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Official documents often need more than translation. At Grampian Translation Services, we manage notarisation, FCDO apostille, embassy legalisation and certified translation to ensure your documents are ready for international use.
FCDO Registered · UK Apostille Specialists
Professional notarisation, FCDO apostille, embassy legalisation and complete international document management for personal, academic and corporate documents across the UK.
Professional document legalisation services with secure handling and direct submission to the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
A cost-effective apostille service for clients who do not require urgent processing. We manage the full FCDO submission and collection process with secure handling and clear communication throughout.
A fast and reliable solution for urgent apostille requirements. We handle document checks, secure submission, and next-day collection from the UK FCDO. Ideal for time-sensitive legal, immigration, academic, and commercial documents.
Our Services
We provide complete international document legalisation services — from standard FCDO apostille through to same-day processing, embassy legalisation and corporate document management.
Standard
Reliable and cost-effective FCDO apostille for routine and non-urgent international requirements.
Speedy
Fast-track FCDO processing for urgent requirements. Next working day via FCDO priority route.
Premium
Highest-priority FCDO same-day handling for the most time-critical legal and corporate matters.
E-Apostille
Secure digital legalisation through the FCDO e-apostille system for eligible electronically signed documents.
Embassy
Full embassy and consular legalisation for non-Hague Convention countries including UAE, Angola, Qatar and Malaysia.
Speedy
Specialist legalisation of UK company documents for overseas operations, banking, compliance and international transactions.
Official documents often need more than translation. At Grampian Translation Services, we manage notarisation, FCDO apostille and embassy legalisation to ensure your documents are valid and ready for international use.
Official FCDO apostille service for all document types
Scotland & UK jurisdiction coverage
for countries requiring additional consular stamps. Benefits:
Accepted by UK & authorities
1 to 5 working days completion
Secure, nationwide support for all your legal document needs
The Process
Simple, secure and professionally managed from start to finish. We handle the entire process on your behalf.
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Get in touch to discuss your requirements. We advise on the correct legalisation route for your documents and destination country.
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Post or courier your documents to us securely. We accept clients from across the UK and can advise on secure sending options.
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We check, prepare and where required arrange notarisation or solicitor certification before submitting to the FCDO.
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Your documents are processed through the FCDO on the standard, next-day or same-day route as selected.
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Completed documents are returned to you securely by tracked courier within the UK or internationally.
Safe Handling of Your Documents
We understand how sensitive your personal and legal documents are. When you entrust Grampian Translation Services with notarisation or apostille, your documents are handled with the highest level of care and security.Documents are securely stored in our office until dispatch. Every order is packaged in tamper-proof, secure envelopes. We only use trusted, trackable couriers to ensure safe and reliable delivery. From the moment your documents reach us until they are safely returned to you, we make your peace of mind our top priority.
hand in or post your documents for apostille. copies may be accepted for translation.
Our notary certifies your documents. Then we legalise them via the FCDO (Foreign Office).
Your apostilled documents are sent by secure delivery, or collected in person.
Standard Apostille
~ 7–10 working days
Our Standard Apostille Service provides a reliable and cost-effective solution for legalising UK documents for official use overseas. We manage the process through the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), ensuring your documents are handled professionally and securely.
This service is suitable for overseas employment, visa and immigration applications, university admissions, marriage abroad, residency applications and business use overseas.
We can apostille a wide range of documents including:
Where required, we also offer solicitor and notary public certification before apostille, together with embassy legalisation. For urgent requirements, see our Speedy / Next-Day Apostille Service.
Speedy / Next-Day
~ 2–3 working days total
Our Speedy Apostille Service is designed for urgent and time-sensitive international documentation requirements. We provide fast-track handling through the FCDO next-working-day route, helping individuals and businesses meet tight overseas deadlines with confidence.
Suitable for urgent visa and immigration applications, overseas employment and deployment, last-minute travel requirements, business and corporate transactions, legal and court-related matters and urgent embassy legalisation.
Documents submitted through our speedy route are processed by the FCDO on the next working day. Documents can be handed back the following working day in London or Milton Keynes by arrangement, or returned by tracked courier to addresses across the UK typically within 2–3 working days.
Premium Same-Day
Same day (subject to eligibility)
Our Premium Apostille Service offers the fastest available handling through the FCDO same-day route. Subject to document eligibility and operational availability, documents may be apostilled and returned the same working day in Milton Keynes or London by arrangement.
Suitable for urgent legal and corporate matters, powers of attorney, overseas business transactions, emergency visa and immigration requirements and urgent embassy legalisation. Please contact us before sending documents so that eligibility and timing can be confirmed.
Electronic Apostille
Our e-Apostille Service provides fast and secure legalisation of eligible electronic UK documents through the FCDO digital apostille system. This service is suitable for digitally signed documents and offers efficient online processing, secure verification and streamlined international document management for overseas use.
