Obtain from a registrar a formal certificate of death.For apostille services, get in touch with the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) or an authorized organization.For apostille certification, submit the death certificate.If necessary, make sure the document is notarized.Usually, the certified death certificate is available within a few days.Don't submit electronic or photocopied documents for an apostille.

Asked to submit your United Kingdom documents in another country? You will need to get them apostilled first. The FCDO’s Legalization Office issues apostille certificates for documents in the UK. Globeia can help you get your documents apostilled whether you are currently in the UK or have already completed your move abroad. Get a fast turnaround on your birth certificate, marriage certificate, educational transcripts, or legal documents apostille by filling out the form below.

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Get Paper-based and e-Apostille from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office

You have the option of choosing between paper-based and electronic apostille for your documents. While Globeia can help you with both types, it is important that you check your destination country’s guidelines first. This is because some countries still use the physical form of legalization to verify foreign documents.

Paper-based Apostille:

Globeia will help you get a paper-based apostille certificate from the FCDO on your documents. Here are the steps to follow:

Get in touch with Globeia’s UK Apostille department to discuss your apostille requirements.
A Globeia representative will send you a detailed set of guidelines to get started.
Mail your UK-issued documents to Globeia.

Police character certificates, medical records, educational transcripts, and other documents physically signed by a solicitor or notary generally require a paper apostille certificate. We will submit your apostille request to the FCDO on your behalf and send regular updates on the status of your application.

e-Apostille

The e-apostille option works best for digital documents as you can simply send in the PDFs to the FCDO instead of having to courier your documents. Follow this simple 3-step process to start your application now:

Fill out the form below with your basic details, letting us know about the type and number of documents.
We will send you a secure link to upload your documents for Globeia’s processing.
The Globeia team will prepare your application and submit it to the FCDO’s online application platform.

This electronic alternative is acceptable for business invoices, contracts, power of attorney letters, and other similar documents that bear electronically issued signatures. We recommend asking the requesting authority if they accept e-apostille before you choose this option.

Trusted UK Apostille and Legalization Service

The Globeia team is available to answer any of your questions on how to get an apostille in the UK. Our support staff is trained to ensure the fastest processing time of your application so that you can get your documents apostilled ASAP.

Applying for a UK Apostille from abroad can be a lengthy process because you need to meet the FCDO’s requirements and submit any additional details when required. Save yourself the hassle of this back and forth by choosing Globeia as your trusted apostille certification provider in the UK.

The Legalization Office will physically apostille your documents within 5 working days. The e-apostille option is faster and the stamp is issued within 24-48 hours of application submission. While we send an email update as soon as the e-apostille is ready, the Globeia team can also help you receive your apostilled documents anywhere around the world if you choose the paper-based option.

Apostille Your Birth Certificate, Marriage Certificate, or Other Documents in the UK

You will need to prepare your UK-issued documents whether you are moving in search of a job, looking to retire, pursuing better academic opportunities, or simply planning to reunite with your loved ones.

Forget trying to make sense of the FCDO’s apostille application process because now you have access to Globeia’s expertise. The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office is the only British authority with the power to issue apostille on documents. Our completely online application process allows fast and secure document submission for the FCDO’s approval.

We cover all document types in our highly affordable service for both single and multiple documents apostille. A Globeia representative will be assigned to your case, ensuring that your application is completely in line with the Hague Convention guidelines.

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What is an apostille?

Apostille Stamps and Apostille Certificates serve as formal declarations that a document is authentic and acceptable for usage abroad.

Are there any other options for legalizing documents except apostille?

Yes, embassy legalization may serve as a substitute for an apostille for document verification, depending on the country of destination. Examine the nation of the destination's particular needs.

How much time does it take to apostille documents in the UK?

Standard service typically takes around 5 days, but e-apostille can only take 2 business days. There are services available for expedited processing.

Which documents are acceptable for the UK apostille?

Apostilled documents can include birth certificates, marriage certificates, diplomas from educational institutions, and legal documents.

Can I get an apostille online?

Yes, you can typically get an apostille online from a recognized government department or authentication provider like Globeia.

How do you get a document apostille in the UK?

Notarize: Ask a certified notary public in the UK to notarize your document. Find Responsible Authority: The UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) frequently serves as the chosen governing body for apostilles in the country.

Send to FCO: Fill out the FCO application form and send it with the document that has been notarized.

Pay Fees: Pay the appropriate apostille fees.

Wait for Processing: Give the FCO enough time to process your document and attach the apostille.

Obtain the Appropriated Document: Get your apostilled documents back or pick them up from the FCO.

Can a notary,solicitor, or lawyer apostille a document?

No, the only organization authorized to apostille documents in the UK is the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) of the United Kingdom. The document needs to be notarized by a solicitor or lawyer and then submitted to the FCO for an apostille certification.

How to get a death certificate apostille?

Obtain from a registrar a formal certificate of death. For apostille services, get in touch with the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) or an authorized organization. For apostille certification, submit the death certificate. If necessary, make sure the document is notarized. Usually, the certified death certificate is available within a few days. Don't submit electronic or photocopied documents for an apostille.

What is an apostille stamp?

An official certification verifying a document's authenticity for use internationally is known as an apostille stamp. It simplifies international document acceptance.

How can I apostille a document?

After notarization, submit the document for apostille certification to the appropriate authorities, such as the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).

What countries require an apostille?

An apostille is typically required for document validation in countries that are parties to the Hague Apostille Convention. Verify the apostille requirements with the relevant country.

Who can apostille a document in the UK?

Documents can be apostilled in the UK by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO). Lawyers or solicitors are unable to offer apostille services on their own.

Is notarized the same as apostille?

No, the apostille and notarization are two different procedures. An apostille is a certification for use overseas that is completed by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) or another authorized organization, whereas notarization is performed by a notary public.

What is an apostille document?

An apostille is an official certification confirming the authenticity of a document for international use.