How to certify a ‘COPY’ of a UK degree to get an apostille

If your original degree is misplaced, damaged, or archived, learn how to turn your degree copy into an internationally legalised document.

The copy must be certified as a true copy by an FCDO-registered solicitor or notary in the UK.

Some countries, especially the UAE and Latin America, require the original certificate to be apostilled.

Please remember that we cannot provide specific advice on the procedures and requirements for document acceptance and legalisation for individual countries.

We recommend directly contacting the relevant authorities of the country in question to confirm their specific requirements.

Simplified guide to apostilling your degree copy.

Of course, you can send us the original, too – and our solicitor or notary can make a copy of the original and certify the copy of the original to get an apostille.

Often, clients prefer to have a copy of their UK degree certificate certified or notarised rather than the original.

This approach preserves the original document, leaving it unspoiled for future use.

To certify a copy of a degree, solicitors or notaries require specific documentation and information to ensure the authenticity of the document.

Here are examples and detailed explanations, along with additional information:

Verifying the source of the degree copy:

Verification through official electronic platforms:

Additional information and documentation required:

Special instructions for apostille:

Fees and processing time:

There are several scenarios where someone might only have a copy, digital PDF, or a scan of an academic document, and the original is unavailable.

If you’re unsure about the process or requirements in a particular country, especially for nations that mandate original documents, it’s crucial to consult directly with their authorities.

To get started on certifying and legalising your degree copy, reach out to an FCDO-registered solicitor or notary with your documents and specific needs.

Or, use our FCDO-registered solicitors and notaries to take care of the process for you.