Stop - You Cannot Use an Apostille for Ghana!
Ghana requires special handling that differs from Hague Convention countries. The standard document legalisation for Ghana uses a complete embassy chain that includes but goes beyond an apostille. The Derby Register Office on Full Street provides certified copies of birth, marriage and death records via post or in person. Since the Legalisation Office in Milton Keynes can only apostille papers once, and Ghana then needs more steps, the typical Derby → Ghana route means getting everything in order before sending any signed papers out.
How the Full Embassy Legalisation Works from Derby
Start by obtaining a fresh civil record from the Derby Register Office, Ministry of Justice, or other issuing department. For birth, marriage, and divorce certificates, request a certified copy specifically to keep your original safe. The process of apostille from the United Kingdom to Ghana involves three official steps that require you to first get the document apostilled by the Legalisation Office in Milton Keynes, then send it to the Ghana High Consulate in London for additional visa-style stamps. None of the offices require appointments; work by post as needed.
Derby Office Paperwork & Official Fees
The starting point for an apostille for Ghana is paying the basic government charge to the Legalisation Office for their part. Additional consular fees at the Ghana High Commission apply on top of this, which scale based on whether your paper is a personal, company, or educational record. While getting what you need for an apostille for Ghana, remember that each signature might need a separate look. Save time by ensuring all forms are filled in completely before sending them off and checking with any specialist translators early.