Apostille for Bahamas

Notarisation of Documents for the Bahamas

If you require an apostille for Bahamas, the process is often straightforward. In many cases, documents that have been signed or authenticated by a UK notary public can be accepted for use without further legalisation. This position is supported by section 102(1)(a) of the Bahamian Evidence Act 1996. However, requirements can vary, so it is always important to confirm what the receiving authority requires.

Legalisation and Apostille Requirements for the Bahamas

Documents intended for use in the Bahamas do not usually need to be apostilled when a UK notary public has properly notarised them. Therefore, many documents can be used directly once notarisation is complete. However, in some situations, further consular legalisation may still be requested.

If consular attestation is required, the Bahamian Consulate can provide this service. This may apply, for example, where a document must then be legalised by another foreign embassy in the UK. In such cases, the consular fee applies, and processing is usually quick. For this reason, we can advise whether an apostille for Bahamas or further consular steps are needed in your specific situation.

Timeframes and Fees

Where consular legalisation is required, the fee is £80 per document. Turnaround times are typically one to two working days, depending on the circumstances.

London Contact

High Commission of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas
10 Chesterfield Street
London W1J 5JL
T.020 7408 4488
F.0207499 9937
E-mail: information@bahamashclondon.net

https://www.bahamashclondon.net/

Further Information

If you need more information about obtaining an apostille for Bahamas, please see our contact page below. You can call, text, or email us with any questions, and we will be happy to help.

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Apostille for Bahamas in London: next working day service

Need a UK document apostilled for use in Bahamas? Bahamas is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, so a UK Apostille from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is all your document needs to be accepted in Bahamas. No Bahamas embassy or consulate legalisation is required. Apostille Direct arranges apostilles for Bahamas in person in central London, every working day.

Next working day apostille for Bahamas: to get an Apostille on your document, drop the documents off at our office before 11:15 a.m. on a working day, and they will be ready by 2:45 p.m. the following working day.

Where to find us: located directly opposite CHARING CROSS TRAIN STATION: Room 102, Golden Cross House, 8 Duncannon Street, Westminster, London, WC2N 4JF.

Bahamas apostille prices

Apostille of one single UK document for use in Bahamas: £120 inc VAT
Notarisation and apostille for Bahamas: starting from £195 for the first document and starting from £105 for each subsequent document

Apostille for Bahamas: frequently asked questions

Do UK documents for Bahamas need embassy legalisation?
No. Bahamas is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, so the UK Apostille is enough.

How quickly can I get a UK apostille for Bahamas?
Drop your documents at our office opposite Charing Cross station before 11:15 a.m. on a working day, and they will be ready by 2:45 p.m. the following working day.

How much does an apostille for Bahamas cost?
Apostille of one single document is £120 inc VAT. Notarisation and apostille starts from £195 for the first document and from £105 for each subsequent document.