Apostille of UK documents

Apostille of UK documents: essence, documents, purpose

Apostille of documents in the United Kingdom is an official confirmation of the validity of a British document for use in other countries that are parties to the 1961 Hague Convention. An apostille confirms the authenticity of the signature, the status of the person who signed the document and, if necessary, the authenticity of the seal or stamp on the document.

The list of documents that can be apostilled includes:

1. passport details (copies, notarised);
2. birth, marriage, divorce and death certificates;
3. diplomas and educational certificates;
4. certificates of no criminal record;
5. company incorporation documents;
6. powers of attorney, wills, contracts, etc.

An apostille is necessary for documents issued in the United Kingdom to be recognised as official by the legal and administrative authorities of other countries — for submission to courts, civil registry offices, consulates, when opening accounts, applying for a job or studying.

Apostille for British documents: how to obtain it quickly and legally

In order for the client's documents to become legally valid internationally, the lawyers of the Consultant legal marketplace provide full support for the apostille procedure in the United Kingdom.

Actions taken by lawyers to prepare documents for apostille:

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  checking documents for compliance with apostille requirements;
• consulting on the need for notarisation or translation;
• organising notarisation of copies or translations (if necessary);
• preparing the correct set of documents for submission to the Legalisation Office in the United Kingdom.

As a result of these actions, the client will receive a set of documents ready for legalisation by affixing an apostille.

Legal support for apostille certification of documents in the United Kingdom

Lawyers ensure accurate and secure completion of the apostille procedure, minimising the risk of delays and refusals.

Actions taken by lawyers to obtain an apostille for the client's documents:

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  submitting documents to the Legalisation Office of the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO);
• monitoring the status of document review;
• receiving apostilled documents after completion of the verification process.

As a result of these actions, the client will receive official documents with an apostille that are recognised abroad.

Delivery of apostilled documents outside the United Kingdom

The Consultant legal marketplace helps clients who are abroad to obtain their apostilled documents without any problems.

Actions taken by lawyers to deliver apostilled documents to the client:

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  agreeing with the client on the method and address of delivery;
• selecting a reliable international courier service;
• tracking the shipment and monitoring its receipt.

As a result of these actions, the client will receive their apostilled documents in any country in the world without having to visit the United Kingdom in person.