Home Office Document Apostille – UK Legalisation Service

We legalise UK Home Office documents for overseas use, with solicitor certification where needed.

What is a Home Office Document Apostille?

These are official documents issued by the UK Home Office, covering immigration, nationality, and security matters.

You may need an apostille for:

  • Visa applications

  • Overseas residency

  • Immigration appeals

Why You Need an Apostille

Foreign governments require proof of authenticity for Home Office-issued records.

Can I Legalise a Home Office Document?

✅ Yes — originals, certified copies, or solicitor-certified printouts accepted.

Apostille Requirements

  • Must be certified by a UK solicitor/notary if not signed/sealed by the Home Office.

Acceptable Formats

✔ Original with wet ink signature/seal/date from the Home Office
✔ Originals without HO signature (must be solicitor-certified)
✔ Photocopies/printouts (must be solicitor-certified)

Embassy Attestation (If Required)

Available for non-Hague countries.

Our Apostille Service Includes

  • Solicitor certification (if required)

  • Priority FCDO submission

  • Tracked return delivery

Processing Time

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

  • Delivery within 1–2 working days after FCDO

Costs

Service Fee (excl. VAT) Notes
Solicitor Certification £25 Required if not signed by Home Office
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