How it works for overseas customers
1
Upload ans post your documents
Upload your PDFs or scanned originals by email for a pre-check, then post the original documents for Apostille/legalisation.
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Certification (if required)
Our solicitor verifies and certifies your documents to meet FCDO requirements.
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Apostille issuance
The documents are submitted to the FCDO for official apostille legalisation.
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Receive your documents
Receive your physical documents via international courier or securely download them as an e-Apostille.
Which documents can be legalised
The Apostille certifies the authenticity of UK-issued documents so they can be legally recognised abroad in all Hague Convention member countries. Below are the most common types of documents that require Apostille legalisation.
1. Birth, marriage, or death certificates
These essential civil status documents are often required for visa applications, immigration, family matters, or official registrations abroad.
Apostilling these certificates ensures that foreign authorities recognise them as genuine and legally valid.
2. Academic diplomas and transcripts
University diplomas, college certificates, transcripts, and other academic records often require legalisation for study, employment, or professional registration overseas.
An Apostille verifies their authenticity, ensuring acceptance by universities, employers, and professional bodies abroad.
3. Powers of attorney, affidavits, and legal contracts
Legal documents such as powers of attorney, affidavits, and contracts frequently need Apostilles to be recognised by courts, government agencies, or business partners overseas.
This certification confirms that the documents are officially executed and legally valid for international use.
4. Corporate and business documents
Company registration certificates, articles of association, shareholder agreements, contracts, and financial statements often require Apostilles when:
- Conducting international business
- Opening overseas bank accounts
- Complying with foreign corporate regulations
Legalising all related business documents together saves time and ensures seamless recognition abroad.
Benefits for overseas customers
Fully remote service
Our Apostille service is designed specifically for customers living outside the UK. There’s no need to travel or visit an office — simply submit your documents via email or our secure online portal, and we’ll manage the entire Apostille legalisation process on your behalf.
This convenient remote service saves you time, travel costs, and administrative hassle, ensuring a smooth, efficient experience wherever you are.
Secure document handling
We treat every document with the highest level of care and confidentiality. Each submission is carefully checked, certified when necessary, and tracked throughout the entire process.
Whether you’re sending scanned PDFs or original documents by courier, you can be confident your documents are handled with precision, security, and professionalism at every step.
Fast processing
We understand that overseas clients often require documents urgently. That’s why we offer both standard and express Apostille options.
Your documents are prioritised for FCDO processing, ensuring that your Apostille is issued as quickly as possible, helping you meet international deadlines with confidence.
Recognised internationally
All Apostilles issued by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) are valid in all Hague Convention countries.
This means your birth certificates, academic qualifications, legal papers, and corporate documents are officially recognised worldwide — accepted by foreign authorities, universities, employers, and government institutions abroad.
Have questions?
Do you have questions about the apostille process, document legalisation, or embassy attestation? Our experienced specialists are here to provide clear answers and guide you step by step through every stage of the process — from preparing your documents to obtaining official stamps and certifications. With years of expertise in apostille services, document legalisation, and embassy attestation, we’ve helped individuals, families, and businesses quickly and securely legalise documents for international use. Whether you need an apostille for personal, academic, or corporate documents, our team ensures your paperwork meets all UK and foreign embassy requirements for recognition abroad.
