Fit note apostille – UK legalisation service

Fast, secure apostille service for your fit note

We provide fast apostille and legalisation services for fit notes, including priority FCDO apostille UK processing and secure tracked delivery. This service is commonly required for overseas employment, immigration procedures and international medical verification.

What is a fit note?

A fit note, also known as a Statement of Fitness for Work, is an official medical document issued by a registered healthcare professional in the United Kingdom. It confirms whether a person is fit for work or requires time off due to a medical condition.

Why you may need an apostille

You may require an apostille for:

  • Overseas employment requirements
  • Visa and immigration applications
  • International insurance or medical claims
  • Residency applications abroad
  • Official medical verification overseas

An apostille ensures your fit note is legally recognised in Hague Apostille Convention countries.

Can I legalise a fit note?

Yes — UK fit notes can be legalised for international use, provided they meet the required format and certification standards.

Apostille requirements
  • Original fit note required
  • Documents may require certification by a UK solicitor or Notary Public before apostille
  • The healthcare professional’s signature must meet FCDO legalisation requirements
Acceptable formats for legalisation

✔ Original fit notes issued by a registered UK healthcare professional
✔ Documents certified by a UK solicitor or Notary Public where required
❌ Uncertified photocopies, scans or unofficial printouts are not accepted

Embassy attestation (if required)

If your destination country is not part of the Hague Convention, additional embassy attestation may be required after the FCDO apostille UK process.

We can arrange:

  • Embassy attestation
  • Certified translations
  • PDF scanning
Our apostille service includes
  • Pre-submission document checks
  • Priority FCDO apostille UK submission
  • Secure tracked return delivery
  • Optional services: embassy attestation, translation and scanning
Processing time

Priority service:
Next working day submission to the FCDO if documents are received before 12:30 pm at our Milton Keynes office.

Most clients receive their apostilled documents within 1–2 working days after FCDO processing.