- Apostille Convention
- Not a party
- Required procedure
- Foreign Ministry + consular/embassy legalisation
- Official language(s)
- English
Using Turkish documents in Nigeria
As Nigeria is not party to the Apostille Convention, documents issued in Türkiye go through a legalisation chain: certification by the notary or issuing authority, certification by the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and finally legalisation by the embassy or consulate of Nigeria in Türkiye.
Authorities in Nigeria usually require a translation into English; at which point in the chain the translation is made depends on the document. We check the correct order and the mission's current requirements for your file.
Using documents from Nigeria in Türkiye
Documents from Nigeria generally need certification by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria and legalisation by the Turkish embassy or consulate there. They are then translated into Turkish by a sworn translator in Türkiye and notarised if required.
Documents frequently prepared for Nigeria
- Birth, marriage and civil registry documents
- Diplomas, transcripts and recognition files
- Criminal record certificates
- Powers of attorney and consent letters
- Company documents, trade registry gazette and signature circulars
- Export documents, commercial invoices and certificates of origin
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is an apostille enough for Nigeria?
No. Nigeria is not party to the Convention, so certification by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and legalisation by the mission of Nigeria are required.
How long does legalisation for Nigeria take?
It depends on the document, the certifications needed and, where applicable, appointment availability at the mission. We give you a realistic timeline after reviewing your file.
Which language should the translation be in?
Usually the official language of Nigeria (English). Some authorities also accept English; tell us where you are applying and we will confirm the right language.