Apostille for Birth Certificates

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Planning to live, work, or study overseas? Many international authorities require a UK birth certificate with an apostille as part of visa, immigration, or legal documentation. We provide a fast and secure service to legalise your UK-issued birth certificate for use in any Hague Convention country.

What we do

We arrange official apostille certification through the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) in England. We can assist with certificates issued anywhere in the UK — England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland.

Documents we can accept

  • Original “green” or “red” birth certificates.
  • Registrar-issued certified copies.

Please note: we cannot process photocopies or scans. If you have mislaid the original, we can obtain an official replacement on your behalf.

How our service works

  1. Order online. Complete the short form on our contact page.
  2. Send your certificate. Post the original or registrar copy to us.
  3. Payment. Pay online in advance or once we have received the document.
  4. Certification check. We review the certificate and prepare it for apostille.
  5. Apostille issuance. The FCDO attaches the apostille and we return the document to you.

Apostille UK legalises thousands of documents every year. Order online in minutes and get your paperwork apostilled within 2 working days.

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Turnaround time

Once your valid certificate reaches us, the apostille is normally issued within 1–2 business days. Replacement certificates generally arrive in 3–5 days, after which we apostille them immediately.

Why an apostille matters

  • Global recognition: A Hague apostille removes the need for embassy or consular legalisation in 126 countries.
  • Essential for many life events: Immigration, schooling, marriage, pensions, and employment abroad frequently require an apostilled birth certificate.

Need a replacement certificate?

No original document? We can request an official copy from the relevant UK register office and fast-track the apostille once it arrives.

Free expert support

Unsure about requirements, timelines, or pricing? Contact us anytime for free, no-obligation advice. Our friendly team will guide you through every step.

Ready to start?

Order your apostille online today and let us handle the paperwork while you prepare for your international plans.