Frequently Asked Questions about legalizing documents for use in Cuba
How can foreign documents be certified for official use in Cuba?
Documents requiring certification for use in Cuba must be legalized in the country where they issued (usually the Ministry of Foreign Affairs) and then by the local Cuban embassy or consulate.
How can I certify a translation of a foreign document for use in Cuba?
A first option is to carry out a translation of the document in the country of origin. The Cuban embassy may require a translation in any case in order to attest the original document. The embassy may have specific requirements for the translation, otherwise in most countries a locally certified, sworn or notarized translation can be authenticated by the originating country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and then by the Cuban embassy, making it valid for use in Cuba.
Can foreign documents required for submission to Cuba be authenticated with an Apostille?
No - Cuba is not a member of the Apostille Convention and will not therefore recognise Apostille Stamps issued by other countries. To legalize a document for use in Cuba, it must be legalized by the issuing country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and then by the accredited Cuban embassy or consulate.
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