Apostille & Consular Legalisation

Apostille & Consular Legalisation Support

We provide nationwide support for obtaining Apostilles and Consular Legalisation for Japanese official documents required overseas.

If you have already returned to your home country and are unable to visit Japanese government offices in person, or if you would prefer assistance in English, please feel free to contact us.

Fast-track support is available for Shiga Prefecture and Kyoto City.

Are You Facing Any of These Difficulties?

  • You have been asked to submit Japanese documents overseas
  • You are unsure about the difference between an Apostille and Consular Legalisation
  • You are unable to return to Japan to complete the procedures
  • You would like support in English
  • The process feels complicated and stressful
  • You are unsure which documents are required
  • Your overseas submission deadline is approaching

We provide careful and personalised support for each situation.

What Are Apostilles and Consular Legalisation?

When Japanese official documents are to be used overseas, additional certification may be required to prove that the documents are genuine.

Depending on the country where the documents will be submitted, either an apostille, or consular legalisation may be required.

As requirements differ from country to country, it is important to confirm the correct procedure in advance.

At Emilio Administrative Law Office, we support clients throughout the entire process, from confirming the necessary procedures to obtaining and submitting the required certifications.

English-language Consultations

We provide consultations and guidance in English. Clients living overseas can contact us with confidence.

Nationwide and Overseas Support

Clients throughout Japan and overseas are welcome. All procedures can be handled online and by email.

Fast Support for Shiga and Kyoto

We are able to provide prompt support in Shiga Prefecture and Kyoto City by directly visiting city offices in these areas.

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My Support Process

01.

Please contact us via the enquiry form.


02.

We will confirm the destination country, required documents, and your individual circumstances.


03.

We will provide details of professional fees and any applicable official costs.

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04.

If necessary, we will prepare a Letter of Authorisation (Power of Attorney) form. Please sign the document and send the original copy to Japan from your country of residence. We will guide you carefully through the process.


05.

We will obtain the necessary documents and proceed with the certification procedures.


06.

We can arrange delivery both within Japan and internationally.


​Service Professional Fee (incl. tax)

  • Fees for collecting official documents on your behalf  JPY 16,500
  • Apostille for Japanese official documents  JPY 14,300
  • Consular Legalisation support  JPY 27,500

Additional Cost

  • Official government fees: Actual cost
  • Notary fees (if required): From JPY 6,500
  • Translation services: Separate quotation
  • International postage: Actual cost
  • Additional document requests: Separate quotation
  • Express handling: Separate quotation​


Costs may vary depending on the destination country, document type, and translation requirements.
 

Payment Methods

We accept bank transfer for domestic clients and international money transfer service (Wise) for international clients. Clients living abroad can make payments smoothly and conveniently.