Certificate of Merger Legalization for Use in Syria
A Certificate of Merger issued in the United States must undergo a formal legalization process before it can be used in Syria. This procedure verifies the authenticity of the document and ensures that Syrian authorities will accept it for corporate, administrative, or legal purposes. Whether your company is completing cross-border mergers, acquiring new entities, or registering corporate changes abroad, proper document legalization is essential for compliance.
Understanding the Certificate of Merger
A Certificate of Merger is an official document issued by a U.S. Secretary of State confirming that two or more companies have legally merged into one entity. It outlines key details such as the effective date of the merger, the surviving company’s information, and the approval of all merging parties.
When this certificate—or a certified copy—is required for use in Syria, it must be authenticated through U.S. government channels. Since Syria is not part of the Hague Apostille Convention, the apostille process does not apply. Instead, a traditional legalization process is required.
Legalization Process for a Certificate of Merger
To make your Certificate of Merger valid for use in Syria, it must undergo the following three required steps:
- Notarization: The document must be signed before a U.S. notary public in person. The notary verifies the identity of the signer and authenticates the signature.
- State Certification: After notarization, the document is submitted to the Secretary of State’s office for certification. This step confirms the authority and validity of the notary’s signature and seal.
- Authentication by the U.S. Department of State: Once state certification is complete, the document is forwarded to the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. for federal authentication. This confirms the legitimacy of the state-level certification.
Important Note: The Syrian Embassy in the United States is temporarily closed. Since there is no functioning Syrian Embassy in the U.S., the document will only be authenticated by the U.S. Department of State.
Once the embassy reopens or alternative procedures become available, an additional embassy authentication step may be required.
Notarized Company Document Processing Time & Fees.
| Service | Fees | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Service fee | $115 | - |
| Maryland notary, court and state fees | $15 | 1 |
| U.S. Arab chamber of commerce stamp | $35 | 1 |
| U.S. Department of State fee | $20 | 9 |
| Total | $185 | 11 business days |
Mandatory Requirement
Before the legalization process begins, the document must be signed and notarized in person.
- Digital signatures and electronic notarizations are not accepted.
- A U.S. notary public must verify the signer’s identity and witness the physical signature.
This ensures that the Certificate of Merger complies with formal notarization standards recognized by U.S. and international authorities.
Why Legalization Is Necessary
Without proper authentication, your Certificate of Merger may be rejected by Syrian authorities or private entities. Legalization confirms that the document is genuine and issued by recognized U.S. government offices.
A legalized Certificate of Merger is often required for:
- Registering a merged company in Syria.
- Updating corporate records for international operations.
- Opening business bank accounts abroad.
- Completing cross-border transactions or restructuring.
- Complying with government or regulatory requirements.
Failure to complete the proper steps can cause delays, rejections, or complications in your international business activities.
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