Q1005. What are the exact government statutory fees for standard and express same-day MFA document legalizations?

Answered by the NYC Visa & Translation legalization desk

For an exact statutory amount, use the latest fee schedule published by the Department of Consular Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Check which legalization category applies and whether an express option is currently available for your documents and submission office. Before calculating the total, confirm how chargeable items are counted, particularly when submitting both an original document and a translation. Separate government legalization charges from translation, agency, courier, and other private-service costs, and ask for an itemized quotation if using a provider. A common pitfall is mistaking an agent’s bundled package price for the official statutory fee. Verify the current fee schedule with the Department of Consular Affairs before filing.