Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions Legalization for Use in Kuwait

When conducting business with entities or government authorities in Kuwait, Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions issued in the United States must be properly legalized to ensure their acceptance under Kuwaiti law.
The Embassy of Kuwait in Washington, D.C. provides official legalization services for these company documents, confirming their authenticity for legal, administrative, and business purposes.

Legalization Process

Each Affidavit or Corporate Resolution must complete a series of authentication steps before submission to the Embassy of Kuwait:

  1. Notarization – The document must be notarized by a licensed notary public in the U.S.

  2. State Certification – The Secretary of State in the issuing state certifies the notarized document.

  3. Federal Authentication – The U.S. Department of State may authenticate the document (if required).

  4. Chamber Certification – The U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce affixes its certification.

  5. Embassy Legalization – The Embassy of Kuwait in Washington, D.C. applies the final legalization seal.

This process ensures that the documents are fully recognized and enforceable in Kuwait for official, legal, or corporate use.

Notarized Company Document Processing Time & Fees.

Service Fees Processing Time
Service fee $90 -
Maryland notary, court and state fees $15 1
U.S. Department of State fee $20 9
Embassy of Kuwait fee $25 6
Total $150 16 business days

Company Documents Certified by a Secretary of State Processing Time & Fees.

Service Fees Processing Time
Service fee $90 -
U.S. Department of State fee $20 9
Embassy of Kuwait fee $25 6
Total $135 15 business days

What Are Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions?

Affidavits are sworn statements of fact, verified by a notary public, and often used to confirm company decisions, representations, or authorizations.

Corporate Resolutions are formal documents adopted by a company’s board of directors or shareholders to authorize key decisions such as:

  • Appointing representatives or signatories

  • Approving international agreements or investments

  • Establishing branches or partnerships abroad

  • Executing contracts or financial commitments

For these documents to be valid in Kuwait, they must undergo full legalization to confirm their authenticity and legal standing under Kuwaiti regulations.

When Legalization Is Required in Kuwait

Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions are typically required in Kuwait for:

  • Registering a branch or representative office

  • Executing business contracts or joint ventures

  • Opening corporate bank accounts

  • Submitting documents to Kuwaiti ministries or regulatory authorities

  • Participating in tenders, mergers, or acquisitions

Legalization assures Kuwaiti authorities that these corporate documents originate from a verified U.S. entity and carry legal authority.

Start Legalizing Your Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions Today

The Embassy of Kuwait in Washington, D.C. facilitates complete legalization services for Affidavits and Corporate Resolutions.
Our process ensures your company’s documents are authenticated, certified, and accepted by all relevant institutions in Kuwait.