# FAQs: Attesting Norwegian Documents > Frequently asked questions about obtaining Apostille in Norway and to legalize Norwegian documents for use in other countries - birth certificates, marriage certificates, criminal record certificates, academic documents and more. **Source** [Norway](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Norway-attestation-FAQs)> **Related:** [Apostille Norwegian Documents for international use](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Norway-Legalization-Services) · [Get a Quotation](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Document-Attestation-Inquiry) --- ## General Questions ### Can Norwegian documents be legalized by Apostille? Yes - Norway is a member of the Apostille Convention. Norwegian 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 Norwegian 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 Norway, see: [Norway Apostille Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Norway-Legalization-Services) ### What types of documents can be legalized in Norway for use abroad? Apostilles in Norway, issued by the County Governors, can be obtained for official Norwegian documents including: - Norwegian birth, death and marriage certificates - Printouts of the National Population Registry - Change of name Certificates - Police Certificates of Good Conduct - Norwegian university diplomas and transcripts - Other documents certified in Norway by a notary - To confirm whether your document is eligible for apostille authentication in Norway, 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 Norwegian apostille services and for assistance obtaining official copies of Norwegian documents, see: [Norway Apostille Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Norway-Legalization-Services) ### How long does it take to obtain an apostille on a document in Norway? Most Norwegian documents can be notarized and authenticated with an Apostille Stamp from the County Governor in **2 - 3 working days** (NORWAY: Norwegian documents are normally notarized and authenticated with an Apostille stamp in 2 - 3 working days. NOTE: All processing times are estimated. Actual processing time is dependant on the authentication authority and is subject to change without prior notice.) (subject to the availability of notary appointments) ### Where can I see reviews of Isarey's Norwegian 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 Norwegian Apostille Stamp and why would I need one? A Norwegian 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 Norway and confirms the capacity of that official. Norwegian Apostille stamps are often required when submitting a Norwegian document, such as a birth certificate, to the authorities of a foreign country or to a foreign embassy in Norway (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 Norway? Document legalization (or attestation) is a procedure which authenticates a public Norwegian document so that it can be submitted in another country for official or legal purposes - for example, if you need to submit a Norwegian birth certificate to the authority or embassy of another country, it will often need to be legalized. Legalizing a document in Norway certifies the authenticity of the signature appearing on the document as that of an authorized public official in Norway and confirms the capacity of that official. - Because Norway is a member of the Apostille Convention, Norwegian 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 Norwegian document is required for a country that is not a member of the Apostille Convention, it will need to be legalized both by Norwegian authorities and by the embassy of the recipient country (embassy in Norway or non-resident embassy accredited to Norway). See: [Document legalization - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Document_legalization) ### What services does Isarey Certification Services provide in Norway? Isarey Certification Services provides a range of services in Norway including Apostille and legalization services, notarization services, certified translation services and document retrieval services. ### What do Norway Apostilles and legalizations look like? Norway Apostilles follow the standard format laid down in the Apostille Convention. Some examples of Norwegian documents certified with Apostille stamps: - [Norwegian Police Certificate of Conduct with Apostille Stamp](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/dc/Norwegian-Police-Certificate-Conduct-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 a copy of a Norwegian birth, marriage or death certificate? Norwegian birth certificates can be ordered online from Norwegian Tax Administration with an [Electronic ID](https://eid.difi.no/en/id-porten/how-obtain-electronic-id) and will be sent to your registered address in the National Population Register. - [Order a Birth Certificate](https://www.skatteetaten.no/en/person/national-registry/birth-and-name-selection/birth-certificates/) - Norwegian marriage certificates (marriages after 1 October 2004) can be ordered online from the Norwegian Tax Administration with a [Electronic ID](https://eid.difi.no/en/id-porten/how-obtain-electronic-id) and