recognized document
[/ˈrekəɡnaɪzd ˈdɑkjəmənt/]
noun phrasepl: recognized documents
documento reconhecido
1. A document that has been officially acknowledged, verified, or accepted by a competent authority or institution
The university diploma is a recognized document for employment purposes.
O diploma universitário é um documento reconhecido para fins de emprego.
2. A document whose authenticity and legal validity have been officially confirmed
The contract became a recognized document after notarization.
O contrato tornou-se um documento reconhecido após a autenticação notarial.
3. A document accepted internationally or by multiple jurisdictions as valid and legitimate
A passport is a recognized document for international travel.
Um passaporte é um documento reconhecido para viagens internacionais.
In Brazil, the concept of 'documento reconhecido' is essential in legal transactions, requiring notarization through a 'tabelião' (notary public). In the USA, recognized documents are central to credentialing systems, immigration, and professional licensing. The term carries significant legal weight in both cultures and is often required for official processes.
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