What légalisation is for
Légalisation of a signature (تصحيح الإمضاء) confirms that you are the one who signed the document. The officer checks who you are; they do not check what the document says, which stays your responsibility.
Where to go
- To the légalisation office of the commune or arrondissement, usually the one nearest your home.
- Moroccans living abroad: to the Moroccan consulate in their country of residence.
What to bring
- Your original national ID card (CNIE), still valid (a foreign resident brings their residence card or passport).
- The printed document, not yet signed: you sign it in front of the officer.
- For a contract, each signer comes with their own ID card. The parties can go together or one at a time.
How it goes
- Show your ID card and the document to the officer.
- Sign the document in front of them, and sometimes the office’s register as well.
- The officer puts the légalisation stamp on your signature.
- You pay a small fee for each signature.
How many copies
Each original copy needs its own légalisation. Print as many as you need before you go: for a contract, one for each party; for a file, ask how many originals are required. For plain copies, the same office can certify them as true copies of the original.
Tips
- Read the document again before signing: once it is legalised, any correction needs a new copy.
- Keep a copy of every legalised document.
- Opening hours and queues vary from one office to another: the morning is usually best.