Apostille & Document Legalisation for Other Countries
Requirements outside the destinations listed above depend on whether the receiving country is a party to the Hague Apostille Convention. An apostille may be sufficient, while some countries also require legalisation through their embassy or consulate in London. The destination, document type and receiving authority should therefore be confirmed before the process begins.
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Power of Attorney
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Powers of Attorney usually need to be signed in the presence of a solicitor or notary and then apostilled before they can be used in the destination country. The exact wording, the witnessing requirements and whether embassy legalisation is also needed depend on the authority in the destination country receiving the document.
An English or Welsh Lasting Power of Attorney is a separate legal instrument. See the Lasting Powers of Attorney service.
Declarations
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Statutory declarations, affidavits and similar documents must be signed before an authorised legal professional before an apostille can be obtained for use in the destination country. The wording should be checked against the requirements of the authority in the destination country receiving the declaration, as these often specify particular phrasing or supporting identification.
Degree & Transcript Verification
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Degree certificates and academic transcripts normally need to be verified or certified before they can be apostilled for use in the destination country. Some universities issue a verified copy directly, while others require confirmation from the awarding body. Requirements vary between employers, professional bodies and immigration authorities in the destination country.
Birth, Marriage & Death Certificates
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UK birth, marriage and death certificates must normally be original or certified copies issued by the relevant register office before they can be apostilled for use in the destination country. Photocopies are not usually accepted unless the authority in the destination country specifically allows a solicitor-certified copy.
Travel Consent Forms
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Travel consent forms for children travelling to the destination country are usually signed by the parent or parents before a solicitor, who certifies the signatures and identification before the document is apostilled. Border and airline requirements in the destination country can vary, so the wording and any supporting documents should be confirmed before travel.
Company Documents
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Company documents such as certificates of incorporation, certificates of good standing, board resolutions and articles of association generally need to be certified by a solicitor or issued as official Companies House copies before being apostilled for use in the destination country. Commercial documents may attract different embassy fees and requirements from personal documents.
ACRO, DBS & Police Certificates
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ACRO police certificates and DBS checks are commonly required for work visas, residency and employment in the destination country. They are usually certified by a solicitor before being apostilled, and some authorities in the destination country require the certificate to have been issued within a recent period, often three to six months.
Other Documents
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Many other UK documents, including passport copies, bank statements, medical records, court documents and letters of no objection, can be certified and apostilled for use in the destination country. Get in touch with details of your document and I will confirm what is needed.
Multiple Documents
Solicitor Certification + Apostille
- First document
- £120
- Each additional document
- £20
Notarisation + Apostille
- First document
- £180
- Each additional document
- £30
No VAT
Apostille-only work remains £90 per document. Applicable FCDO, government, embassy, consular, translation, courier or other third-party fees are separate where applicable.
Document Drafting — £100
Need a document prepared before it is certified or legalised?
I can assist with drafting certain documents, including Powers of Attorney, declarations and travel consent forms, where appropriate. The fee is £100 per document.
Certification, notarisation, apostille and third-party fees are charged separately. Complex or bespoke documents may use the alternative fee structure shown on the Legal Document Drafting page.
FCDO-Registered Signature
My signature is registered with the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) for document legalisation purposes. Where eligible, documents I certify or sign can be submitted to the FCDO Legalisation Office for verification and apostille.
The FCDO Legalisation Office issues the apostille. Signature registration does not imply FCDO endorsement of the practice or make every document eligible.
How it works
- 1
Tell us what document you have
I confirm the appropriate route for the document and receiving authority.
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Draft or certify the document
Where required, the document can be drafted, certified by a solicitor or notarised.
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FCDO Apostille
Eligible documents are submitted to the FCDO Legalisation Office.
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Receive your legalised document
The document is returned to you once the relevant process is complete.
Apostille Requirements for Documents Used in Other Countries
Requirements outside the destinations listed above depend on whether the receiving country is a party to the Hague Apostille Convention. An apostille may be sufficient, while some countries also require legalisation through their embassy or consulate in London. The destination, document type and receiving authority should therefore be confirmed before the process begins.
Requirements and consular fees vary by country and by whether a document is personal or commercial. I can confirm the appropriate process once I know where the document will be used and which authority will receive it.
Embassy or Consulate in London
The relevant embassy or consulate depends on the destination country — I can confirm the correct address once the destination is known.
Call to confirm the correct embassy
The FCDO Legalisation Office can also be contacted on 0370 000 2244 for apostille enquiries.
Separate embassy or consular fees
Embassy fees vary by country and by whether a document is personal or commercial — confirmed on request.
These are third-party charges, not AJ W. E. Bennetts’ service fees. Confirm the current amount with the relevant authority before submission.
Personal Documents
Powers of Attorney, declarations, academic records, civil-status certificates, travel consent forms and police certificates intended for use in other countries.
Commercial & Company Documents
Company records, corporate Powers of Attorney, resolutions, declarations and contracts may have different signing and evidential requirements. Confirm the required form with the receiving authority.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an apostille or embassy legalisation?
It depends on whether the destination country is a party to the Hague Apostille Convention and on the receiving authority. Some countries accept an apostille alone; others also require legalisation by their embassy or consulate in London. I can confirm the process once the destination is known.
Does my document need to be certified by a solicitor first?
Original civil status certificates issued by a register office can usually be apostilled directly. Copies, privately prepared documents such as Powers of Attorney or declarations, and many academic and company documents normally need to be certified or witnessed by a solicitor or notary before the FCDO will apostille them.
How much does it cost?
My service fees are £90 per document for apostille only, £120 per document for solicitor certification plus apostille, £180 per document for notarisation plus apostille, and £100 for eligible straightforward document drafting. There is no VAT. FCDO, government, embassy, consular, translation, courier and other third-party charges are separate where applicable.
Can you guarantee the document will be accepted in other countries?
No. Acceptance is always a decision for the receiving authority. I recommend confirming the exact requirements, including wording and any translation, with the authority before the document is prepared.
Last reviewed
Last reviewed: September 2026. Requirements for documents intended for use in Other Countries can change and may vary depending on the receiving authority. Please confirm current requirements before submitting your documents.
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