Attestation & Legalisation of Documents

Attestation and Power of Attorney Services

The Consulate of Pakistan in Birmingham attests and legalises a variety of documents.

Requirements for attestation and legalisation vary depending on the nationality of the executant and the origin of the document. Please review the relevant requirements carefully before visiting the Consulate.

Simplification of Procedure for Issuance of Letters of Administration / Succession Certificates

Digital Power of Attorney

Automation of Power of Attorney - Apply Online

Digital Power of Attorney - NADRA Digital Power of Attorney - Apply Online

Important Information: Temporary Suspension of Digital Power of Attorney

Dear Applicants, please be informed that we are currently experiencing technical issues with the Digital Power of Attorney. The Digital POA process is temporarily suspended. Applicants are requested to wait for further updates or visit the High Commission in person.

Document Attestation Prerequisites

Documents Originating from Pakistan

All documents originating from Pakistan must first be attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Islamabad, or one of its Camp Offices before attestation or legalisation by the Pakistan Consulate in Birmingham.


Official / Public Documents Originating from the UK or Documents of British Nationals

Official or public documents originating from the UK, or documents of British nationals, must first be legalised by the UK Government Legalisation Office before submission to the Consulate.