Are original certificates needed for legalization?

When legalizing at the consulate, original birth and marriage certificates may be taken. It is advisable to have duplicates in case originals are needed.

Some participants report that for submitting documents to the consulate, translated and apostilled copies may be sufficient, and originals might not be required.

To avoid issues, it is better to clarify in advance with the consulate what exact documents are needed and in what form.

It is also worth noting that some consulates may have their own document requirements, so it is best to check the information on their website.