Why Choose Us for Apostille Services
Trust, speed, and accuracy are essential when legalising documents for use abroad. At Apostille Express, we specialise in fast, secure apostille and legalisation services for individuals, families, and businesses across the UK. We provide a fully managed, compliant service recognised by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
Trusted and Accredited Apostille Provider
We are an officially registered provider with the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) giving us direct access to their next working day service.
We ensure:
All documents meet FCDO requirements
Certified translations are arranged as needed
GDPR-compliant document handling
Confidential processing for sensitive material
Secure, tracked DHL return delivery
Whether you're legalising a personal certificate, company file, or public sector record, we treat every document with care.
What Is an Apostille and Why Is It Needed?
An apostille confirms that a UK-issued document is genuine and can be legally accepted in another country that is a member of the Hague Convention without further legalisation. This includes:
Applying for a visa or residency
Proving identity, marriage, or divorce abroad
Confirming business registration or tax compliance overseas
Taking part in overseas court proceedings
Setting up overseas bank accounts
Applying for foreign pensions or inheritance
Working abroad (e.g. teaching, medicine, finance)
Using UK court orders, HMRC documents or police certificates overseas
Further embassy legalisation may be needed if your destination country is not part of the Hague Convention. We can advise on this too.
Our Experience
Collectively, our team has over 30 years' experience legalising UK-issued documents. We regularly assist:
Private individuals and families
Students applying to universities abroad
UK-based and overseas companies
Solicitors and law firms
Accountants and financial services firms
Government bodies, local authorities, and NGOs
Our apostille services cover:
Personal documents: birth, marriage, education, police, medical
Business documents: certificates of incorporation, contracts, powers of attorney
Government and public sector: HMRC letters, court orders, immigration papers
Fast Turnaround Times
We understand that legalisation is often time-sensitive. That's why we offer multiple turnaround options:
Next working day service may be available through our FCDO registration. Same-day services are available under strict FCDO criteria.
Completed documents are returned via DHL Domestic, DHL International, or collected from our London office.
The turnaround time depends on the document type and whether it requires notarisation. We always confirm timelines when you place an order.
Transparent Pricing
Our apostille service pricing is transparent and fixed, with no hidden charges. Costs are based on:
• Apostille: £40 per document
• Embassy Handling: £30 per document
• DHL Domestic return: £12.50 per order
• DHL International return: £55 per order
• Translations: Price on application
We confirm all costs upfront with no hidden charges.
UK-Based Support Team
Our customer support is based entirely in the UK. You'll speak to someone who understands the UK legalisation system and can advise you on our particular situation.
Support channels:
Phone
Email
Office hours: Monday–Friday, 9 am–5 pm
We're here to answer your questions, help with form completion, and explain individual document requirements.
Our Simple, Secure Apostille Process
We make the legalisation process easy, even if you've never used this service before. Here's how it works:
Submit your documents – Send them by post, courier, or hand-deliver to our office.
Document review – We check requirements and confirm if notary certification is needed. (Solicitor certification is not valid outside the UK.)
Payment – Once confirmed, we take payment securely over the phone by card before submission.
Apostille issued by the FCDO – We submit your documents directly to the FCDO using the next working day service available to registered providers.
Secure return delivery – Completed documents are returned via DHL Domestic, DHL International, or made available for collection from our office.
We update you at every stage and offer email and phone support.
Common Apostille Questions Answered
Do you legalise documents issued in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland?
Yes. We legalise documents issued across the UK, including devolved authorities.
Can I email my document for legalisation?
We must receive an original document either issued by a recognised authority or certified by a UK notary public.
Do I need my document notarised first?
Not always. Some documents (such as ACRO police certificates or GRO-issued birth certificates) can be apostilled directly. Others (such as degrees or powers of attorney) may require certification by a Notary Public. Solicitor certification is not valid outside the UK. We can refer you to a trusted notary if required.
Can you legalise documents for countries not in the Hague Convention?
Yes, we offer embassy legalisation services for non-Hague countries. The process involves submitting your documents to the relevant embassy after FCDO processing.
Are my documents safe?
Yes. We hand-deliver your documents to the FCDO or embassy using our own couriers. Completed documents are then returned securely by tracked DHL or collected from our office with no third parties involved until dispatch.
Ready to Get Started?
Whether you're legalising one document or dozens, contact our team for efficient, secure apostille services and professional, insightful advice and support.