The legalization of documents for use abroad is one of the most requested procedures inside and outside Cuba, since it certifies the veracity of the information contained in a document and the legal character that gives it relevance.
Those who are outside Cuba may need to validate their documents for new jobs, insurance, study opportunities, housing, etc., and those who still live on the island can advance procedures that will be necessary for when they are in other territories and need to provide biographical or labor data about themselves.
While in Cuba it is possible to carry out the procedure through law firms or consultancies, abroad the Cuban embassies and consulates are responsible for mediating between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Cuba (MINREX) and the interested party in certifying the originality of their document.
Note: in some countries, you will have to go directly to an agency that will carry out the procedure via the consulate, as some of these institutions do not serve the population directly.
What documents can I have legalized in a Cuban embassy or consulate?
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Death certificates
- Divorce decrees
- Criminal records
- Academic degrees and certificates
Make an appointment
First you have to register in the system by sending an e-mail to the address of the nearest Cuban consulate.
The subject line should indicate the purpose for which you are requesting the appointment, e.g: Legalization Appointment
In addition, your personal details (full name and ID number) must be included in the body of the message.
After sending the message, you must wait for a confirmation e-mail with your username and password, with which you can choose the date of your appointment for the legalization of documents.
Note 1: At this point you must have the necessary documents for the legalization ready, because once the appointment has been made, it cannot be cancelled or transferred to another person.
Requirements for the legalization of a document at the embassy or consulate of Cuba
- Identification (passport or identity card)
- Document to be legalized (together with copies or translations, if necessary)
Note 2: If the document is in a language other than Spanish, it must be translated by a sworn translator..
- Payment of the appropriate fees (depending on the document and the conditions of legalization).
Note 3: Although these are the most common steps, it is advisable to research the specific requirements of your document and the country in which it will be used.
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