Civil Partnership and Conversion of Civil Partnership Certificate
Notarisation Services for Civil Partnership and Conversion of Civil Partnership Certificate
Welcome to Wharf Notaries, a trusted notarial service provider in the UK. Our team of experienced notaries is dedicated to notarising, apostilling, and legalising Civil Partnership Certificates. Below, you’ll find essential information about the Civil Partnership and Conversion of Civil Partnership Certificates, along with our efficient process for their notarisation.
Civil partnerships are recognised in various forms both in the UK and worldwide. Certificates issued for a civil partnership often play a significant role for families, businesses, and legal entities.
For use abroad, a civil partnership certificate typically requires an additional level of authentication. Services such as notarisation and apostille confirm the document’s validity, ensuring it is recognised and accepted by foreign jurisdictions.
What Is a Civil Partnership and Conversion of Civil Partnership?
In the UK, a Civil Partnership is a legal relationship that grants same-sex couples (or opposite-sex couples in some countries) the same legal rights and responsibilities as a heterosexual marriage. It is a formal registration of their relationship with the government.
Conversion of Civil Partnership refers to the process by which a couple in a Civil Partnership can convert their partnership into a marriage. This is typically done by filling out a form and paying a fee to the government. Once the conversion is complete, the couple is considered legally married.
Why You Might Need an Apostille for a Civil Partnership and Conversion of Civil Partnership?
You might need an apostille for a Civil Partnership and the Conversion of a Civil Partnership Certificate if you plan to use the document in a foreign country.
An apostille is a certificate that authenticates the signature and seal of the official who signed the document. It is often required by foreign governments or organisations to ensure that the document is genuine and legally valid.
If you plan to use either of the certificates for legal purposes in a foreign country, you may need to obtain an apostille to ensure that the document will be recognised as valid.
What Documents Are You Required to Provide When Applying for an Apostille Certificate
To apostille a Conversion of Civil Partnership or a Conversion of Civil Partnership certificate, you will need the following:
- To complete our Client Registration Form
- One form of photographic identification such as a passport or driving licence
- One proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement
- The original certificate or a certified copy (the FCDO does not accept photocopies of a civil partnership and conversion of civil partnership certificates)
Process to Apostille a Civil Partnership and Conversion of Civil Partnership Certificate
To obtain an apostille, you will need to submit your Conversion of Civil Partnership Certificate and Conversion of Civil Partnership Document to the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Legalisation Office (FCDO).
There are two Legalisation Office counters in London (Premium Service) and Milton Keynes (Standard Service). We offer a premium same-day apostille service for urgent matters and a standard 3-5 working day apostille service if you are not in a rush.
Wharf Notaries can assist you with our fast and cost-effective services while walking you through every step of the process:
- Firstly you will need to complete our Client Registration Form to register as a client.
- You will need to obtain a certified copy of your Civil Partnership and Conversion of Civil Partnership Certificate from the General Register Office or the local authority where the partnership was registered.If your Civil Partnership and Conversion of Civil Partnership Certificate is a UK-issued certificate, notarisation won’t be required. This allows you to have the document apostilled directly.However, if it is not a UK-issued certificate, then you will need to provide our highly trained team with the original document and one of our experienced public notaries can assist you with notarising a copy of the document.
- If required, we will then have the document certified and apostilled at either of the available FCDO locations.
- Once this has been completed, we will email a PDF scan of the apostilled document and return the document to you.
We can provide exceptional services to assist you with notarising or obtaining an apostille or consular legalisation for your Civil Partnership Certificate if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Civil Partnership and Conversion of Civil Partnership Certificate
What is a Civil Partnership Certificate?
A Civil Partnership Certificate is an official document that confirms the legal union of two individuals in a civil partnership. It may be required for various legal purposes, including emigration, visa applications, or residency abroad.
Why do I need to notarise my Civil Partnership Certificate?
Notarisation is essential for Civil Partnership Certificates that lack an official signature or those issued in electronic format. This process verifies the authenticity of the document before it can be apostilled.
What is the process for notarising a Civil Partnership Certificate?
At Wharf Notaries, we verify the authenticity of your Civil Partnership Certificate and attach a notarial certificate to either the original or printed version, depending on whether the document is physical or electronic.
When do I need an apostille for my Civil Partnership Certificate?
An apostille is required when submitting your Civil Partnership Certificate to countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention, ensuring its legal recognition abroad.
How long does it take to apostille a Civil Partnership Certificate?
Processing time can vary based on the document type and issuing authority, but we strive to provide an efficient service to meet your needs.
Can you notarise an electronic Civil Partnership Certificate?
Yes, for electronic certificates, you must provide the original email containing the PDF. Our team will verify its authenticity and attach a notarial certificate to the printed version.
What other services do you offer for Civil Partnership Certificates?
In addition to notarisation and apostille services, Wharf Notaries can assist with consular legalisation and document translation if required.
How much does it cost to notarise and apostille a Civil Partnership Certificate?
Costs may vary depending on the specific services you require, such as notarisation, apostille, or legalisation. For a detailed quote, please contact us.