We legalise UK doctor’s letters for international use, including solicitor certification for FCDO acceptance.
What is a Doctor’s Letter Apostille?
A doctor’s letter is an official statement from a registered UK medical practitioner, often for medical travel, insurance, or legal purposes.
You may need an apostille for:
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Medical treatment abroad
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Overseas visa applications
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Insurance claims
Why You Need an Apostille
Foreign authorities often require medical letters to be verified before recognition.
Can I Legalise a Doctor’s Letter?
✅ Yes — originals and solicitor-certified copies accepted.
Apostille Requirements
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Must be certified by a UK solicitor or notary public.
Acceptable Formats
✔ Original with wet ink signature/seal/date from a doctor registered with the GMC (must be solicitor-certified)
✔ Photocopies/printouts (must be solicitor-certified)
Embassy Attestation (If Required)
Available for non-Hague destinations.
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 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 |
