We offer professional services for obtaining various types of official documents and business registration worldwide. Our company specializes in obtaining certificates from government bodies, such as Civil Registry Offices (in former USSR countries) or equivalent structures, certificates of no criminal record, documents confirming family status and work history, as well as certificates and official extracts for personal and business purposes. We also provide document apostille and consular legalization services for international use, business registration, and document translation into the most requested languages.
Our Geographic Coverage
We provide services for obtaining, translating, and legalizing documents in almost any country. Our team works with government agencies and consulates to ensure quick access to documents and business support. We collaborate with official institutions in the European Union, South America, and other regions, such as the United Kingdom, USA, Canada, and China. Regardless of the complexity and specifics of the request, we make every effort to obtain the necessary documents.
Documents We Can Request and Obtain
- Certificates of No Criminal Record – required for visas, employment abroad, and other official procedures.
- Our Services
- Civil Status Certificates: birth certificate, marriage certificate, divorce certificate, paternity certificate, death certificate, marital status certificate.
- Marital Status Certificates – confirming absence of marriage or current marital status for marriage registration or immigration abroad.
- Citizenship and Registration Documents – official confirmation of citizenship and registration.
- Military Record Recovery.
- Employment and Pension Certificates – confirming work history and pension data for work or visa processes.
- Certificate of Absence of Real Estate.
- Tax Certificate of No Debt and Tax Residency.
- Business Registration – assistance in creating and registering companies, firms, and representative offices in various countries. We provide legal support at all stages of the process and prepare the documents necessary for international business legalization.
- Obtaining Business Documents – business registration certificate, company charter, commercial registry extract, tax statement, permits, and licenses required for official business activities abroad.
- Apostille and Consular Legalization – confirmation of documents’ legal validity for international use. Apostille applies to countries that have signed the Hague Convention, while consular legalization is required for countries with different requirements.
- Document Translations – we translate legal, medical, financial, personal, and business documents into 15 of the most popular languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Turkish, Polish, Romanian, Ukrainian, and Russian. All translations meet the legalization requirements of the specific country.
Countries from Which We Can Obtain Civil Status Documents:
European Union
- Austria – Standesamt (civil registration and document issuance).
- Belgium – Etat Civil/Burgerlijke Stand (civil status registration).
- Bulgaria – GRAO (Civil Registration and Administrative Service).
- Hungary – Anyakönyvi Hivatal (civil registration and document issuance).
- Germany – Standesamt (registration of births, marriages, deaths, and name changes).
- Greece – Δημοτολόγιο (Dimotologio) — civil registration service.
- Denmark – Folkeregister (civil registry) or Kirkekontor (church offices).
- Ireland – Civil Registration Office (civil events registration).
- Spain – Registro Civil (civil registry).
- Italy – Ufficio dello Stato Civile (civil status office).
- Cyprus – Κέντρο Εξυπηρέτησης Πολιτών (Civil Registry).
- Latvia – Dzimtsarakstu nodaļa (civil status registration).
- Lithuania – Civilinės metrikacijos skyrius (civil status registration).
- Luxembourg – Bureau de l’État Civil (civil status bureau).
- Malta – Public Registry Office.
- Netherlands – Gemeente (municipalities handling civil status registration).
- Poland – Urząd Stanu Cywilnego (civil status registration).
- Portugal – Conservatória do Registo Civil (civil registry).
- Romania – Direcția de Evidență a Persoanelor (civil status registry).
- Slovakia – Matrika (civil status registry).
- Slovenia – Upravna enota (civil event registration).
- Finland – Maistraatti (magistrate).
- France – Bureau de l’État Civil (civil status bureau).
- Croatia – Matični ured (civil event registration).
- Czech Republic – Matrika (civil status registration).
- Sweden – Skatteverket (Tax Agency, maintaining population registry).
- Estonia – Perekonnaseisuamet (civil status registry).
USA and Canada
- USA – Vital Records Office or Bureau of Vital Statistics (state-level civil status offices).
- Canada – Vital Statistics Agency (civil status registration by province).
South America
- Argentina – Registro Civil (civil registry).
- Brazil – Cartório de Registro Civil (civil registry).
- Venezuela – Servicio Administrativo de Identificación, Migración y Extranjería (SAIME) — identification, migration, and registration authority.
- Colombia – Registraduría Nacional del Estado Civil (national civil registry).
- Peru – Registro Nacional de Identificación y Estado Civil (RENIEC) — national civil status registry.
- Chile – Registro Civil e Identificación (civil registry and identification).
- Ecuador – Registro Civil (civil registry).
- Uruguay – Dirección General del Registro de Estado Civil (general directorate of civil registry).
Asia
- China – 户籍登记处 (Hùjí Dēngjì Chù) — family status registration office.
- Republic of Korea – 주민센터 (Jumin Center) — civil status centers.
- Japan – Koseki (family registry recording family civil events).
Countries Where We Can Obtain an Apostille on Documents
Apostille is a method of legalizing documents for use in other countries. It certifies the authenticity of the signature, the capacity in which the signatory acted, and, if necessary, the authenticity of the seal or stamp on the document. This method is recognized by countries that signed the Hague Convention of 1961.
