What Is a Birth Certificate?
A birth certificate is an official record of a person’s birth, issued by the General Register Office (GRO) or a local register office. It’s one of the most commonly legalised documents, often required for visa applications, dual citizenship, or marriage abroad.
Why Legalise a Birth Certificate?
If you need to use your UK birth certificate in another country, it must be legalised (apostilled) to confirm its authenticity under the Hague Convention of 1961. This ensures the foreign authority recognises the document as genuine.
How to Get It Legalised
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Obtain an original or certified copy issued by the GRO or local registrar (photocopies are not accepted).
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Check the signature — it must be from an authorised registrar.
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Place order online for an apostille.
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If required by the destination country, have it attested by the embassy.
The Hague Apostille can handle the entire process — from document verification to FCDO legalisation — saving you time and hassle.
Place your order online and send us your document today.