Customers across the UK trust our apostille service with their most important documents. We’ve built our reputation on delivering reliable e-apostille solutions that work the first time.

Our FCDO-registered business has processed 850+ digital apostilles for clients worldwide. From university degrees heading to China to power of attorney documents for Spain — we handle your paperwork with the same care you would.

You’ll get expert guidance throughout the process. No confusing jargon or hidden steps. Just straightforward service that gets your documents authenticated properly.

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How our e-apostille process works

Getting your e-apostille UK takes four simple steps:

  • Step 1: Document preparation: We check your document to confirm it qualifies for e-apostille processing. If you need notarisation or solicitor certification, we arrange that first with our FCDO-registered professionals.

  • Step 2: Digital signing: Your document receives a qualified electronic signature that meets UK legal standards. This creates the secure foundation needed for your e-apostille.

  • Step 3: FCDO processing: We submit your digitally signed document to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. They verify the signature and attach the electronic apostille certificate.

  • Step 4: Secure delivery: You receive your completed e-apostille as a protected PDF file via email. The entire process typically completes within 5 hours to 2 days.

No queuing. No posting documents. No waiting weeks for results.

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Fees: Personal documents:

Service Price per document
e-Apostille only £55
e-Apostille + Solicitor £97
e-Apostille + Notarisation £187
Per document
e-Apostille only
£55
e-Apostille + Solicitor
£97
e-Apostille + Notarisation
£187

Fees: Business documents:

Service Price per document
e-Apostille only £55
e-Apostille + Solicitor £143
e-Apostille + Notarisation £205
Per document
e-Apostille only
£55
e-Apostille + Solicitor
£143
e-Apostille + Notarisation
£205

Documents that qualify for e-apostille:

Personal documents

  • Certificate of residence (we need to see the original)
  • Copy of driving licence (verification is required)
  • Copy of passport (we need to see original)
  • Court documents issued digitally
  • Decree absolute, decree nisi issued digitally.
  • Degree certificates (verification required)
  • Educational certificates (verification required)
  • Employment letters (verification required)
  • HMRC documents – issued digitally
  • P60, p45 issued digitally
  • Professional qualifications
  • TEFL certificates

Business documents

  • Certificate of incorporation
  • Memorandum of association
  • Articles of association
  • CS01 – Confirmation statement
  • Companies House documents
  • Company registers
  • Company accounts (verification required)
  • Change of address document
  • Share Certificates – subject to Companies House checks
  • Certificate of residence (we need to see the original)
  • HMRC Documents – issued digitally
  • Certificate of Free Sale

Quick checklist before you start:

  • Upload documents in PDF format.
  • Documents must be certified with a UK FCDO-registered solicitor or notary e-signature (If needed,  we can assist with e-signatures).
  • For notarisations, share scanned ID and UK address proof.
  • Some documents may require additional verification.

If your documents require notarisation, please submit (upload) a scan of your passport and proof of UK address.

For some documents, we may need to see or receive the original document before proceeding.

Adobe PDF logoThe e-apostille is delivered as a PDF. The PDF contains a ‘cover sheet’ that explains how to access the files and e-apostille inside the PDF. Here is a screenshot of the e-apostille cover sheet from the FCDO:

 

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Please note: 

When you receive the e-apostille by email, it will be a PDF attachment. Don’t just open it in your email.

Instead, save the PDF to your device and open it with Adobe Acrobat Reader on your desktop or laptop.

Viewing the e-apostille on ‘Mobile‘ and ‘Tablets‘ will not work with Acrobat Reader.  

Documents excluded from e-Apostille service:

Currently, some documents do not qualify for an e-Apostille and require a traditional physical apostille. The list includes:

  • Birth Records
  • Wedding Certificates
  • Civil Union Records
  • Death Records
  • Non-Impediment Certificates
  • ACRO, NPCC, DBS Records
  • Official Police Verifications
  • Finger Print Papers
  • Solicitor Documents with Handwritten Signatures
  • Documents Authenticated by a Notary
  • Court Papers with Manual Stamps
  • Other UK Government Certifications
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Any documents required to be legalised by Consulates or High Commissions

Why you should choose e-apostille over traditional apostille

When comparing e-apostille and paper apostille options, digital processing wins on speed, cost, and convenience:

  • Speed matters: Traditional apostilles take 2-3 weeks through standard channels or 3-4 business days (standard) via agency processing. Our e-apostille service typically delivers next-day results. When you’re facing deadlines or job start dates, that difference changes everything.

  • Better security: Digital apostilles require cryptographic signatures (advanced qualified electronic signature) from a UK-registered solicitor or notary public. Paper documents can be altered or forged. Electronic versions cannot be changed without breaking the digital signature.

  • Cost efficiency: The FCDO charges £35 for e-apostilles versus £45 for traditional versions — saving £10 on government fees alone. You also eliminate postage costs for document submission and return. Note that the total service costs include our administrative fees and FCDO-registered solicitor or notary fees.

  • Instant delivery: E-apostilles are available for immediate download from the FCDO system once processed. No waiting for postal delivery or arranging collection from offices.

  • Environmental benefit: Digital processing cuts out paper and shipping, so you get the same legal validity with less environmental impact.

