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Common questions

• What is the difference between sworn translation and notary certification?

  Sworn translation means a translator who has taken an oath before a notary declares the translation with their own signature and seal. Notary certification is a separate step carried out at a notary office, where the notary certifies the translator’s signature rather than the content. The institution requesting the document decides which is needed.

• When is an apostille required?

  An apostille is a certificate issued by a competent authority so that a public document is recognised in another country, and it comes after notary certification. In the Republic of Türkiye, which authority issues it depends on the type of document.

• Is consular legalisation still required for documents from China?

  China became a party to the Hague Apostille Convention on 7 November 2023. Public documents issued in China after that date may take the apostille route instead of consular legalisation. Practice varies between institutions, so the current requirement is confirmed in writing each time.

• Do you issue the notary certification yourselves?

  No. Notary certification and apostille are carried out by notaries and the relevant public authorities. Our work consists of clarifying which procedure is required, preparing the document set in full and following the process on your behalf.