This procedure for legalizing documents is seemingly easier and faster because only the translator’s signature is certified.
Very often, however, due to lack of awareness, the legalization process for citizens becomes very slow and expensive. Some of the most common mistakes are:
the document has not been affixed an apostille
names on birth certificates are mixed up
For most Middle Eastern countries, a stamp from the relevant foreign ministry is required, as well as a stamp from the Bulgarian embassy. If this has not been done, the document is certified at the embassy of the respective country in the Republic of Bulgaria.
Details for legalization of personal documents. Details for legalization of company documents.