Apostille UK Documents for the Netherlands

Fast, reliable apostille services for UK documents to be used in the Netherlands. We handle the FCDO apostille so your documents are ready for Dutch residency, marriage and family matters.

Apostille from just

£82
  • Includes FCDO Apostille
  • Government Fees Included
  • Secure Delivery Worldwide
  • Regular Order Updates

Why Apostille Documents for the Netherlands

If you need to use a UK document in the Netherlands for BRP registration, marriage at the gemeente, residency or family-law matters, it will need an Apostille certificate. UK birth and marriage certificates, decree absolutes and certificates of no impediment are the most commonly apostilled UK documents for Dutch use.

The Netherlands is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, with the Convention having entered into force in 1965. Once your UK document has been apostilled by the FCDO, no further attestation at the Dutch Embassy is needed for the document to be accepted by Dutch authorities.

Top 4 Most Common Documents for the Netherlands

These are the most frequently apostilled UK documents for use in the Netherlands.

Document typeImportant notesApostille fee
Birth Certificate
Full UK birth certificate
Required for BRP registration, marriage in the Netherlands and many residency matters. Long-form GRO certificate required.
£82.00
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Marriage Certificate
UK marriage certificate
Required for spouse-based residency, registration of foreign marriages and family-law matters in the Netherlands.
£82.00
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Decree Absolute
Final divorce order issued by an English or Welsh court
Needed for any second marriage in the Netherlands or to amend marital status in Dutch civil records.
£94.00
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Certificate of No Impediment
Certificate confirming there is no legal obstacle to marriage abroad
Mandatory for British nationals marrying in the Netherlands. Issued by your local UK register office.
£82.00
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Important Information for the Netherlands

The Apostille Process for the Netherlands

A simple 4-step process to get your documents apostilled for use in the Netherlands.

Apostille Process Timeline
Step 1
Place Your Order
Choose your document type and delivery speed. Post your documents to us.
Step 2
We Check & Prepare
We review your documents and ensure everything is in order for the Apostille.
Step 3
FCDO Apostille
We submit your documents to the FCDO in person and obtain the official Apostille certificate.
Step 4
Return Delivery
Your apostilled documents are returned via your chosen delivery method. Tracked delivery options are available.
Fast turnaround - Next Day Apostille Service
Fully tracked service
Secure handling of your documents
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The Netherlands has been a Hague Apostille Convention member since 1965. A UK document apostilled by the FCDO is recognised directly by Dutch authorities without any further legalisation at the Dutch Embassy.

We complete most apostille orders in just 1-2 working days plus return delivery.

Usually, yes. Dutch authorities usually require a sworn translation (beedigde vertaling) into Dutch, completed by a translator on the Dutch Register of Sworn Interpreters and Translators (Rbtv). The translation is most often arranged in the Netherlands.

British couples marrying at a Dutch gemeente typically need apostilled UK birth certificates, a Certificate of No Impediment, and (if previously married) decree absolutes.

The apostille itself does not expire. However, Dutch gemeentes commonly require civil certificates to have been issued within the last 6 months, so plan ahead.

Hague Apostille provides a fast and reliable UK apostille service with clear guidance, quick turnaround times, and secure handling of documents, ensuring your documents are accepted overseas without unnecessary delays.

Apostille Prices

Fast apostille – 1 to 2 days legalisation service

Express Apostille Service

£82

Per document

For government and public documents

GRO Certificates (Birth, Marriage, Death)
ACRO and NPCC Record Checks
Certificate of No Impediment
Court Documents, HMRC Certs
Notarised Documents

Inclusive service
  • Document Checks
  • Fast Submission to FCDO
  • Customer Support
  • Order Tracking
Express Solicitor & Apostille

£94

Per document

Documents requiring certification

Degrees, Masters etc. – DBS
Company Documents
School, College, Uni Letters
Passports, Driving Licence
Employment Letters

Inclusive service
  • Document Checks
  • Solicitor Certification
  • Fast Submission to FCDO
  • Order Tracking
Set of Documents

£130

Per set of documents

Preparing a bound set of documents

Set of Academic Documents
Set of University Certificates
Set of Company Documents
Set of Personal Papers
(not suitable for other documents)

Inclusive service
  • Document Checks
  • Solicitor Certification
  • Fast Submission to FCDO
  • Order Tracking

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