# FAQs: Attesting Azerbaijani Documents > Frequently asked questions about obtaining Apostille in Azerbaijan and to legalize Azerbaijani documents for use in other countries - birth certificates, marriage certificates, criminal record certificates, academic documents and more. **Source** [Azerbaijan](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Azerbaijan-attestation-FAQs)> **Related:** [Apostille Azerbaijani Documents for international use](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Azerbaijan-Legalization-Services) · [Get a Quotation](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Document-Attestation-Inquiry) --- ## General Questions ### Can Azerbaijani documents be legalized by Apostille? Yes - Azerbaijan is a member of the Apostille Convention. Azerbaijan documents can be legalized for use abroad with an Apostille Stamp from the Ministry of Justice (documents issued by courts, public prosecutors and justice authorities, including notarized documents and civil status certificates) or Ministry of Foreign Affairs (other documents) for other signatory countries without additional certification by the destination country. When Azerbaijani documents are required for non-apostille countries, such as United Arab Emirates - Qatar - Thailand - Taiwan - Vietnam they need to be legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and then attested by the embassy of the destination country in Baku. For further information about Apostille certification in Azerbaijan, see: [Azerbaijan Apostille Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Azerbaijan-Legalization-Services) Exceptions to Apostille Convention (Documents required for Germany) Germany has objected to the accession of certain States to the Apostille Convention (including Azerbaijan), so that the Convention does not apply between Germany and Azerbaijan. Azerbaijani documents required for use in Germany may also require additional attestation by the German embassy or by the Azerbaijani embassy in Berlin. ### What types of documents can be legalized in Azerbaijan for use abroad? Official documents that can be legalized in Azerbaijan with an Apostille stamp include birth, death, marriage certificates, divorce certificates, criminal record and police certificates, company registration and tax documents, court documents, university and academic diplomas, certificates signed by registered doctors etc., documents issued by government authorities. Other documents may require prior certification by a notary or other authority. Documents required for submission to countries which have not acceded to the Apostille Convention will require additional attestation by the embassy of the recipient country.To confirm whether your document is eligible for apostille authentication in Azerbaijan, please [Contact Isarey](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/contact-Isarey) and Isarey’ll check your document free of charge. For further information about Isarey's Azerbaijani apostille services and for assistance obtaining official copies of Azerbaijani documents, see: [Azerbaijan Apostille Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Azerbaijan-Legalization-Services) ### How long does it take to obtain an apostille on a document in Azerbaijan? Apostilles stamps from the Azerbaijan Ministry of Justice are normally obtained in **1 week** (AZERBAIJAN: Apostille Stamps from the Azerbaijan Ministry of Justice are normally obtained in one week. NOTE: All processing times are estimated. Actual processing time is dependant on the authentication authority and is subject to change without prior notice.) ### Where can I see reviews of Isarey's Azerbaijani Attestation and Apostille Services? You can see reviews from past clients who have used Isarey's attestation and apostille services: - [ISAREY reviews on Trustpilot](https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/isarey-document-attestation.com) - [ISAREY reviews on Google](https://goo.gl/maps/cuvbEYN25Xg5b8jg7) ### Who issues apostilles in Azerbaijan? Apostilles in Azerbaijan are issued by the [Ministry of Justice](https://www.justice.gov.az/categories/498) (documents issued by the courts, public prosecutors and justice authorities, including documents certified by a notary and state civil acts registration documents) and by the [Ministry of Foreign Affairs](https://www.mfa.gov.az/index.php/en/category/services-provided-by-the-mfas-consular-department/apostille-and-legalization) (other documents). - [Azerbaijan - Competent Authorities (Apostille Convention)](https://www.hcch.net/en/states/authorities/details3/?aid=664) ### What is an Azerbaijani Apostille Stamp and why would I need one? A Azerbaijani Apostille is a certificate that is affixed to a public document. It certifies the authenticity of the signature appearing on the document as that of an authorized public official in Azerbaijan and confirms the capacity of that official. Azerbaijani Apostille stamps are often required when submitting an Azerbaijani document, such as a birth certificate, to the authorities of a foreign country or to a foreign embassy in Azerbaijan (for example, as part of a visa or citizenship application). Apostilles are recognised by the authorities and embassies of