- Procedure
- Consular legalization
- Translation
- English
Brazilian documents for Nigeria
Documents from Nigeria for use in Brazil
Documents issued in Nigeria must be legalized at the Brazilian consulate in the country of origin. Once in Brazil, if they are in another language, they need a sworn translation — which we produce.
Consular requirements change often. We always confirm current requirements before starting.
Frequently asked questions
Do Brazilian documents for Nigeria need an apostille?
No: Nigeria is not party to the Apostille Convention, so the document goes through consular legalization instead.
Do I need to translate documents for Nigeria?
Usually yes, into English. Some institutions accept the Brazilian sworn translation; others require a local translator. We confirm before starting.
How do I use a document from Nigeria in Brazil?
It must be legalized at the Brazilian consulate in Nigeria and, if it is in another language, receive a sworn translation in Brazil.