Legalise your UK-issued documents for international use — without travelling to the UK.
What is a UK Apostille for overseas documents?
A UK Apostille is an official certificate issued by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) confirming the authenticity of a UK document for use abroad.
It verifies the signature, seal, or stamp on your document, allowing it to be legally recognised in all countries that are members of the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention.
If you live or work outside the UK and need to present a British document abroad — such as a birth certificate, degree, power of attorney, or company registration document — it usually must be legalised with an Apostille to be accepted by foreign authorities.
For documents issued overseas, a UK notary public can first certify the document, after which it can be Apostilled by the FCDO. This ensures that even international or cross-border documents are properly validated for official use.
Our Overseas Apostille Service allows you to complete the entire process remotely — no need to visit the UK. Whether you’re abroad for study, employment, relocation, or business, we handle every stage for you securely, efficiently, and in full compliance with FCDO standards.
How it works (step-by-step)
1
Send your documents
Email us your UK-issued documents as scanned PDFs or digital copies. You can include any specific instructions or deadlines. Our secure submission system ensures full data protection.
2
Solicitor certification (if required)
If your documents are not already signed by a public official, our qualified UK solicitor can certify them to meet FCDO legalisation standards. This ensures your documents are valid for apostille processing.
3
Apostille issuance
Once prepared, your documents are submitted to the FCDO for official apostille legalisation. We handle the entire process, ensuring compliance and preventing rejection due to errors.
4
Receive your documents
After legalisation, you will receive your apostilled documents via secure international courier or as a digital e-Apostille (PDF format) ready to use immediately.
Which documents can be legalised
We can arrange apostilles for most official UK-issued or solicitor-certified documents, including:
- Birth, marriage & death certificates – For visa, immigration, or family registration abroad.
- Academic certificates & transcripts – For study, employment, or professional qualification recognition.
- Powers of attorney & legal documents – For property sales, court use, or representation abroad.
- Corporate & Business Documents – For company registration, contracts, or banking overseas.
- Medical certificates – For employment, travel, or healthcare-related purposes.
- Certificates of no impediment & police checks (DBS) – For marriage, visa, or background verification abroad.
Not sure if your document qualifies? Our specialists can check and confirm eligibility before you apply.
Important information for overseas clients
Documents must be UK-issued or certified by a UK Solicitor/Notary Public.
Scanned copies arent accepted for e-Apostille applications.
For paper documents, we provide courier assistance both ways.
If your solicitor’s signature is not registered with the FCDO, our team can assist with registration.
All data and documents are handled in full compliance with UK privacy laws (GDPR).
Have questions?
Do you need to legalise your UK documents while living abroad? Our expert team specialises in assisting overseas clients with the complete apostille process — fully online and hassle-free. We provide clear, step-by-step guidance, from document preparation and solicitor certification to obtaining the official FCDO apostille or embassy attestation. With years of experience in UK legalisation and international documentation, we’ve helped clients worldwide ensure their personal, academic, and corporate papers are officially recognised abroad. Wherever you are, we make the process fast, secure, and fully compliant with UK and foreign authority requirements.
