Get Your Documents attested and legalised at the Ethiopia Embassy Fast!

Do you need your South African documents legalised and sent for attestation at the Ethiopia Embassy for use in Ethiopia? We’ll provide expert advice, submit your application, follow up with the Ethiopia embassy, collect it when its ready and ship it worldwide to you.

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Email us at [email protected], or fill out the form below and our experts will contact you to find out your exact requirements.

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R950 per document (3 working days) plus embassy fees

This price excludes DIRCO legalisation or High Court apostille fees.

R1210 per document
(R660 per document for Ethiopian citizens)

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R200 National

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R850 International

South African documents that need to be attested at the Ethiopia Embassy have to be legalised with a Certificate of Authentication (NOT APOSTILLED) at DIRCO first. Some documents will also need to be notarised and apostilled at the High Court before going to DIRCO. This can be a very lengthy process. Contact us for more details.

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Legalise and Attest your South African Documents at the Ethiopia embassy

Document attestation at the Ethiopia Embassy is a vital step for anyone planning to move, work, or do business in Ethiopia. Whether you are getting married, applying for residency or family visas, exploring business opportunities, or seeking medical treatment, ensuring your documents are properly attested is essential for a smooth and stress-free experience in Ethiopia.

Ethiopia Embassy attestation guarantees that your documents are verified and accepted by Ethiopian authorities. This vital process adds an extra layer of validation, ensuring your documents are legally recognized and ready for official use in Ethiopia.

Although the Ethiopiaq Embassy attestation process is efficient – the attestation itself is completed within 3 days—the overall timeline can be significantly longer. This is because your documents must first go through a series of prerequisites:

  1. DIRCO Authentication: Documents require a certificate of authentication from DIRCO, which currently takes 6–8 weeks.
  2. SAQA Authentication for Degrees: If you need degree verification, SAQA authentication must be completed before submitting documents to DIRCO. This process adds another 4–6 weeks.

Additionally, time-sensitive documents, such as Police Clearance Certificates or Letters of No Impediment (single status letters), require careful planning to avoid delays.

Preparing your documents well in advance is crucial to ensure timely attestation and avoid complications. With proper planning and expert guidance, you can navigate the Ethiopia Embassy attestation process smoothly and focus on your exciting journey to Ethiopia.

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How To Apply For Ethiopia embassy attestation and get your documents authenticated

  1. Download the application form, Sign, scan and email it to us at [email protected], along with a copy of your ID or Passport and scans of the documents that you would like attested.
  2. We will check the form and scans and confirm receipt and send you an invoice. If these documents require DIRCO or High Court legalisation and extra steps we will inform you, and provide you with a detailed timeline estimate.
  3. You will need to courier the documents to us (details of where to send the courier and exact procedures are in our application forms.
  4. Once we receive the documents and payment we will submit your application to the embassy in Pretoria by hand the next day and confirm submission with you.
  5. We follow and ensure that everything is being processed and once the embassy has completed the process we collect it the following business day.
  6. We send you a high resolution scan of the attested documents to ensure that all the details are correct and for your peace of mind.
  7. Once you have confirmed that all details are correct we courier it directly to you. Local courier takes 1 business day, worldwide courier takes 4-5 days.

DIRCO Legalisation

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Ethiopia is not part of the Hague Apostille Convention and will not accept documents that have been apostilled at DIRCO. Instead, DIRCO will issue a Certificate of Authentication for documents intended for Ethiopia that certifies that the signature on the document is from a recognised official at a South African government department.

Documents that have been notarised and then apostilled at a High Court also have to be sent to DIRCO to have this Certificate of Authentication added before they can be attested at the Vietnam embassy

Contact us for more details, we are able to assist with the entire process.

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Simplify Document Attestation at the Ethiopia Embassy with Expert Guidance


Document attestation at the Ethiopia Embassy can be a detailed and time-intensive process. Most documents must first undergo legalisation at the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), where they are issued a Certificate of Authentication. Only after this step can they be sent to the Ethiopia Embassy in Pretoria for the official attestation stamp.

Documents That Require Ethiopia Embassy Attestation


The attestation process is mandatory for a variety of official documents, including:

  • Unabridged Birth Certificates
  • Unabridged Marriage Certificates
  • Police Clearance Certificates
  • Letters of No Impediment to Marriage
  • SAQA-verified academic degrees
  • Umalusi-verified matric certificates
  • HPCSA-verified medical certificates

Certain documents may also need notarization and an apostille at a High Court before they are eligible for DIRCO authentication.

Avoid Common Mistakes and Delays


One common error is assuming that a High Court apostille or a DIRCO apostille is sufficient. Unfortunately, this misstep can result in delays of several months. It’s essential to follow the correct process from the beginning to ensure your documents are properly attested.

Plan Ahead for a Smooth Attestation Process


With the DIRCO authentication process currently taking 6–8 weeks, advance planning is critical. Additional time may be required for documents needing High Court notarization or verification from bodies like SAQA or Umalusi.

Expert Support to Streamline Your Document Attestation


We specialize in managing every step of the document attestation process, ensuring compliance with all requirements to save you time and avoid unnecessary delays. Let us simplify the process so you can focus on your plans in Taiwan.s, ensuring timely completion and peace of mind.

Frequently Asked Questions

Must I courier original documents to you or can I send copies?

All government documents such as birth and marriage certificates, police clearance certificates and letters of no impediment must be original certificates that have been legalised with a Certificate of Authentication at DIRCO before submission to the Ethiopia Embassy

Other documents generally need to have copies notarised and then apostilled at a High Court before being sent for a certificate of authentication at DIRCO. Contact us for expert advice

What is the difference between the Ethiopia embassy document fee and your document processing fee?

The Ethiopia embassy charges a fee per document submitted for attestation (currently R1210/document, or R660 per document if the applicant is an Ethiopian citizen).

We charge a service fee (currently R950) per document

Do Ethiopia embassy attested documents have an expiry date?

Ethiopia embassy attested documents do not generally have an expiry date. However some documents, such as Police Clearance Certificates (6 months), Letter of Nio Impediment (6 months) and Medical Certificates (3 months) have a limited validity. We strongly recommend checking with the Ethiopian authorities whether any of the documents you get attested have an expiry date for their specific use

Please check with your local authorities whether the document you are obtaining has to be handed in within a defined timeframe.

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The standard turnaround time at the Ethiopian embassy for certificate and document attestation is 3 working days. There is no quicker option.

Are you affiliated or accredited with the Ethiopia Embassy or DIRCO?

Embassy Services (Pty) Ltd is a private company and not a government department or High Court issuing body or associated with DIRCO or any foreign embassy. We provide consulting, submission and collection services, and charge for our expertise and for successfully and quickly obtaining and legalising documents.

While we endeavour to obtain and get all documentation processed and legalised in the shortest possible time, we cannot be held responsible for any delay at a government department or foreign embassy that is out of our control. Please see our terms and conditions for details

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About Embassy Services

We’re a document and legalisation services company based in Johannesburg, South Africa. We specialise in obtaining documents and legalising them for use internationally, from government departments such as Home Affairs to High Court notarisation and apostilles at DIRCO.

Our focus is on fast turnaround times and impeccable customer service, we keep you continually updated at every step of the process, and ensure that your specific needs are filled to your exact requirements

Call or Whatsapp us on +27 10 500 5320 or email us at [email protected].