# FAQs: Attesting Macao Documents > Frequently asked questions about obtaining Apostille in Macau and to legalize Macao documents for use in other countries - birth certificates, marriage certificates, criminal record certificates, academic documents and more. **Source** [Macau](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Macau-attestation-FAQs)> **Related:** [Apostille Macao Documents for international use](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Macau-Legalization-Services) · [Get a Quotation](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Document-Attestation-Inquiry) --- ## General Questions ### Can Macao documents be legalized by Apostille? Yes - Macau is a member of the Apostille Convention. Macao 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 Macao 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 Macau, see: [Macau Apostille Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Macau-Legalization-Services) ### What types of documents can be legalized in Macau for use abroad? Official documents that can be legalized in Macau 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 Macau, 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 Macao apostille services and for assistance obtaining official copies of Macao documents, see: [Macau Apostille Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Macau-Legalization-Services) ### Where can I see reviews of Isarey's Macao 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) ### What is a Macao Apostille Stamp and why would I need one? A Macao 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 Macau and confirms the capacity of that official. Macao Apostille stamps are often required when submitting a Macao document, such as a birth certificate, to the authorities of a foreign country or to a foreign embassy in Macau (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 Macau? Document legalization (or attestation) is a procedure which authenticates a public Macao document so that it can be submitted in another country for official or legal purposes - for example, if you need to submit a Macao birth certificate to the authority or embassy of another country, it will often need to be legalized. Legalizing a document in Macau certifies the authenticity of the signature appearing on the document as that of an authorized public official in Macau and confirms the capacity of that official. - Because Macau is a member of the Apostille Convention, Macao 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 Macao document is required for a country that is not a member of the Apostille Convention, it will need to be legalized both by Macao authorities and by the embassy of the recipient country (embassy in Macau or non-resident embassy accredited to Macau). See: [Document legalization - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Document_legalization) ### What services does Isarey Certification Services provide in Macau? Isarey Certification Services provides a range of services in Macau including Apostille and legalization services, notarization services, certified translation services and document retrieval services. ## Criminal record certificates ### Do Macao Criminal Record Certificates have an expiry? The Criminal Record Certificate is valid for 90 days from the date of issue. ### Where can I get my fingerprints taken for a Macao Criminal Record certificate? To have your fingerprints taken outside Macao, 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 Macao Criminal Record Certificate to use abroad? Macao Certificates of Criminal Record (Certificado de Registo Criminal) can be obtained online (Macao One Account), by post, in person or through an authorized representative. Applicants must provide documentary proof of their connection to Macao (e.g. Residence Permit, Non-resident Worker’s Identification Card or Non-resident Worker’s Card). Applicants who do not hold a Macao SAR Resident Identity Card will need to submit fingerprints. - [Certificate of Criminal Record](https://www.dsi.gov.mo/certificate_e.jsp) - [Apply by post - Certificate of Criminal Record](https://webportal.dsi.gov.mo/postal/) - [Apply online - Macao One Account](https://account.gov.mo/en/login) - [Permitted usage - Certificate of Criminal Record (PDF)](https://www.dsi.gov.mo/documents/drc_cate.pdf) - [Fingerprint and Declaration forms - Certificate of Criminal Record](https://www.dsi.gov.mo/formsdownload_e.jsp)