Access NI Document Apostille – UK Legalisation Service

Quick and secure apostille for your Access NI criminal record check.
We provide solicitor certification, priority FCDO processing, and tracked delivery — ideal for visa, work, or emigration purposes.

What is an Access NI Document Apostille?

An Access NI document is an official criminal record check issued in Northern Ireland.

You may need an apostille for:

  • Overseas employment background checks

  • Immigration applications

  • Adoption or foster care abroad

Why You Need an Apostille

Many foreign employers, immigration departments, and adoption agencies require proof of a clean criminal record. An apostille ensures your Access NI document is accepted internationally.

Can I Legalise an Access NI Document?

✅ Yes — but only the original Access NI criminal record check certified by a UK solicitor or notary public.
❌ Photocopies are not accepted.

Apostille Requirements

  • Must be certified by a UK solicitor or notary public before submission.

Acceptable Formats

✔ Original criminal records check certified by a UK solicitor or notary public
❌ Photocopies not accepted

Embassy Attestation (If Required)

If your destination country is outside the Hague Convention, we can arrange:

  • Embassy attestation

  • Certified translations

  • PDF scanning

Our Apostille Service Includes

  • Solicitor certification

  • Priority FCDO submission

  • Tracked return delivery

  • Optional: translations, embassy attestation, scanning

Processing Time

  • Priority Service: Next working day submission to the FCDO (if received by 12:30 pm)

  • Return delivery in 1–2 working days after FCDO completion

Costs

Service Fee (excl. VAT) Notes
Solicitor Certification £25 Required before legalisation
Apostille Service £29 Handling fee
FCDO Apostille Fee £40 Government fee
Total £94 Excluding delivery
Royal Mail Tracked £9.25 UK delivery
DHL/FedEx International £75 Worldwide
Scanning (PDF) £12.50/page Optional