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Legalization and Attestation in Sri Lanka
BVS Global is the destination for legalization and attestation in Sri Lanka. Connect with us also for background verification, immigration, citizenship and global mobility services.
Sri Lanka Certificate Attestation | Legalization | Apostille Services
This island nation in Asia is home to diverse cultures, ethnicities, and languages. It has a vast history rooted to Paleolithic ages. It has a high per capita income and human development index. Colombo is the capital of Sri Lanka. It is also the largest metropolitan in the country. Those looking to move abroad for work, education, or tourism should obtain attestation of their public documents. It is essential to seek expert help and guidance for proper execution of this procedure. In this regard, you can lay your trust in us because we possess the right experience and resources needed to streamline it.
When looking to get your documents in Sri Lanka attested by the designated authorities, you need to follow a legal procedure that involves a series of certifications and attestation across the government departments and ministries. Prior to final attestation, there are many important things to be done. You can’t skip these steps for successful completion of this process.
What is Legalization or Attestation ?
Legalization or Attestation is the process by which government authorities officially endorse a document assuring the receiving country or organization of its authenticity. Likewise, it typically involves two or three levels of attestations across government departments in both countries for Sri Lanka documents.
Why do you need Sri Lanka certificate attestation and Legalization?
- Embassies or consulates for visa or passport issuance
- Immigration office for visa application, emigration request or work status change etc.
- World education services (WES) and International qualifications assessment (IQAS) verification
- Commerce and trade activities like Inter and Intra country movement of goods and services
- Registering with regulatory bodies like Society of Engineers, Insurance regulatory authority etc.
- Expanding businesses and trade across boundaries as well as opening off shore business
- Owning an asset or transfer of ownership
- Equivalency requirements for Ministry of Education (MOE)
- Immigration & Naturalization
- Obtaining Licenses and Approvals
- Tax relaxation and to avoid double taxation
- Loans and Advances from Banks and other Financial Institutions
- Closure, merge and acquisition of businesses
- Procuring new documents from vital records offices
We provide Sri Lanka document legalization or Apostille, for any type of Sri Lanka issued documents for use in any country. However, the process may vary depending on the document and the laws of the origin & destination country. The Sri Lanka Ministry of Foreign Affairs stamp can be replaced by an Apostille, if the origin and destination countries are part of Hague convention 1961. Original certificates required for some countries; a true copy / certified copy would suffice for attestation.
Acceptance or rejection of documents is solely based on discretion of the government authorities concerned. Furthermore, the requirements and processes vary often depending on the government department’s policies, terms and conditions. Please contact our customer service officer for updated fee structure and more information on legalization.
The Process of document Attestation, Apostille and legalization services in Sri Lanka:
A proper procedure is applicable for attesting documents in Sri Lanka. Firstly, you need the original copies of the required documents (scanned copies would suffice in some cases) along with a copy of your passport, a declaration form, and power of attorney if applicable. Accordingly, the process of Legalization, Attestation, apostille comprises:
- The documents should have a legal translation if deemed necessary by the authorities besides the original.
- Procurement of new Sri Lanka issued documents or replacement, if documents are outdated/invalid for legalization
- Get the notary attestation in Sri Lanka. Additionally, educational documents should be attested by the Ministry of Education in Sri Lanka.
- Get the documents attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Sri Lanka or an Apostille
- Get them attested by the concerned embassy or consulate.
- Original certificate(s) or scanned copies (in some cases)
- Valid Passport copy
- Declaration form
- Power of Attorney (if required)
- Legal Translation from Sri Lanka (If necessary)
- Notary in Sri Lanka
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Sri Lanka or an Apostille
- Embassy or consulate in Sri Lanka
- Legal Translation from Sri Lanka (If necessary)
- Ministry of Education in Sri Lanka
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Sri Lanka or an Apostille
- Embassy or consulate in Sri Lanka
- Concerned authority or Govt. department or Chamber of Commerce in Sri Lanka
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Sri Lanka or an Apostille
- Embassy or consulate in Sri Lanka
Example of Sri Lanka certificate attestation or legalization procedure for use in UAE
Certificate attestation or Legalization Procedure of Sri Lanka document, to be used in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Originally issued in Sri Lanka.
