How NextDay Apostille Works
Four simple steps — from submitting your details to receiving your apostilled document back through the post.
The Complete Process
You barely have to lift a finger. Here's exactly what happens from start to finish.
Complete Our Online Form
Tell us about your document — what type it is, which country it's destined for, and what it's being used for. We'll confirm which service is right for you. Takes under 5 minutes.
Pay Securely Online
Pay for your chosen service online. We accept all major credit and debit cards. Klarna is also available if you'd prefer to spread the cost over three instalments.
Post Your Document to Us
We'll email you full posting instructions immediately after payment. Send your original document to our secure PO Box — we strongly recommend tracked or recorded delivery for peace of mind.
We Check, Submit & Return
Once we receive your document, we check it meets FCDO requirements, submit it on your behalf, and post everything straight back to you via tracked delivery once your apostille certificate is issued.
What We Check Before Submitting
Most apostille rejections happen because the document wasn't suitable in the first place. We check everything before anything is submitted.
Document eligibility
We confirm your document is one the FCDO will apostille — issued by the correct authority, with the right signatures and format.
Notarisation requirements
Some documents — particularly company documents or certified copies — need notarising before apostilling. We'll flag this immediately and advise on next steps.
Submission requirements
We ensure the correct FCDO form is completed, all supporting information is included, and everything meets current requirements before submission.
Country-specific requirements
Different countries sometimes have additional requirements beyond a standard apostille. We'll advise if anything extra is needed for your destination country.
How Long Does It Take?
Timescales depend on FCDO processing times and which service you choose. Here's a rough guide.
Days with us
From receiving your document to submitting to the FCDO — we move fast.
FCDO processing
Standard FCDO processing typically takes 3–5 working days once submitted.
Return postage
We return your documents via tracked delivery — typically arrives within 1–2 working days.
Ready to Get Started?
Complete our simple online form and we'll handle everything from there.
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