Ukrainian documents for the USA
An apostille and a notarized English translation — for immigration, study, work and court matters in the United States. We obtain duplicate certificates and police clearance without you travelling to Ukraine.
What you need: an apostille and a notarized translation
An apostille goes only on an original with no lamination or corrections. If a document is old or damaged, we obtain a duplicate certificate with an apostille — 7,200 UAH, 2–2.5 weeks.
What people come to us with
Immigration and USCIS
For USCIS — green card, visas, US citizenship: birth, marriage and divorce certificates, a police clearance certificate. USCIS accepts an English translation with the translator’s signed certification (certified translation); notarization of the translation is not required. We will tell you before you order whether an apostille is needed.
Study and credential evaluation
A diploma, supplement or school leaving certificate with the Ministry of Education apostille. For evaluation — translations for WES.
Work and licensing
A diploma, the employment record book, employer references — for an employer or a licensing board.
Family and court
A court decision on divorce or children, a power of attorney — with the Ministry of Justice apostille.
Other countries
Germany
Apostilles, duplicates, and an honest word on sworn translation.
Italy
A legalised Italian translation with a double apostille.
Canada
For submissions in Canada, our separate company Global Lingo Canada handles your documents.
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Frequently asked questions
Do Ukrainian documents need an apostille for the USA?
Yes. The apostille is placed on the original in Ukraine, and the document is then translated into English together with the apostille and certified by a notary.
How much does it cost?
A Ministry of Justice apostille is 1,200 UAH, a Ministry of Education apostille from 1,600 UAH. Translation from 500 UAH, notarization 500 UAH. We confirm the exact amount from photos.
How long does it take?
A Ministry of Justice apostille takes about two weeks; the notarized translation usually one business day. Then delivery to the US.
Do I have to travel to Ukraine?
No. We obtain duplicate certificates and police clearance without you, and a document you already have can be sent by Nova Poshta. We send the finished documents to the US.
What if I have a US document for use in Ukraine?
Then the apostille is placed in the US, in the state that issued the document. Once it has one, we translate it into Ukrainian and have the translation notarized.
We work across Ukraine and abroad
You do not need to come to Zhytomyr. Send a photo or scan by WhatsApp, Telegram or email, and we will tell you exactly what is needed and how long it will take. Finished documents go by Nova Poshta to any address in Ukraine or abroad.
Hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–16:00 (EET)
Phone: +380 98 748 2944 (office) · +380 96 221 3310
Telegram: @global_lingo_ukraine
WhatsApp: +380 96 221 3310
Send us a photo of your document
We will confirm the price and turnaround within one business day