Volker Horch: An apostille is an international form of authentication which certifies the validity of a signature or official body. It also legally confirms the capacity in which the signatory has acted and, where applicable, the authenticity of any seal affixed to the document.
Volker Horch: An apostille is usually issued by a notary's office or a legal court.
Volker Horch: An apostille enables a Spanish notary to recognise a foreign document as legally valid. It is therefore required whenever a foreign buyer or seller is involved in the purchase or sale of a property.