Last will and testament apostille – UK legalisation service

Fast, secure apostille service for your last will and testament

We provide fast apostille and legalisation services for last wills and testaments, including priority FCDO apostille UK processing and secure tracked delivery. This service is commonly required for overseas probate matters, inheritance claims and international estate administration.

What is a last will and testament?

A last will and testament is a legal document setting out how a person’s estate, assets and possessions should be distributed after their death. It may also include the appointment of executors or guardians.

Why you may need an apostille

You may require an apostille for:

  • Overseas probate proceedings
  • International inheritance claims
  • Estate administration abroad
  • Foreign property or asset transfers
  • Legal recognition of a UK will overseas

An apostille ensures your last will and testament is legally recognised in Hague Apostille Convention countries.

Can I legalise a last will and testament?

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

Apostille requirements
  • Original signed will or certified copy required
  • Documents may require notarisation or solicitor certification before apostille
  • The document must meet current FCDO legalisation standards
Acceptable formats for legalisation

✔ Original last will and testament
✔ Official certified copies issued by a solicitor or relevant authority
✔ 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.