Birth Certificate Attestation Services for International Use
- 30 years of visa and attestation experience
- ISO 9001 certified
- Service across Australia and New Zealand
- English and Arabic speaking team
- Secure document coordination from review through to return
If your Australian birth certificate needs to be recognised overseas, CLS can coordinate the required attestation, Apostille or embassy legalisation pathway.
CLS manages the process from document review through to submission, tracking and secure return.
Last reviewed: June 2026. Requirements can change. Confirm current requirements before starting the process.
Start your attestation in minutes
Attestation, apostille and embassy legalisation — send us the order yourself, and a consultant confirms the route, the documents and every charge before anything is lodged.
- Order receivedYour order reaches a consultant straight away, and you get an email confirming what we have.
- Document review and quoteA consultant checks your documents against the destination’s current requirements, confirms the attestation, government, embassy and courier charges, and sends your invoice.
- Authentication and legalisationWe lodge with DFAT and, where required, the destination’s embassy or consulate, tracking each stage for you.
- Return and completionFinished documents come back the way you chose, with a scanned copy emailed on completion.
What Is Birth Certificate Attestation?
Birth certificate attestation verifies an Australian birth certificate for use by an overseas government, employer, school, immigration authority or legal body.
Who Needs This Service?
Documents You May Need
Requirements vary depending on the destination country, document type and receiving authority. Documents may include:
Australian birth certificate
Passport copy
Parent identity documents if required
Name change evidence if applicable
Translation if required
Destination country instructions or authority request
How the Process Works
Document review
We review the document, destination country and intended use to confirm the required pathway.
Preparation and certification
We identify whether notarisation, certification, translation or supporting documents are required.
Authentication, Apostille or embassy legalisation
We coordinate DFAT stamping, Apostille, embassy, consular or relevant authority processing as required.
Document return
Once complete, we check the result and arrange secure return of your documents.
What CLS Manages for You
Document pathway assessment
We confirm the correct pathway based on the document, destination country and intended use.
Authentication and legalisation coordination
We coordinate notarisation, certification, DFAT, Apostille, embassy or consular processing where required.
Tracking and return
We track progress and arrange return of the completed document.
Common Causes of Delays - and How CLS Helps Avoid Them
Every common cause of delay — and how CLS prevents it before submission.
Incorrect document version
Some authorities require originals, registry-issued certificates or recently issued documents.
We review the document before submission.
Missing certification or notarisation
Documents missing required certification, signatures or seals can be rejected.
We identify this before lodgement.
Name differences across documents
Name variations can trigger questions from authorities.
We check details early and advise on supporting evidence.
Country-specific requirements
Embassy and consular rules vary by destination.
We confirm the pathway before starting the process.
Why Work With CLS
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“I recently required document legalisation from an embassy in Canberra, which was complicated to arrange from Perth. The CLS Legalisation Team were responsive and helpful, and assisted me in getting the process completed in a timely manner. I have previously used CLS for assistance in obtaining business visas to less-frequented countries and they have always provided a professional, efficient service.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Birth Certificate Attestation through CLS.
Need this document attested?
Speak with CLS before starting the process. We will review your documents, confirm the correct pathway and help you avoid unnecessary delays.
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