Overview and Document Description
Local notarisation in United Kingdom plus Apostille certification, so the Adoption Certificate carries proper legal effect when submitted abroad.
Issuing Country and Eligibility
United Kingdom (new application for issuance)
Scope of Service Provided
official issuance of the Adoption Certificate by the competent authority in United Kingdom + notarisation before a local notary in United Kingdom + Apostille certification in United Kingdom
Main Purposes and Uses (examples)
legal eligibility reviews for intercountry adoption, visa and citizenship applications for adopted children, matching reviews by adoption agencies abroad, civil registration after adoption is finalized, eligibility reviews of adoptive families, post-adoption reporting documentation etc..