Frequently asked questions

Prices depend on the language pair, the length and layout of the document, and the type of certification required. Send us a scan and we reply with a fixed price, usually within a few hours on working days.

Standard civil documents such as birth or marriage certificates are usually ready in 1–2 working days including notarial certification. Urgent same-day service is often possible; ask when you request a quote.

For the translation itself a clear scan is usually enough. Some certifications and all apostilles need the original document, and we will tell you if yours does.

Tell us which country and which office will receive it. We check that office's requirements — notarised translation, apostille, sworn translator in the destination country — and prepare the documents accordingly.

The Ministry of Justice normally issues the apostille within one working day of filing. With collection, translation and delivery, most clients receive their documents in 2–4 working days.

Yes. We act on your behalf: you send the original by courier, or we obtain a fresh copy of the document for you with a power of attorney, and we return the apostilled document anywhere in the world.

It depends on the destination. Often the original is apostilled first and then translated together with the apostille; some countries want the notarised translation apostilled too. We check before starting so you do not pay twice.

Many authorities accept e-apostilles that can be verified online, but some still expect a paper apostille. We advise based on the receiving office.

It depends on the consulate. The Armenian Ministry step is usually quick; consulates range from a few days to several weeks. We give a realistic timeline with your quote.

Consular and ministry fees are charged at cost and shown separately in your quote, so you see exactly what goes to the authorities.

Documents must be legalized in the country that issued them. Through ABC Translation's offices abroad we can organise legalization in several other countries; ask us with details of the document.

Appointments are personal and usually booked by the applicant. We prepare the documents to the appointment date and can provide an interpreter to accompany you if needed.

They are closely related. Consular legalization is the chain used when a country is outside the Apostille Convention. Embassy legalization here also covers preparing a document file to an embassy's specific checklist, whichever certification it requires.

No. We are a translation and legalization company. We work with notaries in Armenia, prepare and translate the documents, and coordinate the notarial act on your behalf.

Yes, if it carries an apostille (or consular legalization) from the country where it was notarised and is translated into Armenian. We can organise both.

Yes. A copy certified by an Armenian notary is a notarial document and can receive an apostille from the Ministry of Justice.

Order one per institution that will keep a copy. Extra copies made in the same visit cost less than returning later.

The validity is stated in the document. Some institutions refuse powers of attorney older than a certain date, so tell us when and where it will be used.

Only if each country accepts its legalization and language. A bilingual text with an apostille is the most flexible option for Hague Convention countries.

Often yes. Archives can search within a range of years when given names and places. We tell you upfront if the information is insufficient.

Civil registry repeat certificates are usually quick; archive searches can take several weeks. We estimate the timeline when we see the details.

A few days is usually enough for consecutive interpreting in Yerevan. For simultaneous interpreting, rare languages or regional travel, book as early as possible.

Yes, anywhere in Armenia. Travel time and costs for regional assignments are shown in the quote.

Yes, by phone or video platform for meetings, consultations and appointments where in-person attendance is not required.