# FAQs: Attesting Indonesian Documents > Frequently asked questions about obtaining Apostille in Indonesia and to legalize Indonesian documents for use in other countries - birth certificates, marriage certificates, criminal record certificates, academic documents and more. **Source** [Indonesia](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Indonesia-attestation-FAQs)> **Related:** [Apostille Indonesian Documents for international use](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Indonesia-Legalization-Services) · [Get a Quotation](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Document-Attestation-Inquiry) --- ## General Questions ### Can Indonesian documents be legalized by Apostille? Yes - Indonesia is a member of the Apostille Convention. Indonesian 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 Indonesian 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 Indonesia, see: [Indonesia Apostille Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Indonesia-Legalization-Services) ### What types of documents can be legalized in Indonesia for use abroad? Indonesia Apostilles can be obtained for official documents including: - Indonesian birth, death and marriage certificates - Muslim marriage books (Buku Nikah) - Certificates of no Criminal Record (SKCK) - Divorce Certificates - University diplomas - Certificates of Origin, GMP certificates - Employment Certificates - Other documents certified by an Indonesian notary, including powers of attorney and company documents. - To confirm whether your document is eligible for apostille authentication in Indonesia, 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 Indonesian apostille services and for assistance obtaining official copies of Indonesian documents, see: [Indonesia Apostille Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Indonesia-Legalization-Services) ### How long does it take to obtain an apostille on a document in Indonesia? Indonesian Apostilles from the Ministry of Law and Human Rights are normally obtained in **2 - 3 business days** (INDONESIA: Apostilles can be obtained from the Ministry of Law and Human Rights in 2-3 business days. For urgent requests, a one-day service may be available. NOTE: All processing times are estimated. Actual processing time is dependant on the authentication authority and is subject to change without prior notice.) A one-day service is available for urgent requests. ### Where can I see reviews of Isarey's Indonesian 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 verify an Indonesian Apostille Stamp? Indonesian Apostille Stamps can be verified online: [Verify Indonesian Apostilles](https://apostille.ahu.go.id/verifikasi?lang=en) ### What is an Indonesian Apostille Stamp and why would I need one? A Indonesian 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 Indonesia and confirms the capacity of that official. Indonesian Apostille stamps are often required when submitting an Indonesian document, such as a birth certificate, to the authorities of a foreign country or to a foreign embassy in Indonesia (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 Indonesia? Document legalization (or attestation) is a procedure which authenticates a public Indonesian document so that it can be submitted in another country for official or legal purposes - for example, if you need to submit an Indonesian birth certificate to the authority or embassy of another country, it will often need to be legalized. Legalizing a document in Indonesia certifies the authenticity of the signature appearing on the document as that of an authorized public official in Indonesia and confirms the capacity of that official. - Because Indonesia is a member of the Apostille Convention, Indonesian 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 Indonesian document is required for a country that is not a member of the Apostille Convention, it will need to be legalized both by Indonesian authorities and by the embassy of the recipient country (embassy in Indonesia or non-resident embassy accredited to Indonesia). See: [Document legalization - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Document_legalization) ### What services does Isarey Certification Services provide in Indonesia? Isarey Certification Services provides a range of services in Indonesia including Apostille and legalization services, notarization services, certified translation services and document retrieval services. ### What do Indonesia Apostilles and legalizations look like? Indonesia Apostilles follow the standard format laid down in the Apostille Convention. Some examples of Indonesian documents certified with Apostille stamps: - [Indonesia university degree attested by Embassy of the United Arab Emirates](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/dc/Indonesia-university-degree-attested-Embassy -United-Arab-Emirates) - [Indonesia Birth Certificate with Apostille](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/dc/Indonesia-Birth-Certificate-Apostille) - [Indonesia Marriage Certificate with Apostille Stamp](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/dc/Indonesia-Marriage-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 an Indonesian birth, marriage or death certificate? Certified copies of Indonesian birth, death and marriage certificates, including Bali marriage certificates, can be obtained from the local Civil Registry office in Indonesia. Replacement Muslim marriage books can be obtained from the local Office of Religious Affairs (KUA).Please [Contact Isarey](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/contact-Isarey) if you need assistance obtaining a certified copy of a death, marriage or birth certificate in Indonesia. ### How can I obtain an apostille for an Indonesian birth, death or marriage certificate? Apostilles on Indonesian birth certificates (Akta Kelahiran), death certificates (Akta Kematian) and marriage certificates ((=Akta Perkawinan) can be obtained from the Ministry of Law and Human Rights. Apostilles can be applied to original certificates or to notarized true copies (normally possible by sending a good quality scan). Muslim marriage books (Buku Nikah) require prior legalization by the Ministry of Religious Affairs before an Apostille can be obtained. ## Criminal record certificates ### Do Indonesian Criminal Record Certificates have an expiry? Indonesian Certificates of no Criminal Conviction are valid for six months. ### How can I obtain an Apostille on an Indonesian criminal record certificate? Apostilles for Indonesian Criminal Record Certificates (SKCK) are obtained from the Ministry of Law and Human Rights. Apostilles can be applied to the original certificate, or Isarey can make a notarized true copy from a good quality scan. ### Where can I get my fingerprints taken for an Indonesian Criminal Record certificate? To have your fingerprints taken outside Indonesia, contact the local police force. For more information on having your fingerprints taken in different countries, see: [Getting your fingerprints taken](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/United-States-attestation-FAQs#faq_171_s) ### How can I obtain my Indonesian Criminal Record Certificate to use abroad? Indonesian SKCK Certificates of no Criminal Record (Surat Keterangan Catatan Kepolisian) should be obtained in Indonesia from the police authorities of your area of residence. Non-Indonesian citizens will need to have been registered at a local police station and provide a copy of their Indonesian visa or KITAS (Temporary Stay Permit). Certificates will not be issued to foreigners who have any Indonesian visa violations. In all cases, a set of fingerprints must be provided, which can be taken at a police station in Indonesia or abroad.Isarey can assist clients abroad in obtaining a Certificate of no Criminal Record in Indonesia. Please [Contact Isarey](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/contact-Isarey) for assistance. ## Academic documents ### How can I legalize an Indonesian degree certificate for submission to the United Arab Emirates? Indonesian university degrees required for submission to the authorities of the United Arab Emirates need to be certified by an Indonesian notary then legalized by the Ministry of Law and Human Rights for final attestation by the UAE embassy in Jakarta. ### How can I obtain an apostille for my Indonesian University Degree and Transcripts? Apostilles on Indonesian university diplomas and transcripts can be obtained from the Ministry of Law and Human Rights in Jakarta. Apostille can be applied to the original or to a true copy certified by a notary (this can normally be done from a good quality scan). ## Notarized documents ### How can I obtain an apostille for an Indonesian Power of Attorney? A Power of Attorney can be authenticated with an Apostille Stamp from the Ministry of Law and Human Rights.It must be certified by an Indonesian notary.