When you're preparing documents for international use, you may wonder:
Do I need a separate Apostille for each document or signature?
The short answer is — sometimes yes, but there are smarter ways to handle it.
If you're dealing with multiple documents or a single document signed by more than one official, here's how to manage Apostille legalisation efficiently in the UK.
What Is an Apostille?
An Apostille is a certificate issued by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) under the Hague Convention 1961. It confirms that:
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The signature is genuine
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The person had authority to sign
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The stamp or seal is official
It does not validate the content of the document — only the origin of the signature or seal.
Do I Need a Separate Apostille for Each Signature?
Yes – in most cases.
Each signature, seal, or stamp must be apostillised individually.
Example: A legal document signed by both a solicitor and a registrar will usually require two separate Apostilles if both need to be authenticated.
This ensures that each official’s authority is independently verified.
What About Multiple Documents?
If you're submitting multiple unrelated documents (e.g., a birth certificate, police check, and university degree), each one usually requires its own Apostille.
But there's a way to simplify and reduce the cost…
Bundle Documents with a Notarial Certificate
When documents are:
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Signed by the same authority, or
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Part of a group (like a degree + transcript),
they can often be certified together by a UK solicitor or notary public.
Then, instead of apostillising each one individually, we can apostille one notarial certificate that covers the entire bundle.
This saves both money and processing time.
Reduced Apostille Fees for Bundled Documents
Some Apostille providers (including us) offer discounted rates for bulk or bundled apostille services — especially if:
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Documents are signed by the same person or agency
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You need multiple Apostilles for immigration, education, or legal use abroad
Ask us about multi-document Apostille pricing when you enquire.
Common Use Cases for Multiple Apostilles
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Marriage and birth certificates for family visa applications
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Degree + transcript + TEFL certificate for working abroad
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Company registration + Articles of Association for business setup overseas
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Multi-page medical or court records with separate signatures
Quick Tips
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✅ Always check if signatures are from different officials — if so, you may need more than one Apostille.
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✅ Ask about bundling options through notarial certification.
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✅ Ensure documents meet FCDO requirements before submission.
Need Multiple Documents Apostilled?
We offer fast, affordable Apostille services in the UK, including:
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Document review & eligibility check
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Solicitor or notary certification
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Apostille legalisation by the FCDO
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Discounted rates for bulk or bundled applications
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Secure tracked return delivery (UK & international)
Call us today on 0204 630 7500 or email us support@1stapostille.co.uk