An adoption document is an official record confirming the legal adoption of a child under UK law. This may include an Adoption Certificate, Court Order, or other documents issued by a UK authority or family court.

This document is often requested by:

• Foreign immigration and family law authorities
• Embassies processing child relocation or guardianship
• Overseas schools or health providers
• Government bodies handling citizenship or legal identity

Certification required: The adoption document must be an official copy issued by a UK court or registry. If it lacks a court seal or official signature, it must be certified by a UK solicitor or notary public before apostille.

Original document: The apostille will be applied to the official original or a solicitor-certified copy.

Not eligible for e-apostille: Adoption documents must go through the physical apostille process.

The document must include a court seal, registry stamp, or authorised signature.

Photocopies or informal versions must be certified before submission.

Some countries may require a certified translation and further embassy legalisation after apostille. Always check the destination country’s requirements.