Singapore Joins the Hague Apostille Convention
Singapore’s accession to the HCCH 1961 Apostille Convention (eliminating the need for legalization of foreign public documents) took effect on September 16, 2021.
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Canada Accedes to the Hague Apostille Convention
Canada’s decision to join the Hague Apostille Convention marks an important step forward in facilitating international legal procedures.
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China Accedes to the Hague Apostille Convention
China has acceded to the Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization, as of March 8, 2023. The accession will go into effect on November 7, 2023.
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The Quick and Easy Guide to Using a Global Legal Entity Identifier
A legal entity identifier syncs to key reference information that enables unique identification of legal entities participating in financial transactions.
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Legalization of Documents for Modern International Transactions: Apostilles, Authentication and Consular Legislation
Now on Demand: The session provided an overview of legalization procedures and the Hague Apostille Convention.
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Demystifying Non-US Document Authentication and Legalization
When you are authenticating a document, there is an originating country where the document is issued and a receiving country where that document will be used. Knowing which is which can save you time and resources.
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Document Legalization and Authentication
Learn the steps of the document legalization and authentication process with our comprehensive guide to ensure smooth global business transactions and minimize delays.
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Document Legalization: Issues of Jurisdiction, Content and World Politics
Document legalization is usually straightforward but factors beyond signature authenticity, signer capacity and seal/stamp identity can hamper the process.
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Document Authentication and Legalization: Common Terms
If you’re new to document legalization (verifying the authenticity of the signatures, stamps and seals on a document), the following definitions may help.
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Legalizing Documents During the Coronavirus Pandemic: Is Remote Notarization an Option?
With non-essential workers conducting daily business remotely, many states are implementing emergency alternatives to in-person document notarization.
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