Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory located at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, known for its strategic location, financial services, and thriving business sector. To use your U.S. documents in Gibraltar, you will need an Apostille, as Gibraltar follows the Hague Apostille Convention, ensuring your documents are officially recognized for legal, business, educational, or personal purposes.
Handling your legal or corporate certifications on 'The Rock'? To ensure your paperwork is recognized across the Mediterranean and beyond, you can also explore the apostille procedures for the United Kingdom or Spain.
How to Get an Apostille for Gibraltar
Prepare your documents (notarize if needed)
Upload your documents Digitally to our Website
We process the apostille
Receive your documents
Territory-Specific Notes
Gibraltar is a Hague Apostille member, so U.S. documents must be apostilled for legal recognition
Official language: English – translations are usually not required
Notarization may be needed before apostille for certain personal, corporate, or academic documents
Federal documents such as FBI background checks, IRS letters, or corporate filings must be apostilled by the U.S. Department of State
Apostilled documents are recognized across government offices, banks, schools, and businesses in Gibraltar
Use Cases
You may need an apostille for Gibraltar when:
Submitting personal documents for legal or administrative purposes
Working with local or international companies operating in Gibraltar
Applying for visas, residency, or immigration programs
Providing academic or corporate documents recognized by authorities
Legal or official certification of birth, marriage, or FBI background checks