Services

Apostille and legalisation of Italian deeds of incorporation and articles of association

Studio A&P provides assistance with Italian deed of incorporation legalisation and the preparation of articles of association for use abroad.

We review the requirements of the foreign authority, bank or organisation, identify the appropriate documents and copies, and coordinate apostille, consular legalisation and translation.

Send us the overseas instructions and your available documents so we can assess the necessary steps and prepare a quotation.

OVERVIEW

The procedure depends on the destination country, the requirements of the foreign organisation and the signature on the documents. We assess these elements before arranging the necessary copies, authentication and translation.

Which country the service is available for:

Italy

Document review and preparation

We start with the instructions from the foreign authority, bank, notary or business partner. We check whether you need the deed of incorporation, the current articles of association, attachments or specific amendments.

If the application requires the current articles, we review the available documentation and the effective dates of relevant amendments.

We then assess whether you need a simple copy, a copy with Chamber of Commerce certification or a notarial certified true copy. Depending on document availability and the agreed scope, we can coordinate retrieval from the Italian Business Register, the notary holding the original deed or the relevant Notarial Archive.

Assistance according to the destination country

The service covers Italian corporate documents for use abroad. We assess the necessary procedure according to the destination country and the requirements of the foreign authority or organisation.

The signature requiring authentication determines the competent Italian office. For a notarial signature, we check the relevant Public Prosecutor’s Office. For an apostille on a Chamber of Commerce signature, we check the competent Prefecture.

Where applicable, we also assess the need for an ex-UPICA certification. If the documents require consular legalisation, we coordinate the steps requested by the foreign diplomatic or consular representation.

Overseas applications and submission deadlines

You may need this service when registering a branch, establishing a subsidiary, opening a corporate bank account, participating in a tender or completing a due diligence process.

Contact us as soon as you receive the overseas document requirements. We estimate processing times after reviewing the documents and identifying the necessary formalities.

Timing depends on document availability and the schedules of the notary, Notarial Archive and other offices involved. Tell us about any urgent deadline at the outset so we can assess whether the necessary procedure fits your timeframe.

Coordinate copies, authentication and translation

A document suitable for an initial review may not meet the requirements for final submission abroad. The foreign organisation may require a particular version, a certified copy or a specific form of translation.

We review these requirements before coordinating the formalities. If you need a translation, we clarify its language, scope and certification, including whether it must cover attachments, copy certifications, apostilles, stamps and seals.

Our review may also identify additional corporate documents. We assess these separately when defining the engagement. Final acceptance remains subject to the foreign authority or organisation and the requirements of your application.

How the service works

  1. Initial review. We examine the overseas instructions and complete copies of your documents, including certifications, attachments and final pages. We identify any additional information before starting the formalities.
  2. Quotation. We outline the proposed activities, expected expenses and estimated timeframe, taking account of document retrieval and the offices involved.
  3. Preparation and formalities. Once you confirm the engagement, we coordinate the issue of copies and the agreed activities with the relevant professionals and authorities. The competent notary issues any necessary notarial certification.
  4. Translation and delivery. Where included, we coordinate translation and delivery in the agreed format.

Documents, information and costs

To help us assess your request, send us:

  • Company name, legal form and Italian tax code.
  • Destination country, receiving organisation, purpose and deadline.
  • Written instructions from the foreign bank, notary or authority.
  • Available deed of incorporation and articles of association, including certifications, signatures and attachments.
  • Details of the notarial deed, if known, and information about recent corporate amendments.
  • Required language, number of copies and paper or digital delivery requirements.

Costs depend on document searches, the issue of copies, the number of deeds, the required formalities and the length of the translation. The quotation specifies the treatment of administrative charges, notarial fees, consular fees and delivery expenses, including any exclusions.

Complete the contact form below or book a consultation with our team to discuss your documents and request a quotation.

Consultancy on legalization and apostille services in Italy

since 1998

Studio A&P offers professional consulting services to businesses and individuals.

Studio A&P supports companies and individuals with their activities in Italy and Worldwide, providing specialized assistance in global mobility of workers, Italian and international taxation.

since 1998
years of
experience
0
clients trusted
A&P in 2025
0

We are providers for:

F.A.Q. about the service

Yes. We can coordinate the search for the Notarial Archive holding the deed and the request for the appropriate copy.

Please send the complete PDF for the initial assessment. Its suitability for the procedure depends on its signature, certification, format and the overseas requirements.

We assess this according to the overseas instructions and the composition of the copy. Do not assume that one apostille will cover separate documents.

The engagement can cover only the necessary steps, following a review of the available documents.

Discover more about this topic with our guides

Highlighted info-sheet
Find out more about the legalization of documents that are issued in a foreign country and have to be valid in Italy or abroad.
Highlighted info-sheet
Find out more about how the legalisation of documents in Italy works (for those that are issued and need to be validated for use abroad).

Contact us for assistance

Fill out the form below to request a personalized quote directly. Our experts will get back to you within 2 business days.

Latest insight from the A&P Team

Documents to be Legalized

Italian companies may need to submit their deed of incorporation, current articles of association or both when opening a branch abroad, establishing a banking relationship or completing a corporate transaction....

Sworn Translations
Learn about sworn translations in Italy to grant legal validity to your documents: applicable procedures and how to obtain them....
Resident Art 4 OECD
The Italian tax residence certificate is issued by the Italian Revenue Agency and certifies that the applicant is resident in Italy for tax purposes in the relevant period, for the...

A&P Services that might interest you

Legalisation and Notarial Law

Legalization and Apostille Services in Italy Document legalization means to provide legal effectiveness of a document for its use in a foreign Country. Based on your specific case, you might...

Latest news from the A&P Team

Legalisation and Notarial Law
Legitimate dismissal for just cause if the medical certificate issued abroad is without an apostille....
Documents to be Legalized
The rules for the apostille of public documents drawn up by the French authorities have changed since 1 May, 2025....
Legalisation and Notarial Law
The Apostille system entered into force in Saudi Arabia after the Country approved the Hague Convention on April 2022....