Full apostille management for Irish documents destined for use in 125+ countries. Hugh Phelan handles everything from notarisation to Department of Foreign Affairs submission.
An apostille (pronounced "a-poh-STEEL") is an official certificate issued under the Hague Convention of 1961. It is attached to a notarised document and confirms to foreign authorities that the notary's signature and seal are genuine and that the notary is duly authorised.
In Ireland, apostilles are issued by the Authentication Unit of the Department of Foreign Affairs in Dublin. The apostille takes the form of a square certificate stamped directly onto the document or attached to it.
Once apostilled, your document is accepted in all 125+ member states of the Hague Apostille Convention without any further authentication.
You need an apostille if your document will be submitted to an official body (government department, court, company, or institution) in another country. Common situations requiring apostilles:
Contact Hugh Phelan
Call 021-489-7134 or email. Describe your document and the destination country. We'll advise on exact requirements and fees.
Attend Your Appointment
Bring your unsigned original documents and valid passport to our Douglas, Cork office. Hugh verifies your identity and witnesses your signature.
Notarisation Completed
Hugh attaches the notarial certificate and applies his official seal. Your document is now notarised.
DFA Submission
We submit your notarised document to the Department of Foreign Affairs Authentication Unit in Dublin. Standard processing: 3–5 working days.
Apostille Received — Document Ready!
Your apostilled document is ready for use anywhere in the world. We can post it to you or you can collect from our office.
USA
All states
UAE / Dubai
Work visas
Spain
Property & NIE
Australia
Immigration
Canada
Visa & PR
France
All purposes
Germany
Work & study
India
Multiple uses
Call Hugh Phelan today. We manage the entire process from notarisation to DFA submission.
021-489-7134