Apostilles in Ireland
The Department of Foreign Affairs in Ireland authenticates documents executed in Ireland that are to be used in other countries.
They can Authenticate\Apostille documents of Irish origin provided that they bear an original signature, seal or stamp from an Irish practising public official or organisation. An Irish document means that it originated or has been executed in Ireland. If a practising Irish solicitor, Notary Public or Commissioner for Oaths is signing a document they should state clearly what exactly it is they are certifying in relation to the document. They must sign their own name and not use a company signature.
They can also Authenticate\Apostille photocopies of certain types of documents provided they have been certified by a practising Irish Solicitor or Notary Public in Ireland. However, you should confirm with the authority to whom you are presenting the document that a certified copy will be acceptable to them.
Process to get Documents Authenticated or Apostilled in Ireland:
Documents that have been executed in Ireland, and which are to be Authenticated or Apostilled by the Department can be:
- Presented to the Department at its Public Office at the following address:
Consular Section
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Hainault House
69 - 71 St. Stephen’s Green
Dublin 2
- or sent via post to:
Consular Section
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
80 St. Stephen's Green
Dublin 2
Tel: (01) 408 2174
(01) 408 2322
(01) 408 2557
(01) 408 2576
- For the Munster area:
Consular Services,
Department of Foreign Affairs,
1A South Mall,
Cork
Tel: 021 4944765 / 021 4944766
- Things to send:
- A brief covering letter stating your name, return address, telephone number, and in what country you'll be using the document(s).
- the appropriate fee: €20 for each Apostille or authentication.
- For more information, visit the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade website.
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