An Apostille is a certification that verifies the authenticity of a document for use in a foreign country that is a member of the Hague Convention. If you need to get a UK-issued document (such as a birth certificate, marriage certificate, academic qualification, or other legal documents) legalized for use in Oman, you will require an apostille.

Steps to Get an Apostille for Oman:

1. Obtain the Document:

• Make sure the document is issued by a recognized UK authority, such as a birth certificate from the General Register Office, or a diploma from an educational institution.

1. Check if the Document Needs to be Legalized:

• The apostille is generally required for official documents that will be presented in Oman for legal purposes, such as visas, employment, or immigration.

1. Get the Document Notarized (if necessary):

• Some documents may need to be notarized before an apostille can be applied. This applies to private documents, such as contracts or power of attorney, which are not automatically recognized by the UK authorities.

1. Apply for an Apostille:

• Where to Apply: In the UK, the apostille is issued by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO).
• How to Apply: You can apply for an apostille in one of the following ways:
  • Online: If the document is a UK public document (like a birth or marriage certificate), you can apply through the FCDO’s online services.
  • By Post: You can also send the document to the FCDO’s Legalisation Office for apostille processing.
  • In Person: If you’re in London, you can apply in person at the FCDO’s Legalisation Office, but this requires prior appointment scheduling.
• Documents that can be Apostilled:
  • Birth, marriage, or death certificates issued in the UK.
  • Academic qualifications.
  • Notarized documents.
  • Court documents or powers of attorney.
  • Documents relating to company formation or legal business matters.

1. Pay the Fee:

• The current fee for an apostille in the UK varies, but it’s generally around £30 for each document.

1. Receive the Apostilled Document:

• After processing, the document will have the apostille affixed, confirming its authenticity for use in Oman.

Specific Requirements for Oman:

• Language: Oman may require documents to be in Arabic. If the apostilled document is in English, it might need to be translated by an accredited translator before it is submitted to Omani authorities.
• Use of Apostilled Documents: Once apostilled, you can present the document to Omani authorities for legal purposes, including immigration, employment, or business processes.

Where to Get the Apostille in the UK:

• FCDO (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office)
• Location: The FCDO Legalisation Office is located in London, but you can also apply by post or online.
• Website: FCDO Legalisation Service

Final Considerations:

• Embassy or Consulate Legalisation: In some cases, the Omani embassy or consulate in the UK may require further legalization or verification after the apostille has been applied. This is rare but may be necessary for certain documents.

If you are unsure whether your specific document requires further steps after the apostille, you can contact the Omani Embassy in London or check with the relevant authorities in Oman.

Omani Embassy Contact (for further information):

• Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in London:
• Address: 167, Queens Gate, London SW7 5HE, United Kingdom
• Website: www.omanembassy.org.uk

This process ensures that your UK-issued document is accepted as authentic in Oman for official and legal purposes.