document?
No. Some institutions accept the sworn translator's stamp and signature alone, while others require notary certification. Tell us which institution the document is for and we will advise whether notarisation is necessary — we would rather you not pay for it unnecessarily.
How long does a translation take?
A standard document (ID, diploma, transcript) is usually delivered within one business day. Same-day delivery is available for urgent requests. For longer or technical texts the timeline depends on page count; we confirm an exact delivery date when we send your quote.
What is an apostille and when is it needed?
An apostille is an international certification that makes a document valid abroad. It is required for official documents — diplomas, civil registry records, criminal record certificates, powers of attorney — used in countries party to the Hague Convention. We handle the governorate procedures on your behalf.
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