Embassy Legalisation
Our Embassy Legalisation Service supports documents requiring further authentication after the FCDO apostille for use in non-Hague Convention countries. We manage the full legalisation process including notarisation, FCDO apostille, Arab-British Chamber of Commerce legalisation where required, and submission to the relevant embassy or consulate.
We assist with personal, academic, legal and commercial documents for countries including the UAE, Angola, Qatar, Kuwait, Malaysia and other international jurisdictions requiring consular legalisation.
Corporate Services
We provide professional legalisation services for UK company and commercial documents required for international business use.
Our team supports businesses with the notarisation, FCDO apostille and embassy legalisation of corporate documents for overseas operations, banking, compliance, contracts and international transactions. Where required, we also arrange legalisation through the Arab-British Chamber of Commerce and foreign embassies or consulates.
Our international document management service ensures secure handling, professional coordination and efficient processing for businesses operating worldwide — including those with requirements in the UAE, Malaysia, Angola and beyond.
Your trusted partner for document legalisation
Specialist expertise in legalisation & translation
Serving all UK cities with local expertise
Trusted professional standards
Clear pricing, no surprises
Multilingual Staff
Personal, business & legal documents
Who We Help
Professional notarisation, FCDO apostille, embassy legalisation and complete international document management for personal, academic and corporate documents across the UK.
Get in touch to discuss your requirements. We advise on the correct legalisation route for your documents and destination country.
Urgent apostille and embassy legalisation for overseas deployment and employment documentation.
Personal and employment document legalisation for workers relocating or contracting abroad.
University degree and academic certificate apostille for overseas education and employment use.
Professional legalisation support for legal practices handling international matters and cross-border transactions.
Apostille and legalisation for birth certificates, police certificates and personal documents for visa applications.
Powers of attorney and legal document legalisation for overseas property transactions and investment.
Marriage abroad, residency applications and personal document legalisation handled with care and expertise.
Trusted by thousands across the UK
2 months ago
Great services, they been so quick and they did an excellent job with the translation services that I asked for.
a week ago
German document needed urgent translation. Job done quickly and professionally at reasonable cost.
August 30, 2021
I requested a translation from English to Spanish and got it right away. Very fast response, easy process, and great quality.
November 27, 2021
I needed my certificate of good conduct translated for employment. It was done quickly, efficiently, and Eltijani answered all my questions. Highly recommend!
June 30, 2021
Eltijani translated my fiancé’s birth certificate from Polish to English. It was ready on time, good quality, and worth the money. Very pleased with the fast response!
August 6, 2025
I used this company to get a document apostille, translated & notarised. I received a good service and I got the documents back in good time. I would recommend.
August 6, 2025
New service for apostille of certificates. Very quick, reliable and professional service. Very impressed as saved me a lot of hassle.
Why Choose Us
Professional notarisation, FCDO apostille, embassy legalisation and complete international document management for personal, academic and corporate documents across the UK.
Registered business user with access to FCDO next-day and same-day apostille processing routes.
Priority access to FCDO fast-track processing, ensuring your urgent documents meet overseas deadlines.
Experienced UK apostille and international document legalisation specialists with an established reputation.
All documents are handled securely with tracked UK and international courier return options.
Complete service from notarisation through FCDO apostille to embassy legalisation and courier return.
Clear communication and expert advice from first enquiry to completed legalisation. We're here to help.
Let our expert team handle the notary, translation and FCDO apostille process for you — fast, affordable and fully UK-compliant.
We are accredited ITI corporate members, ensuring certified translators, strict ethics, and robust quality assurance for every project.
Get answers to common questions about our services
An FCDO apostille is an official certificate issued by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office confirming that a UK document or signature is genuine for use overseas. Apostilles are required for international legal, business, immigration and academic purposes in countries that are members of the 1961 Hague Convention.
Some documents can be apostilled directly by the FCDO, while others must first be notarised or certified by a solicitor or notary public. We can review your documents and advise on the correct route before submission, ensuring there are no delays or rejections.
Yes. We regularly assist businesses with the notarisation, apostille and embassy legalisation of company and commercial documents including certificates of incorporation, articles of association, powers of attorney, board resolutions and other corporate documents for international use.
Yes. We provide embassy and consular legalisation services for countries requiring further authentication after the FCDO apostille, including the UAE, Angola, Qatar, Kuwait and Malaysia. We also assist with Arab-British Chamber of Commerce legalisation where required.
Our standard apostille service typically takes approximately 7–10 working days. We also offer a speedy next-working-day apostille service and a premium same-day option for eligible documents. Please contact us to discuss the most appropriate route for your requirements.
Yes. We offer a speedy next-working-day apostille service through the FCDO for urgent requirements. Documents can be handed back the following working day in London or Milton Keynes by arrangement, or returned securely by courier to addresses across the UK.
Yes. Clients across the UK regularly send documents to us securely by post or courier. We can return completed, apostilled documents to you by tracked courier anywhere in the UK or internationally. We recommend using a tracked and insured postal service when sending original documents.
Certified translations are available where required by overseas authorities. Please mention your translation requirements when requesting a quote and we will advise accordingly.