Documents of Sri Lanka origin – such as Personal, Educational, and Commercial documents have to be attested from the Ministry of foreign affairs (MOFA) UAE. Prior to the Ministry of foreign affairs UAE, the document needs to be attested by a notary or ministry of education, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and UAE Embassy in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Our Business Service Solutions at Sri Lanka
Apart from Attestation services in Sri Lanka, our work requests extend to other services including:
- Identification Verification
- Birth Certificate Verification
- Education Verification
- Employment Check
- Criminal Record Verification
- Address verification
- Reference verification
- Global watchlist
- Due Diligence Test
- Social Media Check
- Apostille Services
- Certificate Attestation
- Document Authentication
- Embassy & Consulate Legalization
- Apostille from countries part of Hague convention
- Legalization from various Government departments
- Travel Visa Services
- Travel Insurance Consultants
- Visa Provisioning Services
- POS Visa Provisioning Services
- Visa Consultant services
- Corporate PRO services
- Employee/Staff PRO Services
- Family/Personal PRO Services
- Business Trade Support
- Government Relations
- Business setup services
- Company registration
- License Assistance
- Payroll Compliance
- Incorporation Services
- Bank Account Opening
- Permanent Residency
- Citizenship Application Assistance
- Immigration Consultant Services
- Immigration Visa
- Permanent Resident Visa
- International Relocation
- Travel Coordination
- Travel Insurance
- Holiday Insurance
- Property management
- Pet transportation
- International Car Rental
- Temporary housing solutions
- Corporate relocations
- Airport meet & greet
- Employee life cycle management
- Finance & Accounting
- Data Management & Integration
- Human Resources
- Payroll & Taxes
- Certifications & Consultation
- Administrative Support
- Legal Assistance
- Business Processes Outsourcing
- Human resource assistance
- Project Management
- Merger & Acquisition
Why We’re Special
Why Choose BVS Global?
Let us convince you to choose BVS Global for your Immigration and document attestation services in Sri Lanka :
BVS Global's secure service offerings have attracted a loyal following of over 15,000 businesses over the years.
Ten years of industry leadership has renewed commitment to exceptional service and unwavering professionalism.
Simplified attestation, citizenship, and immigration services for a global audience – that's what we offer in over 180 countries.
We've surpassed 2 million service requests, all while keeping customer satisfaction at the forefront.
One-stop shop for business & personal needs! BVS Global offers BPO, PRO, company formation & business support services.
What Our Clients Say
5
“BVS Global made the attestation process incredibly easy for my company’s documents. I highly recommend their services to anyone needing document legalization. The staff members were very professional in terms of communication and completion.”
Kumarihamy
Colombo
4.5
“I needed my educational certificates attested for my study abroad program, and BVS Global was a lifesaver. They guided me through every step and made sure my documents were ready on time. Their customer service is top-notch!”
Nilamdeen
Kandy
4.5
“Moving to a new country can be stressful, but BVS Global’s relocation services took a huge burden off my shoulders. They managed the entire process, from document attestation to visa assistance. I couldn’t be happier with their support.”
Ratnayake
Galle
How we can assist
We offer our experience to make legalization as simple as it can be. our experts are well-trained to handle this process smoothly. In addition to that, they can provide Attestation and Apostille in Sri Lanka after considering the requisite parameters. Furthermore, we provide a comprehensive suite of legalization /Apostille services that include consulate or embassy legalization, Apostille from the member nations of Hague Convention 1961, and attestation from the state governments and ministries. Most importantly, we can manage the attestation of every type of document needed for your international endeavors.
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BVS Global has years of experience in handling attestation of valuable certificates and documents legitimately, keeping in mind the security concerns and customer requirements.
We handle Sri Lanka legalization of Personal Documents such as Birth or Death Certificate, Marriage Certificate, Experience/ Employment, degree Certificate and of Commercial documents such as Articles of association, financial documents, Commercial invoice or Bills of lading.
Reach Out to BVS Global for Attestation Services
BVS Global Services is a one stop shop for all document authentication services. BVS Global provides verification, attestation and visa assistance in 185 countries and more. For more assistance please write to support@bvsglobal.com. We will respond soon, generally within 2 business hours.
Our Frequently Asked Questions
BVS Global Services is a one stop shop for all document authentication services. BVS Global provides verification, attestation and visa assistance in 185 countries and more. For more assistance please write to support@bvsglobal.com. We will respond soon, generally within 2 business hours.
You will need the original certificates (or scanned copies in some cases), a valid passport copy, a declaration form, and a power of attorney if required. Specific requirements may vary depending on the type of document and the destination country.
The time frame for document attestation can vary depending on the type of document and the authorities involved. Typically, it can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks. Contact us for a more precise estimate based on your specific needs.
Yes, we handle the attestation and legalization of various commercial documents, including articles of association, financial documents, commercial invoices, and bills of lading. We ensure that all documents are processed according to the relevant regulations and requirements.
Attestation involves a series of certifications by various authorities, including notary, ministry, and embassy or consulate, to verify the authenticity of a document. Apostille is a simplified form of certification for documents to be used in countries that are part of the Hague Convention. The choice between attestation and Apostille depends on the destination country's requirements.
Yes, in addition to document attestation and Apostille services, we offer a range of other services, including immigration and citizenship assistance, global mobility solutions, visa and travel concierge, verification services, business process outsourcing, and company formation support. Our goal is to provide comprehensive support for all your international needs.
