The legalization of an official document is a confirmation that the signature, seal or stamp on this document is authentic. Since Belgium, Sweden and Latvia are EU-members and have signed the “Apostille Convention” and other relevant treaties, most official documents issued in Sweden or Latvia do not need to be legalized for use in Belgium.
Legalization is required if you want to use the following documents before a Belgian authority:
- Sworn translation
In Sweden, legalization is carried out by a Swedish Notarius Publicus You will find a list of sworn translators in Sweden on the website of Kammarkollegiet. In Latvia, contact a notary for legalizations.
- Medical certificate for a visa application by third-country nationals residing in Sweden. The legalization is carried out by a Swedish Notarius Publicus
- Financial guarantee in the context of long-stay visa applications for Belgium.
The legalization of the guarantor's signature is carried out at the Embassy of Belgium in Stockholm. You will be contacted by the Embassy to make an appointment.
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Legalization is required if you want to use the following documents before a Belgian authority:
- Sworn translation
In Sweden, legalization is carried out by a Swedish Notarius Publicus You will find a list of sworn translators in Sweden on the website of Kammarkollegiet. In Latvia, contact a notary for legalizations.
- Medical certificate for a visa application by third-country nationals residing in Sweden. The legalization is carried out by a Swedish Notarius Publicus
- Financial guarantee in the context of long-stay visa applications for Belgium.
The legalization of the guarantor's signature is carried out at the Embassy of Belgium in Stockholm. You will be contacted by the Embassy to make an appointment.
More information about legal assistance