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The Authorization Letter To Claim Apostille is a crucial document in the Philippine legal framework, particularly since the country's accession to the Apostille Convention in 2019. This document becomes necessary when an individual or organization needs to authorize a representative to collect apostilled documents from the Department of Foreign Affairs or other authorized agencies. The letter is commonly used for various international transactions including education, employment, business, and immigration purposes. It must contain specific elements required by Philippine law, including clear identification of all parties involved, explicit authorization language, and proper notarization. The document streamlines the apostille claiming process by allowing designated representatives to act on behalf of the principal, particularly useful when the principal cannot personally appear to claim the apostilled documents. The letter must comply with both domestic Philippine legal requirements and international standards established by the Apostille Convention.

1. Date and Place: Current date and location where the letter is being executed

2. Principal's Information: Complete name, address, and identification details of the person granting the authority

3. Agent's Information: Complete name, address, and identification details of the person being authorized to claim the apostille

4. Document Details: Specific identification and description of the document(s) requiring apostille certification

5. Authorization Statement: Clear and explicit statement of the authority being granted to claim and receive the apostilled documents

6. Purpose Declaration: Statement indicating the intended use or purpose of the apostilled documents

7. Principal's Signature Block: Space for principal's signature, printed name, and date of signing

8. Notarial Section: Space for notary public's acknowledgment and certification