How do I Apostille my UK birth certificate?

How can I get an apostille on a birth certificate? To legalise a UK issued birth certificate requires you to send the original certificate to our office address. Please do not send a photocopy; we can only accept the original document or an official replacement document issued by the UK registry.

What is an Apostille birth certificate UK?

The Apostille is an official government issued certificate added to documents so they will be recognised in when presented in another country. Apostille Certificates issued in the UK will be accepted in the following countries without further legalisation – Apostille Countries.

Who can Apostille a document UK?

The UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office
The UK Foreign & Commonwealth Office is the only Competent Authority in the United Kingdom for issuing Apostilles. They sign and place their seal on the Apostille and attach this to the Notarial document or other public document which confirms its authenticity.

Can a solicitor Apostille a birth certificate?

Your solicitor may be able to get an apostille for you. Some solicitors and notary publics understand the apostille process and may be able to legalise your documents. However, it is most likely that they will take a few weeks as they do not have the procedures in place to process documents quickly.

How much is an apostille in UK?

Documents going to countries which are, or have been, part of the British Commonwealth seldom need legalisation nor, at present, do documents going to many parts of the United States. Many countries require only one certificate from the Foreign Office called an Apostille and this costs £30.00 per document.

How much does apostille cost UK?

The Foreign & Commonwealth Office charge £30 to affix an Apostille to a document. Their postal service usually takes 2 to 3 weeks. We can arrange this for you for a fee of £70 per document (including the FCO fee of £30, and courier fees), and this usually takes 4 to 5 days.

How long is apostille UK?

1-2 days
Most apostilles are issued in just 1-2 days. If you document has been signed by a UK solicitor or Notary Public it is advisable to check the document is certified correctly to prevent any delays in processing your document.

Where can I apostille my birth certificate?

Apostille Your Birth Certificate You will need to contact the State Registrar or the County Clerk where the birth took place. Make sure to request a ‘certified’ copy; this means that the county or state has endorsed that it is a valid copy.

How do I Apostille my UK birth certificate? How can I get an apostille on a birth certificate? To legalise a UK issued birth certificate requires you to send the original certificate to our office address. Please do not send a photocopy; we can only accept the original document or an official replacement document issued…