Apostille for Belgium

Notarisation of Documents for Belgium

If you require an apostille for Belgium, your documents must be properly prepared before they can be used. First, you should arrange notarisation so the documents meet the required standards. This step is important because it allows the legalisation process to move forward smoothly. As a result, documents are accepted without unnecessary delay.

Legalisation and Apostille Requirements

Documents intended for use in Belgium require Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) legalisation only. No further consular legalisation is needed, because Belgium is a party to the Hague Convention of 5 October 1961. Once the apostille has been applied, the document can be used in Belgium without additional certification.

This process applies to many personal and commercial documents. However, correct notarisation is essential before submission. Therefore, careful preparation helps avoid problems later. We guide clients through each step and make sure the apostille for Belgium follows the correct procedure and current rules.

Timeframes and Fees

Processing times and fees depend on the type of document and the service selected. Further guidance on Foreign Office fees and expected turnaround times is available in our legalisation section.

London Contact

Embassy of Belgium
17 Grosvenor Crescent
London SW1X 7EE
T.020 7470 3700
M.07710 703 639
London@diplobel.fed.be

https://countries.diplomatie.belgium.be/en/united_kingdom/

Further Information

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

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Apostille for Belgium in London: next working day service

Need a UK document apostilled for use in Belgium? Belgium 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 Belgium. No Belgium embassy or consulate legalisation is required. Apostille Direct arranges apostilles for Belgium in person in central London, every working day.

Next working day apostille for Belgium: 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.

Belgium apostille prices

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

Apostille for Belgium: frequently asked questions

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

How quickly can I get a UK apostille for Belgium?
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 Belgium 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.