Document legalisation checklist overview

Select your document below to view detailed legalisation requirements and guidance specific to that document type

Civil record (birth, death, marriage certificate)

Adoption document

Birth certificate (UK)

Certificate of no impediment

Civil partnership and conversion of civil partnership certificate

Death certificate

Gender recognition certificate

UK marriage certificate issued by A place of worship

UK marriage certificate

Court documents

County court document

Court of bankruptcy document

Court document

Decree absolute

Decree nisi

Family division of the high court of justice document

Grant of probate

Sheriff court document

High Court of Justice document

Companies house

Articles of association

Certificate of incorporation

Certificate of memorandum

Companies house document

Criminal record

Access NI document

ACRO police certificate

Criminal records check

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) document

Disclosure Scotland document

Subject access request letter

Government-issued documents

Certificate of naturalisation/registration

Certificate of freesale

Coroner's report

Department for Business and Trade document

Export certificate

Government Issued document

Fingerprints document

HM revenue and customs document

Home Office document

Letter of no trace

National Archives document

Pet export document from the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)

UK Crown Dependency document

UK Overseas Territory document

V5C document

Veterinary document

Educational documents

ACCA Certificate

Degree certificate or transcript (UK)

Diploma (UK)

Educational certificate (UK)

Professional qualification certificate

TEFL or TESOL document

Identification documents

Driving licence

Passport

Medical documents

Doctor's letter

Fit note

Medical report

Medical test results

Personal documents

Affidavit

Bank statement

Baptismal certificate

Child travel consent form

Lasting power of attorney

Last will and testament

Letter from an employer

Letter of enrolment

Letter of invitation (to live in UK)

Power of attorney

Reference from an employer

Religious document

School document

Statutory declaration

Translation

Utility bill

Our services

  • Premium 1-day Apostille service

    Our premium apostille service is ideal for urgent requirements, offering fast-track processing through the FCDO apostille UK service. Documents are prioritised to ensure you receive your apostille as quickly as the next working day, depending on document type and eligibility.

  • White balance scale icon on a blurred background with a person writing.

    Solicitor certification + Apostille

    We provide solicitor certification for documents that require it before apostille, ensuring they meet all FCDO apostille UK standards. Once certified, your documents are submitted for fast apostille processing, helping to avoid delays and ensuring full international compliance.

  • Illustration of a hand holding a pen with three sheets of paper on a dark background

    Sets of documents

    We offer combined apostille and legalisation services for multiple documents, allowing you to process document sets efficiently. This approach saves time, ensures consistency across all paperwork and helps streamline FCDO apostille UK processing.

  • Outline of a government building with a person in a suit in the background

    Embassy attestation

    For non-Hague Convention countries, we offer complete embassy attestation and consular legalisation services. We manage the entire process, including FCDO apostille UK processing followed by embassy submission, ensuring your documents are fully compliant for international use.

  • Notary service logo with a hand holding a document on a dark background

    Notary certification + Apostille

    Documents for international use may require notary certification before apostille. We arrange certification by a UK Notary Public, followed by FCDO apostille UK processing, ensuring your documents meet all legalisation requirements and are accepted worldwide.

  • Two speech bubbles with Chinese characters and the letter 'A' on a blurred background.

    Translation

    We provide professional certified translation services for documents requiring apostille and legalisation. All translations are prepared to meet official UK and international requirements, ensuring acceptance for overseas use alongside FCDO apostille UK processing.

Why choose Oracle

  • expert icon

    Specialist expertise

    Proven experience in UK apostille, certification and document legalisation procedures.

  • support icon

    End-to-end support

    From document review to final delivery — we manage the full process on your behalf.

  • complience icon

    Accuracy & compliance

    All documents are handled in line with UK regulations and international standards.

  • time effecienty icon

    Time-efficient service

    Streamlined procedures to minimise delays wherever possible.

  • trasted icon

    Trusted since 2009

    Established consultancy with a strong reputation for professionalism and discretion.

  • corporate icon

    Individual & corporate clients

    Supporting private individuals, companies and international organisations.
Woman sitting at a desk in an office setting with a laptop.

Need help with apostille or document certification?

If you need fast apostille, FCDO apostille UK, certification or legalisation services, our expert team is here to help.

Contact us today to discuss your requirements or submit your enquiry online for prompt assistance.

Trust us to handle your documents with accuracy, discretion and a fast, reliable service.

Contact us