Apostille/ MOFA Attestation Service

What is included in this apostille and MOFA attestation service

• Review of your Malaysian documents and the written requirements from your embassy or foreign authority.
• Guidance on whether you also need certified translation or notarised translation before attestation.
• Coordination of Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation in Putrajaya, Malaysia, and related steps.
• Updates on progress and confirmation when the attestation is complete.
• Arrangements for returning your endorsed documents or notarised translations to you.

Typical documents and destinations

You can use this service when Malaysian documents or notarised translations will be submitted to foreign embassies or authorities that ask for Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation.

• Common countries and regions include:
• India
• China
• Korea
• Taiwan
• Philippines
• Typical Malaysian documents include:
• Birth certificates and marriage certificates
• Divorce certificates and family related court documents
• SPM results, diplomas and other academic records
• Nursing certificates and professional licences
• Company incorporation documents and business records
• Notarised translations that must be used overseas

How apostille and MOFA attestation fits with translation services

In many cases apostille or MOFA attestation is one step in a longer process that also includes certified translation and sometimes notarised translation.

• A typical workflow could look like this:
• Step 1: Your original Malaysian documents are translated from Malay to English and, if required, certified or notarised.
• Step 2: The original documents or notarised translations are submitted to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Putrajaya for attestation.
• Step 3: Once attested, the documents are used at the relevant foreign embassy, consulate or authority.

When you contact us, we will review your situation and suggest the simplest combination of translation, notarisation and attestation so you do not pay for unnecessary steps.

Why choose our apostille and MOFA attestation service

• Specialised support for Malaysian documents that need to be used in countries such as India, China, Korea, Taiwan and the Philippines.
• Experience coordinating Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation in Putrajaya and understanding how it fits with translation and notarisation requirements.
• Clear communication about the documents we need, expected timelines and total costs before you commit.

While we cannot control the final decisions made by foreign embassies and authorities, we handle the attestation process with care and keep you informed at each stage.

How the apostille and MOFA attestation process works

The process is straightforward and can often be started from outside Malaysia.

1. Share your documents and instructions: Send us clear copies of your Malaysian documents and any written requirements from your embassy or authority. Tell us which country and institution you will be dealing with.
2. Receive a quote and recommended steps: We review your documents and advise whether you need certified translation, notarised translation and MOFA attestation, or only some of these steps. We then send you a written quote for the full process.
3. Provide originals or notarised copies: If you decide to proceed, we explain which originals or notarised copies we need and how you can send them safely to us so that we can present them for attestation.
4. Attestation and return of documents: We coordinate the Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation in Putrajaya and any related steps. Once completed, we confirm the outcome and arrange the return or onward delivery of your endorsed documents.

Important notes about apostille and MOFA attestation

• Requirements for apostille or MOFA attestation vary between countries and can change over time. It is important to check the latest instructions from your embassy or authority before you order any service.
• Some authorities accept certified or notarised translations without additional attestation. Others insist that documents go through Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation before they will review them.
• If you are unsure which combination of services you need, contact us with your documents and instructions so that we can help you choose the most appropriate path.

Frequently asked questions about apostille and MOFA attestation

Do I always need translation before MOFA attestation

If your documents are written in Malay and will be used in a country that expects English or another language, you will usually need translation before attestation. In many cases the foreign authority prefers to see notarised translations. We review your instructions and let you know whether certified translation, notarised translation or both are required before MOFA attestation.

Can you help if my embassy is not listed

Yes. The examples on this page focus on countries where MOFA attestation is commonly requested, such as India, China, Korea, Taiwan and the Philippines. If your embassy or country is not listed, you can still send us the instructions and we will check whether apostille or MOFA attestation is relevant.

Will my documents definitely be accepted after MOFA attestation

Ministry of Foreign Affairs attestation is an important part of the legalisation process, but the final decision to accept a document always rests with the foreign embassy or authority. Our role is to ensure that the steps we manage are carried out correctly and in line with the written requirements you provide.

Can I track the progress of my attestation

We keep you updated at key stages of the process, such as when documents are submitted for attestation and when they are ready for collection or return. If you have a specific deadline, tell us at the start so that we can advise whether the timeline is realistic.

What happens if there is a problem during attestation

If an issue arises that is related to our handling of your documents, we will work to correct it and keep you informed. If the issue is caused by a change in embassy policy or a requirement outside our control, we will explain the options so that you can decide how to proceed.