Legalisation – Global Visas

LEGALISATION

IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT IN GENERAL IT IS ONLY POSSIBLE TO LEGALISE UK ISSUED DOCUMENTS, IN THE UK (AND THUS ALWAYS ADVISABLE TO REQUEST A LEGALISATION IN THE COUNTRY OF ISSUANCE OF THE DOCUMENT). HOWEVER GLOBAL VISAS IS HAPPY TO REVIEW THIS ON AN AD HOC BASIS.

WHAT IS A LEGALISATION?

Legalisation is the process whereby a foreign official body has requested, or as part of a foreign visa application, a document is required to be authenticated before use. The number of steps in this process and which official UK bodies complete the different stages varies depending on the type of document and the country where the document is to be used.

If a document is to be used in a country which is part of the Hague convention (https://www.hcch.net/en/states/hcch-members), then generally after apostille by the Foreign Commonwealth office (FCO), no further steps are required in the process. Alternatively, it must also be presented to the country of use Embassy or Consulate in London, for the final stage in the legalisation process.

Additional certifications may be required before a document can be used in a country and it may also require translation and/or notarisation services (which usually occur prior to the FCO apostille and Embassy legalisation steps). Global Visas will confirm all required certifications steps (and their order of submission), upon receipt of the order request form.

Please do see below an overview of the various different steps that, as discussed above, typically take place in a legalisation requested in the UK:

TRANSLATION: Some Embassies or Consulates may require that the document is presented to them in a particular language. Global Visas can assist with this process and will confirm such requirement and/or fees associated, when applicable.

APOSTILLE: As discussed above, apostille is the process of certification which takes place with the FCO in London. Again, all documents to be used in a country part of the Hague convention, in general require no further steps after FCO apostille.

NOTARISATION: In may be a requirement of an Embassy or Consulate that the content and particulars of a document are verified before a notary public. Again, Global Visas can assist with this process and will confirm such requirement and/or fees associated, when applicable.

LEGALISATION: As also discussed above, this is normally the final step in a certification process. If required, the document must be presented to the country Embassy or Consulate in London where the document is to be used, for legalisation.

WHEN IS IT REQUIRED?

In general, a document may require legalisation when it is to be provided to an official body, or as part of a visa application, in a country other than the one that has issued the document. The process authenticates the document and it contents, so that when presented overseas it is recognised as a legitimate document.

As outlined above, this would include applying for a Visa, Drivers License, Foreign Passport, Medical Registration etc, in a foreign country.

WHAT DOCUMENT TYPES REQUIRE LEGALISATION?

Typically the following document types may require legalisation:

Birth / Marriage Certificates

Degree / Diploma Certificates

Police Certificates

Medical Certificates

Contracts of Employment / Assignment letters

Decree Nisi/Absolute & Annulments

Adoption Certificates

Affidavits signed by a solicitor or notary

Power of Attorney & Letters of Authorisation (witnessed by a solicitor or notary)

Company Certificates of Incorporation

Memorandum and Articles of Association

NEXT STEPS

Review information above and complete request form (see below) / payment.

Access the DRAG N’ DROP email (supported by Dropbox Inc.), where you can securely upload scans of all documentation for our review. This additional email will be sent to you within 1 – 2 business hours of completing the request form. You may also find further information on the DRAG N’ DROP process via the menu above. IT IS IMPORTANT WE COMPLETE THIS STEP, SO THAT ALL STAGES AND ASSOCIATED FEES RELATED TO THE LEGALISATION CAN BE OUTLINED. FURTHERMORE, YOU MUST ALLOW OUR TEAM 1 WORKING DAY TO COMPLETE THE REVIEW PROCESS.

Review all outlined legalisation stages and associated processing times. Accept all stages of legalisation and anticipated date of completion. Also approve final Global Visas service fees / local government and/or consular processing fees.

LEGALISATION REQUEST FORM

LEGALISTION REQUEST INFORMATION

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Destination country

Date required by

Type of documents (please list below and separate each item with /)

YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

Your first name

Your last name

Date of Birth

YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION

Telephone no.

YOUR RETURN DELIVERY ADDRESS

If your place of employment or residence is in central London, we offer a free pick up and drop off service. Alternatively, AND ONLY ONCE YOUR DOCUMENTS HAVE BEEN REVIEWED AND YOU HAVE ACCEPTED THE NO. OF LEGALISATION STAGES / ASSOCIATED FEES, will you be required to post all original documentation to our office. Your visa specialist will ensure all options related to receiving AND RETURN DELIVERY are discussed / arranged, in line with your required by date.

Address line 1

Address line 2

Town / City

County

Postcode

ALTERNATIVE CONTACT INFORMATION

ONLY COMPLETE THIS INFORMATION if you wish for our team to liaise with a different contact, in relation to your legalisation process.

Alternative contact full name

Alternative contact number

Alternative contact email

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please provide additional information:

YOUR PAYMENT INFORMATION

This is a secure SSL encrypted payment.

All major card types are accepted.

Card type

Name on card

Bank card no.

Expiry date

CVV / Security Code
NB: this is a 3 digit code on the back of your card or 4 digit code on the front (AMEX)

If you are a corporate client and have a pre-approved Global Visas company code for your legalisation process to be billed via invoice method - please enter below.

BILLING ADDRESS

Please provide the address where your Debit or Credit card is registered. If however you are a corporate client AND using a pre-approved Global Visas company code - you MUST list your company entity name and office address below.

Address line 1

Address line 2

Town / City

County

Postcode

- I authorise Global Visas to send instructions to the financial institution that issued my card to take payment from my card account or request payment via invoice (pre-approved corporate clients only), in accordance with the Terms of Use

- I hereby confirm I have read, understood and agree to the Terms of Use enclosed here

...WHO ARE WE?

…WHO ARE WE?

My name is Manny and I would like to personally welcome you to Global Visas.

Our team is dedicated to providing a consular service which focuses on attention to detail, delivering a personal approach and with a high focus on compliance. Feedback is very important to us, therefore any comments you provide about our service are invaluableI have provided some of my own personal testimonials over my years in immigration below; working and leading on very large projects...

I have provided some of my own personal testimonials over my years in immigration below; working and leading on very large projects.

Please do also view our introductory video at the following web link:

https://globalvisas.co.uk/more/about-us

We look forward to working with you and meeting all your expectations.

Global Immigration Leader, Big 4

“Manny. You have really gone the extra mile in supporting the US Business Visitor Service. You have demonstrated real commitment and energy, working a late shift night while we try and find others to fill the position. I know that the other night you stayed until 4am. You are always so positive and your cheerful disposition and attention to detail has resulted in excellent client feedback. On Monday the key client came to London and she was effusive about the service. This is largely due the cover you provide.”

Internal stakeholder, Big 4

“Manny is a big reason why the move from (external provider) to the UK firm’s passport and visa provision has been so smooth. He’s an extremely likeable honest hard working guy who takes his role very seriously. We’re very fortunate to have him leading our dedicated team”

External client, Private practice

“Most of my contact was with Manpreet Singh Johal. He did the best job someone could imagine. Extraordinary service from his side.”

Team member, Big 4

“Working on two priority accounts is naturally pressurised especially where he has also been responsible for billing on both accounts; yet Manny delivers every time and this I believe is an exceptional quality.”