General International Documents
The Correct Order of Steps Matters
DIRCO's guidance shows that some documents can go directly to DIRCO while others require prior verification, notarisation or High Court authentication.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I just take every document to DIRCO first?
No. Some documents must be verified or notarised before DIRCO.
Why does the order matter?
DIRCO can only authenticate a document once the required preceding verification steps have been completed.
How do I know the correct order?
Check the document type and destination-country requirements against the official authority's process.
Source: DIRCO – Legalisation Services