# FAQs: Attesting Barbados Documents > Frequently asked questions about obtaining Apostille in Barbados and to legalize Barbados documents for use in other countries - birth certificates, marriage certificates, criminal record certificates, academic documents and more. **Source** [Barbados](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Barbados-attestation-FAQs)> **Related:** [Apostille Barbados Documents for international use](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Barbados-Legalization-Services) · [Apostille Barbados Birth, Death and Marriage Certificates](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Barbados-attest-birth-marriage-certificates) · [Apostille Barbados Police Certificates of Character](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Barbados-attest-background-checks) · [Get a Quotation](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Document-Attestation-Inquiry) --- ## General Questions ### Can Barbados documents be legalized by Apostille? Yes - Barbados is a member of the Apostille Convention. Barbados documents can be legalized for use abroad with an Apostille Stamp when destined for other signatory countries without additional certification by the destination country. When Barbados documents are required for non-apostille countries, such as United Arab Emirates - Qatar - Thailand - Taiwan - Vietnam they need additional authentication by the embassy of the destination country. For further information about Apostille certification in Barbados, see: [Barbados Apostille Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Barbados-Legalization-Services) ### What types of documents can be legalized in Barbados for use abroad? Official documents that can be legalized in Barbados include: - Barbados marriage certificates - Birth and death certificates - Police Certificates of Character - Incorporation Documents for Barbados-registered companies (including Certificates of Incorporation and Good Standing Certificates). - Diplomas and Transcripts issued by the University of the West Indies (Barbados Campus) - Court documents and other documents certified by a Barbados notary public - To confirm whether your document is eligible for apostille authentication in Barbados, 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 Barbados apostille services and for assistance obtaining official copies of Barbados documents, see: [Barbados Apostille Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Barbados-Legalization-Services) ### How long does it take to obtain an apostille on a document in Barbados? Expedited Apostille stamps in Barbados can be obtained from the Supreme Court, Ministry of Foreign Affairs or egistrar of Corporate Affairs in **1 - 2 business days** (Apostilles in Barbados can be obtained from the Supreme Court or Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 1-2 business days. 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 Barbados 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) ### How can I legalize Barbados documents for use in Qatar? Barbados documents requiring authentication for use in Qatar must be first legalized in Barbados by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. They can then be attested by the Barbados embassy and the Qatari embassy in Caracas. ### Who issues apostilles in Barbados? Apostille Stamps in Barbados are issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, by the Registrar of the Supreme Court of Barbados, and by the Registrar of Corporate Affairs. [Barbados - Designated Competent Authorities](https://www.hcch.net/en/states/authorities/details3/?aid=359) ### What is a Barbados Apostille Stamp and why would I need one? A Barbados 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 Barbados and confirms the capacity of that official. Barbados Apostille stamps are often required when submitting a Barbados document, such as a birth certificate, to the authorities of a foreign country or to a foreign embassy in Barbados (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 Barbados? Document legalization (or attestation) is a procedure which authenticates a public Barbados document so that it can be submitted in another country for official or legal purposes - for example, if you need to submit a Barbados birth certificate to the authority or embassy of another country, it will often need to be legalized. Legalizing a document in Barbados certifies the authenticity of the signature appearing on the document as that of an authorized public official in Barbados and confirms the capacity of that official. - Because Barbados is a member of the Apostille Convention, Barbados 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 a Barbados document is required for a country that is not a member of the Apostille Convention, it will need to be legalized both by Barbados authorities and by the embassy of the recipient country (embassy in Barbados or non-resident embassy accredited to Barbados). See: [Document legalization - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Document_legalization) ### What services does Isarey Certification Services provide in Barbados? Isarey Certification Services provides a range of services in Barbados including Apostille and legalization service and notarization services. Isarey can also obtain certified copies of Barbados marriage certificates, birth certificates, death certificates and incorporation documents (including certificates of Good Standing for Barbados Companies), and Isarey assist with submitting applications for Barbados Police Certificates of Character. ### What do Barbados Apostilles and legalizations look like? Barbados Apostilles follow the standard format laid down in the Apostille Convention. Some examples of Barbados documents certified with Apostille stamps: - [Barbados Marriage Certificate with Apostille](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/dc/barbados-marriage-certificate-apostille) - [Barbados Police Character Certificate with Apostille](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/dc/Barbados-Police-Character-Certificate-Apostille) 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 a copy of a Barbados birth, marriage or death certificate? Barbados birth certificates, marriage certificates and death certificates can be obtained from the Registration Department of the Supreme Court in St. Michael. Applications for certificates can be made by post or submitted in person. [Barbados marriage, death and birth certificates](https://www.barbadoslawcourts.gov.bb/useful-links/for-public/how-to-order/certificates)For assistance in obtaining Barbados birth certificates and other certificates of civil status, please [Contact Isarey](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/contact-Isarey) ### How can I obtain an apostille for a Barbados birth, death or marriage certificate? Apostille stamps to authenticate Barbados marriage certificates can be obtained from the Supreme Court. An original copy of the certificate is required, issued by the Registrar of the Supreme Court in St. Michael. ### I need an apostille for my Barbados birth, death or marriage certificate - do I need to provide an original certificate? To obtain an Apostille for a Barbados marriage, death or birth certificate, it is necessary to provide the original certificate or a certified copy issued by the Registrar of the Supreme Court. Isarey is able to obtain certified copies of Barbados birth and marriage certificates on behalf of clients overseas. Please [Contact Isarey](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/contact-Isarey) for assistance. ## Criminal record certificates ### Do Barbados Criminal Record Certificates have an expiry? Barbados Certificates of Character are valid for six months. ### How can I obtain an Apostille on a Barbados criminal record certificate? To obtain an Apostille stamp on a Barbados Police Certificate of Character (police background check), send Isarey the digital certificate with QR code by email. Isarey will obtain an Apostille stamp from the Registrar of Corporate Affairs and Intellectual Property with international delivery. Isarey also legalize Barbados criminal record certificates at the embassy of Qatar in Caracas and at the UAE embassy in Bogotá. ### I need an apostille for my Barbados criminal record certificate - do I need to provide an original certificate? To obtain an Apostille to authenticate a Barbados Police Certificate, the digital certificate is required, with valid QR code. No paper certificate is required. ### How can I obtain my Barbados Criminal Record Certificate to use abroad? Barbados criminal record certificates (Police Certificates of Character) can be obtained inline from the Barbados Police Service. Fees must be paid in cash at a Barbados post office or online with an [EZPay+](https://www.gov.bb/ezpay) account. Certificates are issued digitally with a QR code for verification. [Apply for a Police Certificate of Character](https://forms.gov.bb/certificateofcharacter) ## Academic documents ### How can I legalize a Barbados degree certificate for submission to the United Arab Emirates? Barbados degree certificates and diplomas needed for submission to the authorities of the United Arab Emirates or in support of UAE visa applications must first be certified by a Barbados notary, then legalized by the Barbados Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Attested certificates can then be attested by the UAE Embassy in Bogota. ### How can I obtain an apostille for my Barbados University Degree and Transcripts? Diploma and transcripts issued by the University of the West Indies (Cave Hill Campus) can be authenticated with an Apostille following certification by a Barbados notary. Apostilles are available from the Supreme Court in St. Michael.