FCDO Apostille Service
Official apostille certificate from the FCDO for UK documents. Accepted in 120+ countries under the Hague Convention. Same-day submission for applications before 09:30am.
Learn more →✅ FCDO Apostille & Embassy Attestation — UK's trusted document legalisation specialists.
📋 All document types: birth, marriage, degree, DBS, company documents & more.
🏛️ Registered with FCDO (Business Account), GRO & ICO — based near Guildhall, City of London.
Tell us about your documents and we'll respond within the hour (Mon–Fri).
What We Do
From a single apostille to a full embassy attestation chain — we handle the entire process so you don't have to.
Official apostille certificate from the FCDO for UK documents. Accepted in 120+ countries under the Hague Convention. Same-day submission for applications before 09:30am.
Learn more →Based in the City of London, we offer premium same-day & 48/72-hour processing for urgent apostille requirements. Drop off before 09:30am for same-day submission.
Learn more →Full-chain legalisation including FCDO apostille followed by embassy or consulate attestation. We work directly with major embassies in London.
Select country →Can't find your original certificate? We can obtain certified copies from the General Register Office (GRO) in 72 hours with priority service, ready for legalisation.
Learn more →Notarial certification for documents requiring a Notary Public's signature before apostille or legalisation. Coordinated with our legalisation workflow for a seamless process.
Learn more →Living abroad? We handle the full process remotely — GRO certificate procurement, apostille, and embassy attestation, with tracked return delivery worldwide.
View all services →Simple & Fast
Four straightforward steps from inquiry to receiving your legalised documents.
Email or call us with your document details. We'll confirm requirements, turnaround time, and fees — no obligation.
Drop off in person at our City of London office (before 09:30am for same-day), or send by tracked post from anywhere in the UK or abroad.
Our team checks your documents, submits to the FCDO and/or relevant embassy, and keeps you updated throughout. We contact you immediately if any issues arise.
Collect in person, receive via Royal Mail Special Delivery, or choose DHL for international destinations. Tracked and insured return delivery.
Transparent Pricing
All prices are per document, inclusive of VAT and government fees where stated. No hidden charges.
| Service Type | Turnaround | Gov. Fee | Our Fee (inc. VAT) | Total You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | ~2 weeks | £Gov. fee applies | £36 | ~£75 |
| Priority ⭐ Recommended | 24–72 hrs | Gov. priority fee | £36 | ~£145 |
| Same-Day Submission | Next working day | Gov. priority fee | £36 | From £145 |
| Service | GRO Fee | Our Service Fee (inc. VAT) | Total You Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard (~2 weeks) | £21 | £36 | £57 |
| Priority (72 hrs) ⭐ | £46 | £36 | £82 |
| Delivery Option | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail Special Delivery (UK) | £10 | Next-day by 1pm |
| DHL – UK Mainland | £15 | |
| Royal Mail Special Delivery (International) | £20 | |
| DHL – International | £60 | |
| Same-Day Courier – Central London | £15–£35 | Quote on request |
Embassy attestation fees vary by country and document type. Request a bespoke quote →
Select by Destination
We work with embassies and consulates across London. Select your destination country for specific requirements and fees.
Client Reviews
Trusted by individuals, universities, law firms, and businesses across the UK and abroad.
"Very slick process, didn't have to wait long at all and was kept updated throughout the whole process."
"Compared to all the difficulties I encountered when I tried to do it myself, your service was amazingly straightforward. The service was organised by my employer so it is their decision if we use it again — but I'd highly recommend it."
"Fast, professional, and completely stress-free. I was living abroad and they handled everything by post. Documents arrived back in perfect condition with full tracking."
Common Questions
Everything you need to know about apostille and document legalisation in the UK.
An apostille is an official government certificate issued by the FCDO (Foreign Commonwealth & Development Office) that authenticates the origin of a UK public document for use in countries party to the Hague Convention (1961). You need one when a foreign authority requires your UK document — birth certificate, degree, DBS check, etc. — to be officially verified before it will be accepted. If the destination country is NOT a Hague Convention signatory (e.g. UAE, China), you'll need embassy attestation instead of (or in addition to) an apostille.
We offer same-day submission to the FCDO for applications received at our City of London office before 09:30am on a working day. Priority service delivers completed documents in 24–72 hours. Standard service takes approximately 2 weeks. Contact us for urgent same-day requirements.
Yes. We provide a complete end-to-end service: FCDO apostille followed by attestation at major embassies and consulates in London, including the Chinese Embassy, UAE Embassy, Egyptian Consulate, and Vietnamese Embassy. We handle the full chain so you don't need to make multiple trips or manage the process yourself.
We legalise all UK public and private documents including: birth, marriage, death, and civil partnership certificates; degree certificates and transcripts; DBS/ACRO criminal record checks; powers of attorney; company documents (Companies House); decree absolute; and more. Contact us if you're unsure whether your specific document qualifies.
No — we accept documents by post or courier from anywhere in the UK or internationally. For urgent same-day submission you're welcome to drop off in person at our office near Guildhall, City of London (EC2V 5AE). Remote clients send originals by tracked post and we return them by Royal Mail Special Delivery or DHL.
Yes. Legalisation.Services (operated by Mandarin Management Limited) holds a business account with the FCDO, is a registered agent with the GRO (General Register Office), and is registered with the ICO (Information Commissioner's Office) for data protection. We use Salesforce to manage all client data securely.
All documents go through a professional pre-check by our team before submission. If we identify any issues — such as missing signatures, incorrect document format, or authority concerns — we contact you immediately before proceeding. This significantly reduces the risk of rejection. In the rare event a document is rejected by the authority, we'll advise on next steps.
All fees are quoted upfront and inclusive of VAT. Standard apostille starts from approximately £75 per document (including government fee). Priority/same-day service from approximately £145. GRO certificate copies start from £57 (standard) or £82 (priority). There are no hidden charges — delivery costs are listed separately and agreed before we proceed.
Send us a message or call us now. We respond within the hour on working days and offer same-day submission for urgent requests.
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Same-day submission cutoff: 09:30am on working days. Documents received after 09:30am are submitted the next working day.