Embassy attestation services explained
Embassy attestation is required when documents are being used in countries that are not members of the Hague Apostille Convention, such as the UAE, Qatar, Vietnam, and others. In these cases, an Apostille alone is not sufficient, and additional legalisation by the relevant embassy or consulate is required.
The embassy attestation process typically includes:
- Solicitor or notary certification, where required
- Legalisation by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)
- Final attestation by the destination country’s embassy or consulate
Embassy attestation confirms that your UK-issued documents are authentic and legally valid for use in the destination country. This process is commonly required for employment, education, marriage, residency, and business purposes abroad.
