Apostille Services

What is an Apostille?

An apostille is an official certification that validates the authenticity of a public document, such as a birth certificate, marriage license, or notarized document, for use in another country. It is issued by a designated authority in the document's country of origin and confirms that the signature, seal, or stamp on the document is genuine. Pursuant to the 1961 Hague Convention, this certification streamlines the process of international document recognition and eliminates the need for further legalization by foreign embassies or consulates. The apostille ensures that your documents are recognized and accepted abroad, making it an essential step for international legal matters, travel, or business transactions.

Let me help you with yours today! An Apostille is a form of authentication issued to documents for use in countriesthat participate in the Hague Convention of 1961. It certifies the authenticity of thesignature on the document, the capacity in which the signer was acting, andidentifies the seal/stamp which the document bears.Apostille is a form of authentication issued to documents for use in countriesthat participate in the Hague Convention of 1961. It certifies the authenticity of thesignature on the document, the capacity in which the signer was acting, andidentifies the seal/stp which the document bears.

Personal Documents (not limited to)
  • Birth Certificates

  • