We legalise UK Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) for overseas use, providing solicitor certification where necessary.
What is a Lasting Power of Attorney Apostille?
A Lasting Power of Attorney is a legal document granting someone authority to make decisions on your behalf.
You may need an apostille for:
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Managing property or finances abroad
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Overseas healthcare decisions
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International legal recognition of authority
Why You Need an Apostille
Many countries require verified LPA documents to ensure they are legally valid.
Can I Legalise a Lasting Power of Attorney?
✅ Yes — original registered LPAs are accepted, bearing the original embossed “VALIDATED-OPG” seal on every page.
Apostille Requirements
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Photocopies/printouts must be solicitor-certified.
Acceptable Formats
✔ Original registered LPA with embossed “VALIDATED-OPG” on every page
✔ Photocopy/printout (must be solicitor-certified)
Embassy Attestation (If Required)
Available for non-Hague Convention countries.
Our Apostille Service Includes
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Solicitor certification (if required)
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Priority FCDO submission
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Tracked return delivery
Processing Time
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Next working day submission if received by 12:30 pm
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Delivery in 1–2 working days after FCDO
Costs
| Service | Fee (excl. VAT) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solicitor Certification | £25 | Required for copies |
| Apostille Service | £29 | Handling fee |
| FCDO Apostille Fee | £40 | Government fee |
| Total | £94 | If certification needed |
| Total | £69 | If no certification needed |
| Royal Mail Tracked | £9.25 | UK delivery |
| DHL/FedEx International | £75 | Worldwide |
| Scanning (PDF) | £12.50/page | Optional |