Europe
- Germany – Apostille issued by Landgerichte (regional courts) or Regierungspräsidium (regional authorities).
- France – Apostille issued by appellate courts (Cour d’Appel).
- Italy – Prefettura (for administrative documents) and Procura della Repubblica (for judicial documents).
- Spain – issued by autonomous communities (comunidades autónomas) or Ministry of Justice.
- Netherlands – issued by District Courts or Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Poland – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Justice.
- Lithuania – Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Latvia – Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Czech Republic – Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Austria – Regional Courts or District Courts.
- Greece – Regional Authorities.
- Estonia – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Justice.
- Ireland – Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Finland – Magistrate’s Court and Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Sweden – Administrative Courts.
- Belgium – Federal Public Service of Justice.
- Portugal – Ministry of Foreign Affairs or authorized notarial offices.
- Romania – Prefectures and Ministry of Justice.
North America
- USA – Apostille issued by state secretaries, typically at the Secretary of State’s office.
- Canada – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and relevant provincial offices provide apostilles for official documents.
South America
- Argentina – issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Brazil – apostille issued by authorized notaries.
- Chile – Ministry of Justice or Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Colombia – Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Peru – National Office of Registration and Civil Status (RENIEC).
- Ecuador – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Mobility.
- Uruguay – Ministry of Education and Culture.
Asia
- China – Since November 7, 2023, the Hague Apostille Convention is in force. Official documents issued in China with an apostille can now be used in other participating countries without consular legalization.
- Japan – Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Gaimusho).
- India – Ministry of External Affairs.
- Hong Kong and Macau (Special Administrative Regions of China) – Ministry of Justice.
- Israel – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Justice.
Australia and Oceania
- Australia – Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
- New Zealand – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT).
- Fiji – Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Tonga – Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Africa
- South Africa – Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO).
- Botswana – Ministry of International Affairs and Cooperation.
- Morocco – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
- Namibia – Ministry of Justice.
- São Tomé and Príncipe – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation.
- Seychelles – Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Lesotho – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Relations.
- Malawi – Ministry of Justice.
- Eswatini – Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs.
The apostille process and processing time may vary by country. Most countries also allow obtaining an apostille through intermediaries if you are abroad. Apostille significantly simplifies the use of documents abroad, eliminating the need for consular legalization.
In Which Countries Can We Register a Company, Obtain Corporate Documents, and Apostille
Here is a list of countries with institutions responsible for business registration and issuing company documents and extracts:
Europe
- United Kingdom – Companies House (company registry).
- Germany – Handelsregister (commercial register).
- France – Registre du Commerce et des Sociétés (RCS) (trade and companies register).
- Italy – Registro delle Imprese (company registry).
- Spain – Registro Mercantil (commercial register).
- Netherlands – Kamer van Koophandel (KvK) (Chamber of Commerce, managing the company register).
- Poland – Krajowy Rejestr Sądowy (KRS) (national court register).
- Sweden – Bolagsverket (company registration office).
North America
- USA – State Secretaries or Business Registration Offices (each state has its own jurisdiction).
- Canada – Provincial/Territorial Corporations Registries.
Asia
- China – 工商局 (Gōngshāngjú) (Administration for Industry and Commerce).
- India – Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Registrar of Companies (MCA).
- Japan – 法務局 (Homukyoku) (Legal Affairs Bureau).
- South Korea – 기업등록센터 (Company Registration Centers).
Australia and Oceania
- Australia – Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC).
- New Zealand – Companies Office.
South America
- Argentina – Inspección General de Justicia (IGJ) (General Inspection of Justice).
- Brazil – Junta Comercial (commercial board).
- Chile – Registro de Comercio (commercial registry).
- Colombia – Cámara de Comercio (Chamber of Commerce, managing the company registry).
How It Works – Can I Order Documents Online?
You can apply online. In some cases, a notarized power of attorney may be required.
We strive to simplify the process of obtaining and legalizing documents for you, which may include various procedures and requirements depending on the country. Our team handles all steps:
- Preparing and submitting requests to the relevant authorities.
- Document translation to the required language (if necessary).
- Apostille and consular legalization for official international use.
- Legal support for business registration and obtaining permits for companies.
- Delivery of documents to a convenient location for you.
Why Choose Us?
- Speed and Accuracy – We understand that time is crucial, especially in business and legal processes.
- Confidentiality – We adhere to strict standards of data confidentiality and security.
- Legal Expertise – Our specialists are familiar with document requirements and registration processes in different countries, helping to avoid mistakes and delays.
- Wide Geographic Coverage – We can assist with document retrieval and business registration even in countries with high administrative requirements.
Examples of Situations Where Our Services May Be Needed:
- Obtaining a visa or work permit abroad.
- Registering a business or branch in another country.
- Legalizing documents for international contracts and transactions.
- Immigration processes and citizenship acquisition.
- Confirming civil status for marriage abroad.
- Participating in international tenders and government contracts.
Our headquarters are in Chișinău, Moldova, and additional offices are located in most countries where we operate. By working with us, you gain a reliable partner who handles all complexities associated with obtaining, legalizing, translating documents, and registering businesses. We help you save time and avoid complex bureaucratic procedures by providing documents in accordance with international standards and specific country requirements.