WHAT IS AN ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION?
WHAT IS AN ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION?
What are Articles of Association?: Articles of Association are written rules about running a company agreed by the shareholders or guarantors, directors and the company secretary.
Category: Companies House
Can I Legalise?: Your articles of association can be legalised.
Acceptable Formats for Legalisation:
FCDO will accept the document in the following formats:
- Your original articles of association signed by an official of Companies House
- Your original articles of association not signed by an official of Companies House
- A photocopy or printout of your articles of association
Requires Solicitor/Notary Certification?: No, but original must contain a wet ink signature or a wet ink/embossed seal and a date from the issuing authority.
Requires Submission as Originals?: No.
Important Notes: Wet ink signature/seal/date if signed.
Common Use: Business registration, international trade.
Requires Embassy Attestation?: Yes, for non-Hague countries (e.g., UAE, Qatar).
GUARANTEED EXPRESS APOSTILLE SERVICE
GUARANTEED EXPRESS APOSTILLE SERVICE
To qualify for express processing, we must receive your documents before 12:30 PM at our Milton Keynes office.
We guarantee that your documents will be prepared and processed for apostille on the next working day, ensuring fast turnaround and maximum efficiency.
If your document requires solicitor certification, please note that an additional working day will be added to the processing time.
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
To ensure fast and accurate processing, please include a printed copy of your order confirmation or clearly write your order number (e.g., 12A-1234) on the envelope.
Delivery Address
Order Number: 12A-1234 (use your own order number)
12 Apostilles Services
100 Avebury Boulevard
Milton Keynes
MK9 1FH
United Kingdom
PROCESS AFTER YOUR DOCUMENTS ARE RECEIVED
PROCESS AFTER YOUR DOCUMENTS ARE RECEIVED
1. You will receive an instant email confirmation once your documents arrive safely at our office.
2. Our experienced team will carefully review your documents to ensure they meet the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) legalisation requirements.
3. If anything is missing or incorrect, we’ll contact you promptly to resolve the issue without delay.
4. Once approved, we submit your documents to the FCDO for apostille certification, using our fast-track 24-hour service for maximum efficiency.
QUICK AND SECURE DOCUMENT RETURN
QUICK AND SECURE DOCUMENT RETURN
1. At 12 Apostilles, we ensure your documents are legalised quickly and securely delivered.
2. Once your documents are apostilled, we collect them from the FCDO the very next day and dispatch them to your provided shipping address.
3. You’ll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number as soon as your documents are on their way.
4. Expect to receive your apostilled documents within 1–2 working days, ready for international use.
Articles of Association – Express Apostille Service
Articles of Association – Express Apostille Service
If you select “NO,” solicitor certification will be required, and we will arrange this as part of the process.
- You must send us the original document.
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WHAT IS AN ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION?
WHAT IS AN ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION?
What are Articles of Association?: Articles of Association are written rules about running a company agreed by the shareholders or guarantors, directors and the company secretary.
Category: Companies House
Can I Legalise?: Your articles of association can be legalised.
Acceptable Formats for Legalisation:
FCDO will accept the document in the following formats:
- Your original articles of association signed by an official of Companies House
- Your original articles of association not signed by an official of Companies House
- A photocopy or printout of your articles of association
Requires Solicitor/Notary Certification?: No, but original must contain a wet ink signature or a wet ink/embossed seal and a date from the issuing authority.
Requires Submission as Originals?: No.
Important Notes: Wet ink signature/seal/date if signed.
Common Use: Business registration, international trade.
Requires Embassy Attestation?: Yes, for non-Hague countries (e.g., UAE, Qatar).
GUARANTEED EXPRESS APOSTILLE SERVICE
GUARANTEED EXPRESS APOSTILLE SERVICE
To qualify for express processing, we must receive your documents before 12:30 PM at our Milton Keynes office.
We guarantee that your documents will be prepared and processed for apostille on the next working day, ensuring fast turnaround and maximum efficiency.
If your document requires solicitor certification, please note that an additional working day will be added to the processing time.
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
DOCUMENT SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
To ensure fast and accurate processing, please include a printed copy of your order confirmation or clearly write your order number (e.g., 12A-1234) on the envelope.
Delivery Address
Order Number: 12A-1234 (use your own order number)
12 Apostilles Services
100 Avebury Boulevard
Milton Keynes
MK9 1FH
United Kingdom
PROCESS AFTER YOUR DOCUMENTS ARE RECEIVED
PROCESS AFTER YOUR DOCUMENTS ARE RECEIVED
1. You will receive an instant email confirmation once your documents arrive safely at our office.
2. Our experienced team will carefully review your documents to ensure they meet the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) legalisation requirements.
3. If anything is missing or incorrect, we’ll contact you promptly to resolve the issue without delay.
4. Once approved, we submit your documents to the FCDO for apostille certification, using our fast-track 24-hour service for maximum efficiency.
QUICK AND SECURE DOCUMENT RETURN
QUICK AND SECURE DOCUMENT RETURN
1. At 12 Apostilles, we ensure your documents are legalised quickly and securely delivered.
2. Once your documents are apostilled, we collect them from the FCDO the very next day and dispatch them to your provided shipping address.
3. You’ll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number as soon as your documents are on their way.
4. Expect to receive your apostilled documents within 1–2 working days, ready for international use.

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How can I contact customer support if I have any questions or concerns about my order?
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What happens if my document is rejected by the FCDO?
Rejections typically occur if the document has no recognisable signature or stamp, is laminated, is a photocopy rather than an original or certified copy, or is a type not eligible for an apostille (e.g., a religious certificate). If this happens, you may need to obtain a corrected document or follow an alternative process.
How do I send my documents to 12 Apostilles from overseas?
Place your order online and follow the instructions for international posting. Use a tracked courier service, include your order number clearly, and ensure you comply with any pre-certification requirements. Once processed, 12 Apostilles returns your documents via a courier option.
How does the process with 12 Apostilles work?
1. Place your order online via 12 Apostilles.
2. Send in your UK-issued original or officially certified copy of the document.
3. Select whether you need the standard or expedited service.
4. Pay securely online.
5. Receive your apostilled document ready for international use.
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