LEGALIZATION OF DOCUMENTS IN KENYA

What is Legalization of documents?

Legalization of documents is the process of authenticating or certifying a legal document so a foreign country’s legal system will recognize it as with full legal effect. 

Steps of Legalization of documents in Kenya

Legalization of documents in Kenya usually takes the following steps:

Step 1:

The documents together with either a National Identity Card or Passport of the individual are presented to a Notary public who seals and signs the documents.

Step 2:

Once this is done, the documents are presented to the High Court of Kenya for authentication, where a letter is issued confirming that the notary public is indeed recognized as one.

The fees charged for authentication at the High Court is Kenya shillings 100/- per document.

Step 3:

The next step is to then present the documents for verification at the Ministry of Foreign affairs,  and one receives a letter.

Step 4:

The final step is to then take the documents to the relevant embassy, payment of fees usually depends on the rates fixed by the Embassy. The process usually takes 3 or more days, for authentication.

Conclusion:

We at Kendi and Company Advocates are duly registered Notary Publics in Kenya and can assist you in the authentication of documents.

NOTE: For any enquiries on the same please do not hesitate to contact us on info@kendikadvocates.co.ke or 0768028504

DISCLAIMER:This information is not intended to be, and should not be used as, a substitute for taking legal advice in any specific situation. Kendi & Company Advocates is not responsible for any actions taken on this basis.