Educational Certificate (UK)
Notarisation and Apostille Services for Educational Certificate (UK)
Welcome to Wharf Notaries, a trusted notarial service provider in the UK. Our team of experienced notaries is dedicated to notarising, apostilling, and legalising Educational Certificate (UK).
Below, you’ll find essential information about Educational Certificate (UK) and our efficient process for their notarisation.
There are many types of educational certificates in the UK and around the world. Documents such as degrees, diplomas, and school certificates play a key role in employment, further education, and legal processes.
An educational certificate often requires an additional layer of authentication, especially when it is intended for use abroad.
Services like notarisation and apostille attest to the document’s validity. With this certification, jurisdictions outside the one in which it was issued will recognise and accept the educational certificate.
Educational Certificate Legalisation and Notarisation
Need Your Educational Certificate Legalised for Use Abroad?
If you’re submitting an educational certificate to apply for work, study, or other purposes in another country, verifying the document’s authenticity is often required. Whether it’s a degree or a GCSE, Wharf Notaries can help legalise your certificate quickly and affordably.
Hague Apostille countries typically require an apostille for international recognition, while non-Hague countries, like the UAE or Vietnam, often request consular legalisation. Our team will guide you through the process to ensure that your certificate is recognised abroad.
Types of Educational Certificates We Notarise and Legalise
Educational certificates encompass a variety of academic documents, including:
- Higher Education: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD degrees, and other diplomas from recognised UK universities.
- Secondary Education: GCSEs, IGCSEs, GCEs, NVQs, BTECs, and National Diplomas issued by recognised UK exam boards.
We also notarise certain non-UK certificates, provided they are in English and accredited by the respective government. Verification of accreditation is required for notarisation.
When Do You Need Notarisation, an Apostille, or Consular Legalisation?
Notarisation: We verify your document’s authenticity and ensure it’s issued by an accredited institution.
Apostille: Required for documents submitted to countries in the Hague Apostille Convention.
Consular Legalisation: For countries outside the Hague Convention, we arrange for embassy legalisation (or “attestation”).
Process for Legalising an Educational Certificate
- Contact Us: Reach out via phone or online to discuss your needs, or schedule an appointment at our London Victoria, Canary Wharf, or Surrey locations.
- Quote: We’ll provide a clear quote and outline the next steps.
- Client Registration: Complete our registration form, submit two IDs, and, if needed, a consent form to verify your document with the issuing institution.
- Document Submission: Send us a clear PDF scan or, in some cases, the original certificate by post or in person.
- Notarisation: Our team will verify and notarise the certificate’s authenticity, attaching a notarial certificate if needed.
- Apostille: We’ll obtain an apostille through the FCDO in Milton Keynes. Premium, standard, and e-apostille services are available.
- Consular Legalisation (if needed): We’ll arrange for embassy or consulate attestation. Depending on your needs, we may also notarise and apostille the document beforehand.
- Document Return: You may collect your document, or we can deliver it via post or international courier. The process typically takes from one day up to five days, based on service choice.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Educational Certificate Notarisation
What is an Educational Certificate?
An educational certificate is an official document that verifies an individual’s academic achievements, such as a diploma, degree, or school certificate, often used for employment, further education, or legal purposes.
Why do I need to notarise an Educational Certificate?
Notarisation may be required for educational certificates when submitting them abroad to verify their authenticity. Notarisation confirms that the document is genuine and issued by an accredited institution.
What is the process for notarising an Educational Certificate?
We verify the authenticity of your educational certificate and issue a notarial certificate attached to either the original or a copy. For non-UK documents, we may need to contact the issuing institution for verification.
When do I need an apostille for my Educational Certificate?
An apostille is often required when submitting educational certificates to countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. This step ensures the certificate is legally recognised abroad.
How long does it take to notarise and apostille an Educational Certificate?
Processing times vary based on the document and issuing body, but we aim to provide a swift service, often offering same-day or next-day options.
Can you notarise a non-UK Educational Certificate?
Yes, we can notarise non-UK certificates if they are accredited by the government of the issuing country and are in English or have been translated.
What other services do you offer for Educational Certificates?
In addition to notarisation and apostille services, we provide consular legalisation for countries outside the Hague Apostille Convention and document translation if required.
How much does it cost to notarise and apostille an Educational Certificate?
The cost varies depending on the services required, such as notarisation, apostille, or consular legalisation. Please contact us for an accurate quote based on your specific needs.