Apostille guides by document

Pick your document type for the exact process, requirements and price — the FCDO fee and tracked return are always included.

Birth, family & civil status

Birth certificateDeath certificateMarriage / civil partnership certificateAdoption certificateCertificate of no impedimentChange of name (deed poll)

Criminal record & police

ACRO police certificateDBS certificateDisclosure ScotlandAccessNI certificateFingerprint certificate

Court & legal

Court order / decree absoluteGrant of probateWillAffidavit / statutory declarationPower of attorneyLasting power of attorney

Education & qualifications

Degree certificate / transcriptSchool certificates (GCSE / A-level)Diploma / TEFL / TESOLACCA membership certificate

Business & company

Companies House certificate (incorporation, good standing)Company documents (articles, resolutions, contracts)Export & trade documents (origin, free sale)

Medical & veterinary

Doctor's letter / medical reportFit noteVeterinary certificate

Government letters

HMRC document (tax residency etc.)Home Office document

Identity, financial & personal

Passport copyDriving licence copyBank statement / utility billEmployment / invitation letterReligious / baptism certificateCertified translation