FCDO Document Requirements: Original Documents Required
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) requires original documents, such as Birth, Marriage, or DBS Certificates, for legalisation. Photocopies will be rejected, so ensure compliance to avoid delays. Check our document submission guidelines and learn about consular legalisation services to prepare your documents correctly.
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) does not accept photocopies of certain documents, whether submitted individually or as part of a bundle. To avoid rejection, ensure you provide original documents for the following:
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ACRO Police Certificate
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DBS Certificate
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Marriage Certificate
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Birth Certificate
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Death Certificate
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Civil Partnership Certificate
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Certificate of No Impediment
Important: Submitting photocopies of these documents will result in rejection by the FCDO. For a smooth legalisation process, refer to our document submission guidelines and explore our consular legalisation services to ensure compliance.