Document Translation & Legalisation Malaysia
Document Legalisation Services Malaysia for overseas documents used in Malaysia and Malaysian documents used overseas. Professional support for certified translation, notarisation, MOFA legalisation and embassy or High Commission attestation, where required.
Which Document Process Do You Need?
Choose ONE option below based on where your document was issued and where you need to use it.
My Document Was Issued Overseas
and will be used in Malaysia
Overseas Documents → Use in Malaysia
For official documents issued outside Malaysia that need to be used with Malaysian authorities, institutions, employers, banks or other organisations.
My Document Was Issued in Malaysia
and will be used overseas
Malaysian Documents → Use Overseas
For documents issued in Malaysia that need to be prepared, translated or legalised for submission in another country.
How Do You Use an Overseas Document in Malaysia?
An overseas document may need authentication or legalisation and, where required, certified translation before it is submitted in Malaysia.
If the document is not in English or Bahasa Malaysia, the receiving organisation may ask for a certified translation into English or Bahasa Malaysia.
Not every overseas document needs every step. The requirements depend on the document and the organisation in Malaysia that will receive it.
From an Overseas Document to Use in Malaysia
Follow the applicable stages according to your document and the requirements of the receiving organisation in Malaysia.
Your Overseas Document
Start with the official document issued outside Malaysia. This may be an immigration, education, banking, financial, employment, business, legal, court or other official document.
Authentication / Legalisation — Where Required
Not every overseas document needs legalisation. Some organisations in Malaysia may require the document to be authenticated in the country where it was issued or through the relevant embassy or high commission.
Certified Translation — Where Required
If the document is not in English or Bahasa Malaysia, the receiving organisation may require a certified translation. The translation can be prepared into English or Bahasa Malaysia according to the receiving organisation’s requirements.
Submission in Malaysia
Once the applicable requirements have been completed, the document is ready for submission to the relevant authority, institution, bank, employer, company or other organisation in Malaysia.
Overseas Documents Commonly Used in Malaysia
We assist with certified translation and related document processing for a range of official documents issued outside Malaysia.
- Birth & Marriage Documents
- Immigration & Visa Documents
- Degrees & Academic Transcripts
- Banking & Financial Documents
- Employment Documents
- Business & Company Documents
- Legal & Court Documents
- Official Certificates
- Other Official Documents
4 Steps: Overseas Documents → Malaysia
Watch our short video explaining the general four-step journey from an overseas document to submission in Malaysia.
How Do You Prepare a Malaysian Document for Overseas Use?
Depending on the document, destination country and receiving organisation, the process may involve authentication or notarisation, MOFA Malaysia legalisation, certified translation and embassy or high commission attestation.
Not every Malaysian document requires every stage. The exact requirements should be confirmed before processing begins.
From a Malaysian Document to Use Overseas
The applicable stages depend on the document, destination country and requirements of the overseas receiving organisation.
Your Malaysian Document
Start with the original Malaysian-issued document that will be used overseas. Confirm the destination country and the organisation that will receive the document.
Authentication / Notarisation — Where Required
Depending on the type of document and the requirements of the destination, authentication or notarisation may be required before further legalisation.
MOFA Malaysia Legalisation — Where Required
Where required, the document may proceed for legalisation through Malaysia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), commonly known as Wisma Putra.
Certified Translation — Where Required
Where translation is required, the document can be translated from the source language into the language requested by the receiving organisation.
Embassy / High Commission & Overseas Use
Where required, the document may proceed to the relevant embassy or high commission for attestation or legalisation before submission to the receiving organisation overseas.
Malaysian Documents Commonly Used Overseas
Malaysian documents that may require translation, authentication or legalisation for international use include:
- Birth Certificates
- Marriage Certificates
- Degrees & Diplomas
- Academic Transcripts
- Police Clearance Certificates
- Employment Documents
- Company Registration Documents
- Powers of Attorney
- Commercial Contracts
- Business Agreements
- Single Status Documents
- Statutory Declarations
- Legal Documents
- Other Official Documents
Need Help With Malaysian Documents While You Are Overseas?
If you are currently outside Malaysia, you can send us clear copies of your documents for an initial review together with the destination country and the name of the organisation that will receive them.
We can review the information provided and advise on the relevant translation and document-processing services.
5 Steps: Malaysian Documents → Overseas
Watch our short video explaining the general process for preparing Malaysian documents for overseas use.
Does Your Document Also Need Certified Translation?
Certified translation and document legalisation are separate services. Depending on where your document was issued and where it will be used, you may require certified translation, legalisation, or both.
For overseas documents being used in Malaysia, the receiving organisation may require translation into English or Bahasa Malaysia. For Malaysian documents being used overseas, the required language depends on the destination and receiving organisation.
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Document Translation & Legalisation Malaysia FAQs
Select the questions relevant to the direction in which your document will be used.
Overseas Documents → Use in Malaysia
How do I use an overseas document in Malaysia?
The requirements depend on the document and the Malaysian organisation receiving it. An overseas document may require authentication or legalisation and, where applicable, a certified translation into English or Bahasa Malaysia.
Does every overseas document need legalisation before use in Malaysia?
No. Some organisations may require authentication or legalisation while others may not. Requirements vary according to the document, country of issue and receiving organisation.
When does an overseas document need certified translation?
If the document is not in a language accepted by the receiving organisation, a certified translation may be required. The required language should be confirmed with the receiving organisation.
Can an overseas document be translated into English or Bahasa Malaysia?
Where certified translation is required, the appropriate target language depends on the requirements of the Malaysian organisation receiving the document.
Where are overseas documents submitted in Malaysia?
Depending on their intended use, documents may be submitted to government authorities, immigration-related organisations, educational institutions, banks, employers, companies or other receiving organisations in Malaysia.
Malaysian Documents → Use Overseas
How do I prepare a Malaysian document for use overseas?
Depending on the destination and receiving organisation, the document may require authentication or notarisation, MOFA Malaysia legalisation, certified translation and/or embassy or high commission attestation.
Does every Malaysian document require the same legalisation process?
No. Different documents, destination countries and receiving organisations can have different requirements. Not every document requires every stage.
What is Wisma Putra?
Wisma Putra is the commonly used name for Malaysia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. MOFA legalisation may form part of the process for eligible Malaysian documents intended for overseas use.
Does every Malaysian document need embassy or high commission attestation?
No. Embassy or high commission requirements depend on the destination country, document and receiving organisation.
Do I always need notarisation?
No. Whether notarisation or another authentication stage is required depends on the document and the requirements applicable to its intended use.
General Questions
Is certified translation the same as document legalisation?
No. Certified translation concerns the translation and certification of a document. Document legalisation concerns authentication for its intended use. Depending on the case, one or both services may be required.
Can Wawasan Destiny Translations review my documents before I proceed?
Yes. Send us a clear copy of your document and tell us where it was issued, the language required and where it will be used. We can review the information and advise on the relevant services.
How long does document legalisation take?
Processing time depends on the document, authorities involved, destination and receiving-organisation requirements. An estimated timeline can be provided after the case is reviewed.
How much does document legalisation cost?
The cost depends on the document and the processing stages required. A quotation can be provided after reviewing the document and its intended use.
Not Sure Which Document Process You Need?
Send us your document and tell us where it was issued, the language required and where it will be used. We will review your requirements and advise on the relevant translation and document-processing services.
Send Your Document for Review