Applying for a visa, emigrating, or taking a job overseas? Here's how to get your ACRO Police Certificate or DBS check legalised for international use.
This is the question most people get wrong. The two certificates serve different purposes:
For overseas use — visas, emigration and working abroad. This is the certificate most countries expect when you move overseas.
Primarily for UK-based roles. If you need it for abroad, it must usually be apostilled first.
Order your ACRO Police Certificate directly from ACRO Criminal Records Office (or obtain your DBS). You'll need the original for apostilling.
We receive and securely handle your original certificate throughout the apostille process.
The FCDO applies the apostille stamp, and we return your legalised document ready for your visa or job application.
Express processing is available. Tell us your deadline and we'll advise the fastest reliable option.