will be sent to your registered address in the National Population Register. If the marriage took place before 1 October 2004, you must directly contact the one who officiated the wedding to get a copy of the marriage certificate. - [Order a Marriage Certificate](https://www.skatteetaten.no/en/person/national-registry/certificates-and-information/order-certificates/overview-of-certificates/marriage-certificate/) - A confirmation of death can be obtained from the [District Court](https://www.domstol.no/no/finn-domstol/) A death certificate, with more details than a confirmation, can be obtained from the doctor who wrote the certificate or [Norwegian Institute of Public Health](https://www.fhi.no/op/dodsarsaksregisteret/innsyn-i-registeret-og-kopi-av-dodsmelding/#har-du-behov-for-en-ddsattest) Death certificates from before 1996 are available from the [National Archives of Norway](https://www.arkivverket.no/tjenester/bestill-en-enkeltopplysning/skifte-og-dodsfallsopplysninger)A Printout from the National Population Register can be ordered online with an [Electronic ID](https://eid.difi.no/en/id-porten/how-obtain-electronic-id) from the Norwegian Tax Administration. Printouts from the National Population Register (available in English or Norwegian) are sent digitally or on paper with a stamp and signature (select a paper copy if an Apostille stamp is required). The printouts on paper will be sent to your registered address. - [Printout from the National Population Register](https://www.skatteetaten.no/en/person/national-registry/certificates-and-information/order-certificates/overview-of-certificates/printout-from-the-national-population-register/) ### How can I obtain an apostille for a Norwegian birth, death or marriage certificate? Norwegian birth, death and marriage certificates, as well as printouts from the National Population Register, can be authenticated with an Apostille Stamp obtained from the County Governor. ## Corporate documents ### How can I obtain a Certificate of Good Standing for a company in Norway? Certificates of Good Standing and proof of non-bankruptcy can be obtained in Norwegian and English from the Brønnøysund Register Centre. Certificates of Conduct for Norwegian businesses and organisations can be obtained from the Norwegian Police. - [Order a Certificate of Good Standing](https://w2.brreg.no/eHandelPortal/ecomsys/) - [Apply for a Certificate of Conduct](https://www.politiet.no/en/english/police-certificate-of-conduct/) ### How can I obtain a Certificate of Incorporation for a company in Norway? Notarized Certificates of Incorporation can be obtained in Norwegian and English from the Brønnøysund Register Centre. - [Order a Certificate of Incorporation](https://w2.brreg.no/eHandelPortal/ecomsys/) ### How do I obtain an apostille for company registration documents issued in Norway? Notarized copies of Certificates of Incorporation (in English or Norwegian) and Certificates of Registration for Norwegian companies can be ordered online from Brønnøysundregistrene and then authenticated with an Apostille Stamp from the County Governor. - [Order a Certificate of Incorporation](https://w2.brreg.no/eHandelPortal/ecomsys/) - [Available company documents and certificates](https://www.brreg.no/en/products-and-services-2/order-products/information-about-Isarey's-products/) ## Criminal record certificates ### How can I obtain an Apostille on a Norwegian Certificate of Good Conduct? Norwegian Police Certificates of Conduct may be authenticated with an Apostille Stamp from the County Governor. Certificates must be no more than 3 months old. ### Do Norwegian Criminal Record Certificates have an expiry? Norwegian police certificates of conduct are valid for three months. ## Academic documents ### How can I legalize a Norwegian degree certificate for submission to Qatar? Norwegian university degrees required for submission to the authorities of Qatar or in support of Qatar visa applications are certified by a notary and legalized by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs for attestation by the embassy of Qatar in Stockholm. ### How can I legalize a Norwegian degree certificate for submission to the United Arab Emirates? Norwegian university degrees required for submission to the authorities of the United Arab Emirates or in support of UAE visa applications are certified by a notary and legalized by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Following legalization in Norway, diplomas are legalized by the Norwegian embassy in Abu Dhabi for final attestation by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. ### How can I legalize a Norwegian degree certificate for submission to Saudi Arabia? Norwegian university diplomas and course transcripts required for submission to the authorities of Saudi Arabia may be authenticated with an Apostille Stamp issued by the County Governor (attestation by the embassy or Cultural Bureau is no longer required). ### How can I obtain an apostille for my Norwegian University Degree and Transcripts? Norwegian university diplomas and other academic documents can be certified by a notary public and then authenticated with an Apostille Stamp from the County Governor.