Apostilled documents in Birmingham for use in Romania

Birmingham apostille for Romania is issued by the FCDO Legalisation Office (PO Box 6255, Milton Keynes MK10 1XX); after Romania joined the Hague Convention in 2001 a fresh certified copy can be ordered from the Birmingham Register Office, Holliday Street, Birmingham B1 1TJ.

Birmingham → Romania

Hague Members

Destination Romania

Destination status Hague Convention member

Issued by The Legalisation Office (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office)

Standard turnaround Up to 25 working days, plus postage

Information validated 18 August 2026

Complete Guide

Birmingham Apostille for Romania

Your UK document requires proper authentication before use in Romania — this guide explains exactly how to get a Birmingham apostille for Romania.

In this guide

Apostille vs. Embassy legalisation for Romania
Romania's Hague status & what it means
The Birmingham → Romania route step by step
Destination-specific requirements
Cost & timing for this route

Apostille vs. Embassy legalisation for Romania

If you have a UK document destined for use in Romania, the law sets out how it must be validated. Exactly what is needed depends on where and how the paper will be used. For document legalisation for Romania from the UK, the vast majority of cases require only an apostille. This certification comes from the Legalisation Office in Milton Keynes and confirms the signature and seal on your British paperwork. Once acquired, it is valid for any official use across Romania including courts, companies and government bodies, without the need for further steps at a consulate. Only in highly specific circumstances would a paper bear both an apostille and consular stamp, such as certain company registrations.

Romania's Hague status & what it means

Romania has been part of the Hague Convention since 2001, which simplifies the validation process between countries. An apostille from United Kingdom to Romania serves as full proof of your document’s authenticity under international law. This streamlined approach applies to a wide range of personal and business papers, including marriage certificates, educational diplomas, and company registration extracts. Because both the UK and Romania recognize apostilles, officials in Romania will accept your apostilled document without requiring additional verifications. This makes preparing your papers much simpler and more predictable compared to non-Hague countries.

The Birmingham → Romania route step by step

To get an apostille for Romania, start by obtaining a fresh certified copy from Birmingham Register Office if you need to protect an irreplaceable original. The office on Holliday Street can issue a duplicate of your birth, marriage, or death certificate with an official signature. Once you have your document ready, send it to the Legalisation Office in Milton Keynes for the apostille. This certificate will be attached directly to your paperwork, confirming its legitimacy. The Legalisation Office handles all UK apostilles by post, as there are no public counters for this service.

Destination-specific requirements

Understanding what you need for an apostille for Romania helps avoid delays. Most personal documents must be officially translated into Romanian to be accepted by authorities there. The translation should be done by a certified translator registered in Romania or approved by the Romanian Ministry of Justice. Academic and professional qualifications may also require verification by the relevant professional body before they are recognized. Business documents such as articles of incorporation might need additional notarisation or certification before the apostille can be applied.

Cost & timing for this route

The official fee for a standard postal apostille service is set at £45 per document. A faster option exists but is available to registered business customers through a special rate. Turnaround times can vary depending on service levels and volumes at the Legalisation Office. Seasons and holidays can affect how quickly your application is handled, so it is best to allow extra time. The Birmingham Register Office has its own processing schedule for certified copies, which operates independently of the Legalisation Office’s timeline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Birmingham → Romania apostille FAQ

How long does the Birmingham apostille for Romania take?

The Birmingham apostille for Romania is produced by the FCDO Legalisation Office in Milton Keynes. This office only handles requests by post, so you send the required papers and wait for the result. The usual turnaround is measured in a few weeks, allowing sufficient time for the Romanian authority to receive the stamped record. A common mistake is to expect same‑day service, which the office does not provide. After you receive the apostilled copy, you can forward it to the Romanian consular desk that will accept it.

What office issues the apostille for a Birmingham document destined for Romania?

The competent authority for issuing an apostille on documents from Birmingham is the Legalisation Office of the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. This office applies a single stamp that confirms the signature of the originating public authority. Because the office works by post, you address your request to PO Box 6255, Milton Keynes MK10 1XX and include a clear envelope. Some applicants mistakenly send their papers to the Birmingham Register Office, which only provides certified copies and does not attach apostilles. Once the apostille is attached, the document is ready for presentation to the Romanian receiving body.

Can I use an original birth certificate for Romania, or do I need a certified copy?

For civil records such as birth, marriage or death certificates, Romanian officials expect a certified copy rather than the original paper. The Birmingham Register Office can issue a fresh certified copy of any such record, ensuring the original stays safely with the register. A certified copy carries the Register Office’s seal and signature, which the apostille later confirms as authentic. A frequent error is sending an un‑certified original, which may be refused despite the apostille. Order the fresh certified copy first, then forward it to the Legalisation Office for the apostille stamp.

What fee applies to obtaining an apostille for a Birmingham document used in Romania?

An official fee applies for each document that receives an apostille from the Legalisation Office. The standard postal service charge is £45 per document, while businesses that qualify for the next‑day registered service pay £40 per document. The fee covers the cost of the stamp and the administrative handling of the request. It is a mistake to assume the fee includes any translation or courier costs, which are separate considerations. Include the exact fee amount with your request to avoid delays caused by incomplete payment.

Are there any language or translation requirements for Romanian authorities when I submit an apostilled document?

Romanian authorities require that any supporting text accompanying an apostilled document be presented in Romanian. The apostille itself is produced in English, but the receiving office will ask for a sworn translation of the underlying record into Romanian. You can obtain such a translation from a qualified translator who signs an asseverazione before a local court, after which the translation can be attached to the apostilled file. A typical oversight is to submit only the English version, which the Romanian desk may return for translation. Ensure the Romanian translation is clearly linked to the apostilled document before you deliver it to the consular office.

How It Works

Four steps to your Romania-ready apostille

No office visits, no queues. The entire process is handled remotely and you track every step in real time.

Prepare your document

Obtain the original document (or a certified copy) you need to use abroad, and check whether it must be notarised first.

Confirm the requirements

Verify the document is eligible for an apostille.

Submit to The Legalisation Office

The apostille is issued by The Legalisation Office, the competent authority. The government fee is £45 / document (standard postal); £40 / document next-day (registered businesses).

Receive your apostille

The authority attaches the apostille certificate, making the document valid abroad with no further embassy legalisation.

Where to go

Where Birmingham documents are certified and apostilled

These are two different offices doing two different jobs. The local register office issues the certified copy of a Birmingham birth, marriage or death record — check its current appointment rules before going. The apostille itself before use in Romania comes from the FCDO Legalisation Office, the UK's single competent authority, which accepts documents by post rather than in person.

Birmingham Register Office

Certified copies of civil records (birth, marriage, death)

Holliday Street, Birmingham B1 1TJ

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FCDO Legalisation Office

Issues the apostille — UK-wide, by post

PO Box 6255, Milton Keynes MK10 1XX

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