DBS Document Apostille – UK Legalisation Service

We legalise UK Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) documents for overseas use, including solicitor certification.

What is a DBS Document Apostille?

A DBS document confirms an individual’s criminal record status in the UK.

You may need an apostille for:

• Overseas employment in regulated sectors

• Volunteer work abroad

• Immigration purposes

Why You Need an Apostille

Many foreign employers and visa authorities require criminal background checks to be legalised.

Can I Legalise a DBS Document?

✅ Yes — originals only, certified by a UK solicitor/notary public.
❌ Photocopies are not accepted.

Apostille Requirements

• Must be certified by a UK solicitor/notary before submission to the FCDO.

Acceptable Formats

✔ Original DBS document certified by a UK solicitor/notary

Embassy Attestation (If Required)

We can arrange embassy legalisation for non-Hague countries.

Our Apostille Service Includes

• Solicitor certification

• Priority FCDO submission

• Tracked delivery

• Optional: translations, scanning

Processing Time

• Next working day FCDO submission if received by 12:30 pm

• Delivery in 1–2 working days after FCDO

Costs