countries that are members of the [Hague Apostille Convention](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apostille_Convention) For more information on Apostilles, see: [The ABCs of Apostilles (PDF)](https://assets.hcch.net/upload/abc12e.pdf) ### What is document legalization in Azerbaijan? Document legalization (or attestation) is a procedure which authenticates a public Azerbaijani document so that it can be submitted in another country for official or legal purposes - for example, if you need to submit an Azerbaijani birth certificate to the authority or embassy of another country, it will often need to be legalized. Legalizing a document in Azerbaijan certifies the authenticity of the signature appearing on the document as that of an authorized public official in Azerbaijan and confirms the capacity of that official. - Because Azerbaijan is a member of the Apostille Convention, Azerbaijani documents can be legalized by means of an Apostille Stamp when being submitted to countries that are also members of the [Hague Apostille Convention](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apostille_Convention) - If an Azerbaijani document is required for a country that is not a member of the Apostille Convention, it will need to be legalized both by Azerbaijani authorities and by the embassy of the recipient country (embassy in Azerbaijan or non-resident embassy accredited to Azerbaijan). See: [Document legalization - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Document_legalization) ### What services does Isarey Certification Services provide in Azerbaijan? Isarey Certification Services provides a range of services in Azerbaijan including Apostille and legalization services, notarization services, certified translation services and document retrieval services. ### What legislation governs the issuance of Apostille Stamps in Azerbaijan? Apostilles in Azerbaijan are issued in accordance with the following rules: [Rules for issuance of Apostilles (PDF)](https://mfa.gov.az/files/Apostil%20eng%20variant.pdf) ### What do Azerbaijan Apostilles and legalizations look like? Azerbaijan Apostilles follow the standard format laid down in the Apostille Convention. Some examples of Azerbaijani documents certified with Apostille stamps: - [Azerbaijan Birth Certificate with Apostille Stamp](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/dc/Azerbaijan-birth-certificate-Apostille-Stamp) See [What does an Apostille look like?](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/FAQs-Document-Attestation#faq_236_s) ## Birth, death and marriage certificates ### How can I obtain an apostille for an Azerbaijani birth, death or marriage certificate? Apostille to authenticate Azerbaijan birth, death and marriage certificates can be obtained from the Ministry of Justice. Exceptions to Apostille Convention (Documents required for Germany) Germany has objected to the accession of certain States to the Apostille Convention (including Azerbaijan), so that the Convention does not apply between Germany and Azerbaijan. Azerbaijani documents required for use in Germany may also require additional attestation by the German embassy or by the Azerbaijani embassy in Berlin. ## Criminal record certificates ### How can I obtain my Azerbaijani Criminal Record Certificate to use abroad? Police Clearance Certificates from Azerbaijan are issued by the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Applications to receive a criminal record certificate may be submitted to the Main Directorate for Operational and Statistical Information, or to city and district police departments and stations. You can obtain you own certificate or authorise a representative in Azerbaijan. Applicants can be submitted through thee [ASAN Service](https://asan.gov.az/az/service/asan-xidmetler/mehkumluq-barede-arayislarin-verilmesi) Applicants outside Azerbaijan may apply at their nearest [Azerbaijan Embassy](https://www.mfa.gov.az/index.php/en/category/bilateral-relations) - [Criminal record check (Embassy - Washington DC)](https://washington.mfa.gov.az/en/category/documents-on-request) - [Criminal record check (Embassy - London)](https://london.mfa.gov.az/en/category/criminal-record-check) - [Criminal record check (Embassy - Ottawa)](https://ottawa.mfa.gov.az/en/content/93/documents-request) ### How can I obtain an apostille for an Azerbaijani Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)? Apostilles for Police Clearance Certificates issued in Azerbaijan can be obtained from the Ministry of Justice. Exceptions to Apostille Convention (Documents required for Germany) Germany has objected to the accession of certain States to the Apostille Convention (including Azerbaijan), so that the Convention does not apply between Germany and Azerbaijan. Azerbaijani documents required for use in Germany may also require additional attestation by the German embassy or by the Azerbaijani embassy in Berlin. ## Academic documents ### How can I legalize an Azerbaijani degree certificate for submission to the United Arab Emirates? Azerbaijan degree certificates required for submission to the authorities of the United Arab Emirates are legalized at the Azerbaijan Ministry of Foreign Affairs and then at the UAE embassy in Baku.