Important note: Not every country accepts the e-apostille format yet, so confirm with your receiving authority before choosing digital processing over traditional apostille services.

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Save time with streamlined digital authentication

Traditional apostille processing involves multiple steps that eat up your time:

  • Printing and posting documents

  • Waiting 15-20 business days for processing

  • Arranging collection or return posting

  • Risk of documents getting lost in transit

Our e-apostille service eliminates these delays. Submit your documents online and receive results digitally. Most orders are completed the next day.

Improve compliance for international legal requirements

E-apostilles carry the same legal weight as traditional paper apostilles under the Hague Convention. Both formats authenticate your document’s origin for international use.

Key compliance benefits:

  • International recognition: Over 50 countries currently issue and accept e-apostilles through the Electronic Apostille Programme (e-APP). This number grows monthly as more governments adopt digital authentication.

  • Audit trail protection: Digital apostilles create permanent verification records. Recipients can check authenticity using the FCDO’s online verification system anytime.

  • Regulatory compliance: E-apostilles meet eIDAS standards for digital signatures. This ensures your documents comply with both UK and EU digital authentication requirements.

Gain peace of mind with verified apostille experts

Our team brings 15+ years of document legalisation experience to every order. We’re not just another apostille London provider — we’re specialists who understand the complexities of international document authentication.

  • FCDO registration matters: Only FCDO-registered agents can offer next-day apostille processing. This registration requires meeting strict standards for security, competence, and client protection.

  • Professional qualifications: We work with a network of FCDO-registered solicitors and notaries who hold current practising certificates. They understand exactly what overseas authorities expect from UK documents.

  • Quality guarantee: If your properly processed e-apostille gets rejected due to our error, we provide a full refund under our refund policy. We stand behind our work because we get it right the first time.

When your documents matter, choose the team that thousands trust to get them authenticated properly.

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Achieve hassle-free cross-border transactions

International business moves fast. Delays in document authentication can cost deals, visas, or academic opportunities.

E-apostilles remove the friction from cross-border transactions:

  • Instant document sharing: Email your apostilled documents directly to overseas recipients. No courier delays or customs holds.

  • Multiple format options: Need both digital and paper versions? We can provide traditional apostilles alongside e-apostilles for maximum flexibility.

  • No physical damage risk: Digital documents can’t get damaged, lost, or delayed in transit. Your e-apostilled documents arrive in perfect condition every time.

  • Backup copies included: Store multiple copies of your e-apostille securely. If recipients need additional copies, simply forward the same authenticated file — no reprocessing required.

Business hours support and assistance

Questions about your e-apostille requirements? We’re here to help during business hours.

Contact us through:

  • Live chat on our website (8am-7pm, Monday to Friday)

  • Phone support for urgent queries (8am-5pm, Monday to Friday)

  • Email responses within 2 hours during business days

We know deadlines can be stressful. We’ll walk you through what documents you need, your options, and how long everything takes until you’re confident about your order.

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Digital apostille technology is transforming how documents get authenticated for international use.

More countries join the Electronic Apostille Programme each year, making e-apostilles the emerging standard for cross-border document verification.

Ready to experience faster, more secure document authentication?

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We’ll confirm your document eligibility, processing timeline, and total costs upfront. No surprises or hidden fees.

Contact London Apostille Services Ltd today and discover why thousands trust us with their most important documents.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Here are answers to the most common questions about our e-apostille service:

An e-apostille service provides digital authentication for documents that need international recognition. We arrange for qualified electronic signatures from FCDO-registered professionals, then submit your documents to the legalisation office for digital apostille attachment.

You receive a protected PDF containing both your original document and the electronic apostille certificate.

Over 58 countries now accept e-apostilles, including major destinations like Spain, Germany, Australia, Singapore, and the United States. However, acceptance varies by specific organisation within each country.

We recommend confirming with your receiving authority before choosing e-apostille processing.

Most e-apostille orders are complete within the FCDO’s official timeframe of up to 48 hours. Applications submitted early in the morning (before 9 AM UK time) often process much faster. It depends on the FCDO’s workload.

Total processing time includes both solicitor preparation (for documents requiring electronic signatures) and FCDO authentication.

Yes, both personal and business documents can get e-apostilles if they meet the requirements:

  • Personal documents like degree certificates, employment letters, and court papers.
  • Business documents like incorporation certificates, company accounts, and HMRC documents.

Some document types, like birth certificates and DBS checks, require traditional apostille processing.

E-apostille security system uses a qualified electronic signature (QES) or an Advanced Electronic Signature (AES) and cryptographic protection that exceeds traditional paper security.

Digital signatures prevent document tampering — any alteration breaks the signature’s validity.

Recipients can verify authenticity through the FCDO’s online verification system using the unique apostille reference number.

Our e-apostille pricing starts from £97 per document for basic processing. Documents requiring notarisation cost £167 for personal documents and £179 for business documents.

This compares favourably with traditional apostille price UK rates when you factor in courier costs and faster processing times.

E-apostilles derive legal validity from the same source as traditional apostilles — the Hague Apostille Convention. The UK government’s FCDO issues both formats with identical legal standing.

However, e-apostille acceptance varies between different countries and institutions, so you should confirm with your receiving authority before choosing digital processing.

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