ISO Certificate Legalization for Use in Syria
Ensuring the proper legalization of an ISO Certificate is essential for companies expanding operations, exporting products, or entering contractual agreements in Syria. Because Syria requires officially authenticated documents, the certificate must undergo a thorough U.S. legalization process. It is also important to note that the document must be physically signed and notarized—digital signatures and electronic notarizations are not accepted. With the Syrian Embassy in the United States temporarily closed, the only U.S. authority currently authenticating documents for Syria is the U.S. Department of State.
Why Legalization Is Required for Syria
Syria mandates that foreign business documents, including ISO certificates, be authenticated to confirm their validity before they can be used for regulatory, commercial, or governmental purposes. Because the Syrian Embassy in the U.S. is not currently operating, document legalization follows a modified pathway—completing all U.S.-based certifications up to the federal level.
This process ensures:
- The certificate is genuine.
- All signatures are officially recognized.
- The issuing and notarizing authorities are properly verified.
- Syrian institutions can confidently accept the document.
Legalization Requirements: Physical Signing and Notarization
Before any authentication steps can begin, the ISO Certificate must be:
- Signed in person by an authorized representative.
- Notarized with a traditional, in-person notarization.
- Free of digital stamps, electronic signatures, or remote online notarization.
Failure to meet these requirements will result in the document being rejected during the certification stages.
Legalization Process for an ISO Certificate
Below is the streamlined U.S. authentication process required for Syrian use:
- Notarization: A licensed notary public must notarize an in-person, wet-ink signature on the certificate copy.
- State Certification: After notarization, the document is certified by the Secretary of State in the state where the notarization took place.
- U.S. Department of State Authentication: Since the Syrian Embassy in the United States is temporarily closed, this is the final step. The U.S. Department of State authenticates the state-certified ISO certificate for international use.
Note:
Because there is currently no Syrian Embassy in the U.S., documents for Syria stop at the U.S. Department of State level. No embassy legalization is currently possible.
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 |
What Is an ISO Certificate?
An ISO Certificate is an internationally recognized document demonstrating that a company complies with specific standards established by the International Organization for Standardization. These standards help ensure consistency, reliability, and quality in various processes, products, and management systems. Many entities in Syria require a legalized ISO Certificate—or its certified copy— to verify compliance before approving imports, contracts, or business operations.
Why Professional Assistance Matters
Legalizing an ISO Certificate for Syria involves multiple steps, strict formal requirements, and time-sensitive processing. Any small error, such as improper notarization, incomplete signatures, or incorrect formatting, can result in delays or rejection.
Working with a professional document legalization service ensures:
- Compliance with all federal and state requirements.
- Accurate, accepted in-person notarization.
- Timely submission to the appropriate certification offices.
- Smooth handling of the process from start to finish.
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If you need your ISO Certificate legalized for use in Syria, our team is ready to manage the entire process efficiently and professionally. We ensure every requirement is met, saving you time, preventing errors, and guaranteeing compliance.
