Apostilled documents in London for use in Kazakhstan

London apostille for Kazakhstan: issued by the Legalisation Office (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office) for UK documents destined for Kazakhstan, which joined the Hague Apostille Convention in 2001.

London → Kazakhstan

Hague Members

Destination Kazakhstan

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 19 August 2026

Complete Guide

London Apostille for Kazakhstan

Get your UK documents authenticated for use in Kazakhstan with an apostille from the Legalisation Office in the UK.

In this guide

Kazakhstan's status under the Apostille Convention
How to get your paperwork ready for Kazakhstan
What Kazakhstan specifically requires

Kazakhstan's status under the Apostille Convention

Since joining the Hague Convention in 2001, Kazakhstan has recognised documents with an apostille as valid proof for official purposes. This international agreement simplifies the authentication of papers between member countries. When you present a UK-issued document with an apostille for use in Kazakhstan, it will be accepted without further steps. The Legalisation Office in Milton Keynes handles all apostille requests from across the UK, including for those based in London. Their service validates the signatures and seals on British documents so they carry legal weight in Kazakhstan.

How to get your paperwork ready for Kazakhstan

Start by ensuring your document is in order for the apostille process. The Westminster Register Office provides certified copies of vital records like birth or marriage certificates, which you can use instead of your originals. With these in hand, you can prepare for an apostille from the United Kingdom to Kazakhstan. The Legalisation Office requires the paper to bear an official UK signature and seal before they will apply their certification. Their team checks each submission thoroughly before attaching the apostille certificate.

What Kazakhstan specifically requires

While Kazakhstan accepts the apostille system, there may be additional local requirements for your papers. Some documents might need translation into Russian or Kazakh before they are submitted to the authorities in Kazakhstan. These translations often require certification by a sworn translator approved by the Kazakh embassy in London. You should verify whether your intended recipient in Kazakhstan needs the apostilled document to be accompanied by a certified translation. The process for document legalisation for Kazakhstan is complete once the apostille is attached; any further steps depend on the specific use case.

Frequently Asked Questions

London → Kazakhstan apostille FAQ

How do I get a London apostille for Kazakhstan?

The Legalisation Office (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office) in Milton Keynes issues the apostille for all UK documents going to Kazakhstan. You send your paper and the fee to their PO Box 6255 address by post, as there is no public counter service. The standard turnaround takes up to 25 working days once they receive it, though registered businesses can choose a next-day service. Kazakhstan joined the Hague Convention in 2001, so this apostille alone will make your document valid there. Remember to use a certified copy of personal certificates like birth or marriage papers rather than risking your only original - Westminster Register Office can provide these at 317 Harrow Road.

Can I submit my application in person anywhere in London?

No, the UK's apostille service works entirely by post through the Milton Keynes processing centre. While Westminster Register Office in London provides certified copies of birth, marriage and death certificates, they do not handle apostilles. The certified copy you get from them must then be posted to the Legalisation Office. There is no counter at the Milton Keynes address for walk-in submissions. You will need to allow time for postal delivery both ways when planning your timeline.

Does my document need translation for use in Kazakhstan?

Kazakhstan requires all foreign documents to be translated into Kazakh or Russian by a certified translator. The translation should be attached to the apostilled document and may need its own certification. Some authorities in Kazakhstan also require the translator's signature to be notarised. Check with the specific organisation in Kazakhstan that will receive your papers, as their requirements can vary. It's best to arrange translation after receiving the apostille, as some translators need to see the certificate.

What if I'm not a business - can I still get faster service?

The next working day service is only available to registered businesses that have an account with the Legalisation Office. For private individuals, the standard processing time of up to 25 working days applies. The office works on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot expedite individual applications. Plan ahead and submit your papers well before your deadline to avoid delays. If you're working to a tight timeline, consider using the Royal Mail Special Delivery service for both sending and return postage.

How It Works

Four steps to your Kazakhstan-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 London documents are certified and apostilled

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

Westminster Register Office

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

317 Harrow Road, London W9 3RJ

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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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