Legalization of Marriage in Georgia for Recognition Abroad

If you’ve celebrated your dream wedding in Georgia and received your official marriage certificate, congratulations! Now, it's time to complete the necessary paperwork to ensure your marriage is legally recognized in your home countryor country of residence.

This guide will help you understand the legalization process for a Georgian marriage, what documents are required, and how our team can assist you every step of the way.

🌍 How to Legalize a Georgian Marriage Certificate

After getting married in Georgia, your marriage certificate must be legalized or authenticated so it will be accepted in other countries. The method of legalization depends on your country’s international agreements.

🟢 1. Apostille (for Hague Convention countries)

If your country is a member of the 1961 Hague Convention, an apostille stamp is sufficient for your Georgian marriage certificate to be recognized.

🔵 2. Embassy Legalization

If your country is not part of the Hague Convention—or requires additional validation like France or Spain—you will need to go through embassy legalization.

🟡 3. No Legalization Needed (Minsk Convention countries)

For citizens of countries that are parties to the Minsk Convention, a notarized translation of the marriage certificate is typically enough.

📌 Important Details to Know

• Some countries, even those in the Hague Convention, may still require embassy legalization (e.g., France).

• Countries often require additional documents such as translations, birth certificates, or proof of residence.

• Requirements can vary by region or state within one country. Always check in advance with local authorities.

✅ Tip: Contact your local registry office before getting married to confirm what’s required for legal recognition in your country.

💼 Our Legalization Services

We offer complete support for couples married in Georgia, including:

• Certified document translation

• Notarization

• Apostille application

• Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Foreign Affairs registration

• Embassy legalization (for non-Hague countries)

• Personal assistance and coordination in Georgia and abroad

✍️ Apostille Legalization for Hague Convention Countries

The apostille process replaces the need for embassy legalization and is accepted by most countries in Europe, North America, and beyond.

🔍 Process:

1. Submit your marriage certificate to the Ministry of Justice of Georgia.

2. Government agencies verify the document’s authenticity.

3. Translate the certificate into your preferred language (English, German, French, Spanish, etc.).

4. Receive the apostille stamp from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia.

💰 Price with support and delivery in Georgia: from $150 USD

🏛 Embassy Legalization for Non-Hague Countries

Some countries, such as Canada, China, or UAE, require additional embassy-level legalization.

🔍 Process:

1. Certified translation of the marriage certificate.

2. Registration at Georgia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

3. Final legalization at your country’s embassy in Georgia.

💰 Cost with full support: from $220 USD (depending on the country)

🤝 Minsk Convention Legalization

Georgia is a member of the Minsk Convention, allowing easier recognition of documents among member states without an apostille.

Member countries:

• Armenia

• Azerbaijan

• Belarus

• Kazakhstan

• Kyrgyzstan

• Moldova

• Russia

• Tajikistan

• Turkmenistan

• Ukraine

• Uzbekistan

A notarized translation into the local language is usually sufficient.

⚠️ Note: In practice, Russia and Belarus may still require an apostille. Based on our experience, we can guide you through the process.

⏱ Processing Times & Legal Details

• Apostille: 2–8 business days

• Embassy Legalization: 10–20 business days

• Apostille validity: In most countries, the apostille does not expire. However, some (like Portugal) may require a recent version.

📌 Some countries may request:

• Personal presence of spouses for document submission

• Registration of the marriage at a local embassy

🇩🇪 Example: Recognizing a Georgian Marriage in Germany

Germany is a Hague Convention member, so apostille legalization is accepted.

Steps to register your marriage in Germany:

1. Translate the marriage certificate via the House of Justice in Georgia.

2. Apply the apostille at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia.

3. Submit the document to your local Standesamt (civil registry).

4. If one spouse is a foreign national, register the marriage at the Ausländerbehörde (Foreigners’ Office).

💬 Need Help Legalizing Your Marriage in Georgia?

We specialize in helping couples from all over the world legalize their Georgian marriages smoothly and efficiently. Whether you're from the EU, the USA, the Middle East, or CIS countries, we know the exact steps to make your union officially recognized.

📞 Contact us today for a personalized consultation or quote!