We legalise UK baptismal certificates for overseas use. Solicitor certification provided where required.
What is a Baptismal Certificate Apostille?
A baptismal certificate records a person’s baptism, typically issued by a church or religious body.
You may need an apostille for:
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Religious ceremonies abroad
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Immigration applications
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Family history or heritage claims
Why You Need an Apostille
Foreign authorities may require your baptismal record to be legalised for recognition abroad.
Can I Legalise a Baptismal Certificate?
✅ Yes — originals and solicitor-certified copies are accepted.
Apostille Requirements
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Must be certified by a UK solicitor or notary public.
Acceptable Formats
✔ Original baptismal certificate certified by a UK solicitor/notary
✔ Photocopy or printout (must be solicitor-certified)
Embassy Attestation (If Required)
We arrange embassy legalisation for non-Hague countries.
Our Apostille Service Includes
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Solicitor certification
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Priority FCDO submission
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Tracked return delivery
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Optional: translations, scanning
Processing Time
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Next working day FCDO submission if received by 12:30 pm
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Delivery within 1–2 working days after FCDO
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 |
