Professional and qualification certificates are often required for employment, licensing, and regulatory purposes abroad. Whether you are relocating, registering with a professional body, or evidencing your expertise internationally, these documents frequently need Notarisation and Apostille certification to be recognised overseas.
Pardus Bloom provides a structured, concierge-led approach to ensure your professional documents are prepared, notarised, and legalised efficiently for international use.
- Documents we commonly legalise
Professional Qualifications
Professional qualification certificates confirm that you have successfully completed recognised professional training or examinations within your field.
Common uses:
- Employment applications abroad
- Professional licensing and registration
- Skilled visa applications
Notarisation and Apostille Requirements:
- Original certificate or certified copy required
- Notarisation typically completed as a certified copy
- Apostille issued by the FCDO for international recognition
Chartered Membership Certificates
Chartered membership certificates demonstrate recognition by a professional body (e.g. chartered status), often required for regulated professions overseas.
Common uses:
- Registration with international professional bodies
- Career progression abroad
- Regulatory compliance
Notarisation and Apostille Requirements:
- Certified copy notarisation commonly used
- Some authorities may require verification of the issuing body
- Apostille required for use in Hague Convention countries
Training and Certification Awards
These documents confirm completion of specialised courses, technical training, or industry-recognised certifications.
Common uses:
- Employment verification
- Skills recognition overseas
- Supporting documentation for visa applications
Notarisation and Apostille Requirements:
- Must clearly show issuing institution
- Certified copies usually notarised
- Apostille required depending on destination country
Professional Accreditation Documents
Accreditation documents confirm official recognition by a regulatory or governing body within a specific profession.
Common uses:
- Licensing applications abroad
- Regulatory submissions
- International project or contract requirements
Notarisation and Apostille Requirements:
- May require additional supporting documents
- Notarisation confirms authenticity of the copy
- Apostille required for international use
- Pricing
Tailoring services to meet your needs
Apostille only
For official UK documents issued by government authorities, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates or death certificates, which can be submitted directly to the FCDO.
Standard Apostille Service
£125 per document
Turnaround time:
5–6 working days from the moment the document arrives at our London office.
Includes
- Document preparation and verification
- Submission to the FCDO Apostille Office
- Collection from the FCDO
- Secure handling through our London office
Notarisation + Apostille​
Some documents must first be certified by a UK Notary Public before they can be submitted for an Apostille.
This commonly applies to:
- Certified passport copies
- Deed Poll documents
- Affidavits or declarations
- Copies of personal documents
Typical pricing
Notarisation fees vary depending on the document and number of signatories. Once notarised, the document can then be submitted for Apostille through our service.
Apostille fee following notarisation
£125 per document (Standard)
5–6 working days turnaround
Our team coordinates the notary appointment and the Apostille submission, ensuring the documents move smoothly through each stage.
Express Services
For clients who require documents to be legalised urgently.
Express Apostille Service
£195 per document
Turnaround time
1–2 working days from the moment the document arrives at our London office.
Includes
- Priority document preparation
- Fast-track submission to the FCDO Apostille Office
- Priority collection and handling
Our process
Contact Our Team
Requests are best reviewed by email, allowing our team to assess your documents efficiently and provide clear confirmation of requirements and fees. You can also get in touch through any of the contact forms on our website, where you may securely upload your documents to start the review process and help us expedite your request.
All documents and personal data are handled securely and in accordance with GDPR requirements.
Send Your Documents
Once the requirements have been confirmed, you can send your documents for processing.
Documents can be shared digitally through our secure upload system, which follows UK GDPR and Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) guidelines to ensure the safe handling and protection of personal data.
Alternatively, original documents may be sent by post or courier to our Central London office in Aldwych. Our team will confirm receipt once the documents arrive and processing begins.
Notarisation & Apostille Processing
For certain documents, identity verification and signing may take place during a secure video appointment with a UK Notary Public.Â
Once the original document has been received, the Notary Public completes the notarisation by applying the official signature, stamp and notarial seal required.
Where the destination country requires further legalisation, the document is then submitted to the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) Apostille Office. Our team coordinates all the steps.Â
Secure Return
Once the notarisation and Apostille have been completed, scanned copies of the documents are provided promptly for your records or immediate use.
The original documents are then carefully prepared for return. Clients may choose secure UK tracked delivery, international courier via DHL Express, or collection from our Central London office. Tracking details are provided so the shipment can be monitored until it reaches its final destination.
Not sure which service applies to your document? Send us a scan and our team will confirm the correct process within minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to some of the most common questions about Legalisation and Apostille services for Professional and Qualification Certificates
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In most cases, yes. Professional and qualification certificates are typically notarised as certified copies before being submitted for Apostille.
Yes. Many clients choose certified copies to avoid marking original documents. These copies are notarised and then apostilled.
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Standard service takes 6–7 working days. Express service can reduce this to 1–2 working days from the moment documents reach our office.
Apostilles do not expire, but some receiving authorities may require recently issued documents.
This depends on the country where the document will be used. Some countries require additional embassy legalisation after the Apostille.
Yes. The initial stage is completed via a video appointment with a UK Notary Public, followed by submission of your documents to our London office.
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