In Kazakhstan, the process of obtaining an apostille for a document follows the guidelines set by the Hague Apostille Convention, of which Kazakhstan is a member. An apostille certifies the authenticity of documents for international use, making them legally recognized in other countries that are part of the convention.

Steps to Get an Apostille for Documents in Kazakhstan:

1. Determine the Document Type: Documents eligible for an apostille in Kazakhstan include:
   • Birth certificates
   • Marriage certificates
   • Academic diplomas and transcripts
   • Notarized documents (such as powers of attorney, affidavits, etc.)
   • Other government-issued documents (e.g., court rulings, official statements)
2. Obtain the Document: The document should be issued by an official Kazakhstani authority. For example:
   • Birth, marriage, or death certificates issued by the Civil Registry Office.
   • Academic diplomas issued by universities or educational institutions.
   • Notarized documents issued by a licensed notary public in Kazakhstan.
3. Notarization (if required): If the document requires notarization (for example, powers of attorney or contracts), it must first be notarized by a registered Kazakhstani notary public before it can be apostilled.
4. Submit the Document to the Ministry of Justice: In Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Justice is responsible for issuing apostilles. The Ministry’s Department for Legal Services processes apostille requests for documents issued by Kazakhstani authorities. You can request an apostille at the Ministry of Justice in Almaty or Nur-Sultan (Astana), or at regional offices depending on your location.
5. Complete the Apostille Application: You will need to complete a request form when submitting your document. This form will ask for details about the document and your contact information. You can typically get the form directly from the Ministry or download it from their website.
6. Pay the Apostille Fee: There is a fee for obtaining an apostille in Kazakhstan. The fee is typically modest and can be paid by cash or bank transfer, depending on the Ministry’s requirements.
7. Processing Time:
   • In-person submissions: The apostille process usually takes about 1–3 business days if submitted in person.
   • By mail: If you are sending documents by mail, processing may take a few more days depending on the volume of requests.
8. Collect the Apostilled Document: Once the apostille is applied, you can collect the apostilled document from the Ministry of Justice or receive it by mail if you applied via post.

Key Points:

• Kazakhstan is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, so documents apostilled in Kazakhstan are valid in other countries that are also members of the convention, and vice versa.
• The Ministry of Justice in Kazakhstan is the central authority for apostille services, so all apostille requests must go through this Ministry.

Documents and Information You Will Need:

• The original document you want to apostille.
• A completed apostille request form (available at the Ministry or online).
• Proof of identity (such as a passport or national ID card).
• Payment for the apostille fee.

Where to Go for Apostille in Kazakhstan:

• Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Kazakhstan: The Ministry’s central office is in Nur-Sultan (Astana), and there are regional offices in other major cities like Almaty. Ministry of Justice Address (Nur-Sultan):
  • Ministry of Justice, 13/2, Kunaev Str., Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan

For more information on the process, fees, and the apostille request form, you can visit the Ministry of Justice of Kazakhstan website or contact them directly to confirm the latest requirements.