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What is legalisation and why do you need it?

Legalisation is the process of authenticating a signature, seal or stamp that appears in a document. The Apostille is a legalisation certificate that authenticates a British document for use in another country. The apostille is valid in all countries that signed the Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement for Legalisation for Foreign Public Documents (5 October 1961).

See our legalisation blog page for information on our simple application process.

In summary, countries that are signatories to the Hague Convention 1961 have agreed to do away with the lengthy legalisation process via the foreign consulates and embassies and accept documents with the Apostille only as authentic for use in another Signatory country. We can help you get an apostille on a range of documents within the same day.

Some documents will need to be certified by a UK practising solicitor or notary public before they can be legalised. This can vary depending on the country's destination as some countries only accept Notaries when it comes to document legalisation requirements. Our team can guide you regarding this so that your application is accepted when you facilitate your transactions abroad. You must get things right the first time; if not, it could lead to restarting the process and further fees could be placed upon you. Helping you comply with international rules and saving you money is very important to our company and that’s why customers choose our services.

If you are unsure if your document needs prior certification please contact us. We also focus on delivering exceptional customer service, ensuring prompt and efficient assistance to our valued clients while maintaining affordable rates.

With an Apostille certificate, a document is entitled to recognition in the country of intended use and there is no requirement for further certification or legalisation by the country’s nearest Embassy or Consulate in the UK. In case your destination country is not a participant in the Hague Convention, you will need to obtain an apostille stamp on your document first and then proceed to have it certified by the Embassy or consulate of that country in the UK.

We are pleased to provide comprehensive postage services, both for domestic and international destinations, catering to the needs of our valued clients. Whether you are located within the United Kingdom or abroad, you can rely on our dedicated team to assist and guide you through the specific requirements applicable in your country of residence.

Our commitment to customer satisfaction is unwavering. We keep our clients well-informed with regular updates, ensuring they feel at ease throughout the entire process, from order placement to the prompt handling of submissions, postage, and notarial services. It's essential to verify the Apostille when dealing with international documents to ensure that they will be recognised and accepted by the authorities or organisations in the foreign country where you plan to use them. After we legalise documents we also show clients the steps required to verify their apostilles online and present this to the foreign authority for better transparency. The more informed our clients are, the better their international dealings when facilitating new transactions abroad.

Rest assured, when it comes to international postage, we exercise the utmost diligence by exclusively utilizing secure and reputable channels. In certain circumstances, it may be necessary for us to receive the original documents at our office address. However, please be assured that we will promptly communicate this requirement upon receipt of your order, ensuring a seamless and transparent experience for you. Your peace of mind is our priority.

We have prepared a comprehensive list of documents below where you can find the type of documents we can legalise and assist you with. At the products page your also have full information on what service you can choose when making an order online. Our e-Apostille and e-POA service is now live and you can sign most statutory declarations and power of attorneys from the comfort of your sofa.

Here is a list of documents that we can help you legalise:

• Certificates of Naturalisation

• Birth certificates

• Marriage certificates

• Death certificates

• Adoption certificates

• Divorce certificates

• Certificate of no impediment to marriage

• Name change documents

• Educational Documents

• Degree certificates

• Diploma certificates

• Transcripts

• School/college/university reports

• Qualification certificates

• Legal Documents

• Power of attorney

• Affidavits

• Declarations

• Statutory declarations

• Notarial acts

• Court documents

• Commercial Documents

• Certificates of incorporation

• Memorandum and articles of association

• Patents and Trademarks

• Import/export certificates

• Commercial agreements

• Certificates of good standing

• Police certificate

• DBS Certificates

• Identity documents (e.g., passports, driving licenses)

• Social security documents

• Tax Returns or HMRC Tax residence Certificates

• Vehicle exporting documents i.e. logbook