From £25/page · Ready in 24–48h
Legalised Translation Services in the UK – Fast, Accepted Worldwide
Need a UK document translated and legalised for use abroad? At Locate Translate, we provide certified translation plus FCDO apostille or embassy attestation — fully accepted by embassies, courts, universities and government authorities overseas. From £25 per page.
FCDO-Accepted Apostille Service
Embassy & Consulate Attestation
Native Human Translators
Standard & Same-Day FCDO Options
Secure & GDPR-Compliant
Share Documents
Upload scanned or digital copies of your documents securely. If physical originals are required for apostille, we’ll guide you through tracked postage to our office.
Get Quote & Approval
We review your documents, confirm the destination country (Hague or embassy route), and send a fixed quote covering translation, certification, and legalisation. Once approved, your linguist begins work.
Receive Translation
You’ll receive your translated, certified and legalised document by tracked post, with a digital copy by email. Ready for submission to embassies, foreign courts, universities, or government bodies abroad.
What You’ll Receive With Your Legalised Translation
Every legalised translation order includes everything you need for official use abroad — translation, certification, and the apostille or embassy stamp.
Certified Translation (Translated Document)
A complete, formatted translation of your document by a professional linguist.
Certificate of Accuracy (Signed)
A signed statement confirming the translation is a true and accurate translation of the original — required before legalisation.
Notarisation (Where Required)
A solicitor or notary public signs the certificate, confirming the translator’s identity. Required as a step before FCDO apostille for many document types.
FCDO Apostille (Hague Convention Countries)
The official apostille certificate from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, confirming the document is valid for use in the 120+ countries party to the Hague Apostille Convention.
Embassy / Consulate Attestation (Non-Hague Countries)
For countries outside the Hague Convention — including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, China, and Kuwait — we arrange the additional embassy or consulate attestation required for acceptance.
Tracked Postal Delivery
Hard copies of your legalised translation delivered by tracked post within the UK, or DHL/FedEx worldwide on request.
Trusted & Accepted by UK Authorities
Our legalised translations are accepted by embassies, foreign courts, universities, and government authorities worldwide. Whether you’re applying for a visa, getting married abroad, enrolling in a foreign university, buying overseas property, or claiming dual citizenship, Locate Translate ensures your documents meet international standards.
Documents We Translate & Legalise
Legalised Translation Samples
Preview examples of legalised translations showing the format and stamps accepted by foreign authorities.
Birth Certificate Certified Translation
French Marriage Certificate Sworn Translation
French Birth Certificate Sworn Translation
Polish Marriage Certificate Sworn Translation
Pricing for Legalised Translations
Certified translation — from £25 per page
Notarisation (where required) — from £130 (collection and postage fees not included)
FCDO Apostille — from £70 per document (collection and postage fees not included)
Embassy / consulate attestation (non-Hague countries) — from £200 per document
Hard copy print and postage — from £8.99
Your free quote includes:
A fixed total price (no hidden fees)
The exact legalisation route for your destination country
Realistic delivery timeframe (standard 5–7 working days; express options available)
Confirmation of what's included (translation + certification + apostille / attestation + tracked postage)
Trusted by businesses across all industries
Legalised Translation in 30+ Languages — Apostille & Attestation Included
We provide legalised document translations for individuals and businesses across the UK — essential for marriage abroad, foreign visa applications, overseas study, international business, dual citizenship, and foreign property transactions. With 30+ languages supported, we translate and legalise documents including birth certificates, marriage certificates, police certificates, degree certificates, contracts, and corporate documents.
Every translation is completed by a qualified professional, certified with a signed Certificate of Accuracy, notarised where required, and submitted to the FCDO Legalisation Office for apostille — or routed through the relevant embassy or consulate for non-Hague countries.
Once complete, your document is ready for submission anywhere in the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a legalised translation?
A legalised translation is a certified translation that has been further authenticated — usually by an FCDO apostille or by embassy/consulate attestation — so it can be used officially in another country. Certification alone is sufficient for most UK submissions; legalisation is required when the document needs to be accepted abroad.
Do I need an apostille or embassy attestation?
It depends on the destination country. The 120+ countries party to the Hague Apostille Convention (including most of Europe, the US, Australia, India, Mexico, South Africa) accept an FCDO apostille. Non-Hague countries — including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Egypt, China, and Kuwait — require additional embassy or consulate attestation. We confirm the correct route as part of your quote.
How long does a legalised translation take?
Standard turnaround is 5–7 working days end-to-end (translation + certification + notarisation if required + FCDO apostille). Premium same-day FCDO service is available for urgent cases. Embassy attestation routes vary by country — typically 5–15 working days.
What’s the difference between certified, notarized, and apostilled translations?
Certified = signed accuracy statement for official use.
Notarised = a notary verifies the translator’s identity/signature.
Apostille = legalisation for overseas use under the Hague Convention.
What is the difference between certified, notarised, sworn, and legalised translation?
Certified means signed and stamped by a qualified translator/agency. Notarised adds a notary public’s verification of the translator’s identity. Sworn is the continental European equivalent of certified (used in France, Spain, Italy, Germany). Legalised means the certified or notarised translation has been further authenticated with an apostille or embassy stamp for international use.
Do I need to send original documents?
For translation, scanned copies are usually sufficient. For apostille and notarisation, original documents — or certified true copies — are typically required. We confirm this in your quote.
Will my legalised translation be accepted by the destination country?
Yes — we follow FCDO and embassy requirements precisely. If a destination authority has unusual or country-specific formatting requirements, let us know in advance and we’ll adapt the certification accordingly.
Can you also handle foreign documents being legalised for use in the UK?
Yes. If you have a foreign document that’s already been apostilled or attested overseas, we’ll provide the certified English translation needed for it to be accepted by UK authorities such as the Home Office, HMCTS, or universities.
How much does a legalised translation cost?
From £25 per page for the translation, plus the FCDO apostille fee, notarisation fee (if required), and embassy attestation fee (for non-Hague countries). Get a free no-obligation quote with a fixed total price.
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