Documents Already Certified by a Secretary of State
If your corporate or business documents have already been certified by the Secretary of State in your state, the next step is authentication and legalization for use in Kuwait. USACC provides expert assistance to ensure your documents are fully recognized by Kuwaiti authorities.
Step 1: Authentication by the U.S. Department of State
Once your documents are certified at the state level, they require authentication from the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. This authentication confirms that your Secretary of State certification is genuine, a mandatory step before the documents can be legally accepted by the Embassy of Kuwait.
Step 2: Legalization by the Embassy of Kuwait
After the Department of State authentication, your documents must be legalized by the Embassy of Kuwait in Washington, D.C. This final step ensures your corporate documents comply with Kuwaiti legal requirements and are officially recognized for business and governmental purposes.
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 |
Why Choose USACC?
Expert Guidance: We handle each step of the authentication and legalization process accurately.
Time-Saving: Streamline your paperwork without visiting multiple offices.
Reliable Service: Your documents will meet Kuwaiti legal requirements for corporate use.
Ensure your corporate documents already certified by a Secretary of State are fully prepared for legal use in Kuwait with USACC’s professional assistance.