When is recognition necessary?

Foreign decisions in matrimonial matters are only recognised in Germany once the state justice administration has established that the requirements are met. An exception applies if a court or authority of the state of which both spouses were nationals at the time of the decision made the decision. Whether this exception applies in your case can be clarified by the registry office or the state justice administration.

Who may translate the documents?

As a rule, a translation by a translator publicly appointed, sworn or authorised in Germany is required. As a translator for Azerbaijani generally authorised by the President of the Landgericht Frankfurt am Main (Regional Court), I produce such translations; they are recognised in all German federal states.

Legalisation or apostille?

Depending on the authority, documents from Azerbaijan require either legalisation or an apostille. Clarify this with the state justice administration before applying, so that you do not have to obtain the originals twice.

How to proceed

• Request the current list of documents from the state justice administration of your federal state
• Obtain the originals from Azerbaijan and clarify whether legalisation or an apostille is required
• Send me the documents as a scan: you will receive a quote with the price and delivery date
• Submit the application with the originals and certified translations