International Legalisation Services for Australian Documents
- 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 document needs to be accepted overseas, CLS can manage the legalisation pathway required by the destination country.
We support personal, educational, professional and commercial documents for use in overseas legal, immigration, employment, study and business processes.
Last reviewed: June 2026. Legalisation requirements vary by destination and document type. Confirm current requirements before starting the process.
What Are International Legalisation Services?
International legalisation services help Australian documents become recognised by foreign authorities. The process can involve certification, DFAT authentication, Apostille, embassy legalisation or consular processing depending on where the document will be used.
Who Needs International Legalisation?
Documents We Can Help Legalise
Birth, marriage and police clearance certificates
Degrees, transcripts and qualifications
Experience letters and medical certificates
Powers of attorney and legal documents
Company and corporate documents
Export and trade documents
How International Legalisation 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, 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
Destination pathway review
We identify the correct pathway based on the destination country and intended use.
Authority coordination
We coordinate DFAT, Apostille, embassy, consular or other authority steps.
Case tracking and return
We track the matter through to completion and arrange secure return.
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 for International Legalisation
Trusted by thousands
4.8★ from 277+ Google reviews
“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 International Legalisation Services through CLS.
Need documents legalised for overseas use?
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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