What is the Apostille Stamp?

The Apostille stamp (Hague Convention apostille) is an official authentication certificate established by the 1961 Hague Convention. It verifies the authenticity of a signature, the capacity of the signer, and the identity of any seal on a document — making the document legally valid in all countries that have signed the convention.

When do you need an Apostille?

An Apostille is required when a document issued in one country needs to be used officially in another Hague Convention signatory country. Common documents that require an Apostille include birth certificates, marriage certificates, academic diplomas, court orders, notarial acts, and business documents.

Does the Apostille come before or after translation?

The Apostille stamp must be placed on the original document before the official translation takes place. The translator certifies the document as originally issued — including the Apostille seal. Documents from countries that have not signed the Hague Convention require a separate legalization process.

Who issues the Apostille in Greece?

In Greece, the Apostille is issued by the Decentralized Administrations, Regional Authorities, and Courts of First Instance. The stamp is placed on original documents issued by Greek public bodies.

Once your document carries the Apostille stamp, Wordhub can provide the official translation you need — certified by qualified translators and accepted by Greek and international authorities.