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Changes to fees for legalising UK public documents
New fees will be introduced from 1 January 2024.
The government will introduce new fees for getting UK public documents officially legalised on 1 January 2024. The last time fees were increased was 2016.
A legalised document is needed in many international transactions including overseas working visas and managing property.
| Service | Current fee up to 31 December 2023 | New fee from 1 January 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Standard service in the UK (plus postal costs) | £30 | £45 |
| Standard (Next-Day) | £30 | £40 |
| Digital e-Apostille | £30 | £35 |
| Urgent service in the UK | £75 | £100 |
| Overseas service (in addition to indirect costs, if any) | £30 | £40 |
Consular fees are reviewed in line with His Majesty’s Treasury guidance Managing public money.