| Destination | Apostille or legalization? |
|---|---|
| Document type | Is the current form eligible? |
| Translation | Which language and format? |
| Timing | Which speed makes sense? |
Which certificates are suitable
For international use, a current-form Georgian birth certificate is usually safest. Old handwritten and Soviet-era forms often cannot be apostilled directly.
What to do with an old certificate
The practical route is to review the old certificate, obtain a modern reissue and apostille the new document.
Translation
An apostille does not replace translation. Language and certification format depend on the destination and receiving authority.
Timing
Official standard apostille fees are GEL 30–150. If a reissue and translation are required, their timing is additional.
Frequently asked questions
Can the old “green booklet” be apostilled?
Usually not; a modern reissued certificate is generally required.
Will the translation need a second apostille?
Sometimes, depending on the receiving authority.
Can it be expedited?
Yes, but first confirm that the underlying document is suitable.
Source: Public Service Development Agency of Georgia. Official information