If you’ve been asked to “get your document apostilled,” you might wonder what that means.
An apostille is an official certificate issued by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) confirming that a document is genuine and can be recognised in another country.

The apostille verifies the signature, stamp, or seal of a UK public official (for example, a solicitor, notary public, or registrar). Once attached, your document is valid for use in countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention.

You might need an apostille for:

• Birth, marriage, or death certificates used abroad

• Company registration or incorporation documents

• Academic transcripts and degree certificates

• Power of attorney or legal documents

At The Apostille Office, we simplify the entire process — from document checking to official legalisation — with same-day or next-day turnaround.
Visit one of our 9 offices in Newcastle upon Tyne, Bristol, Manchester, Sheffield, Leeds, Reading, Cambridge, Milton Keynes, or Cardiff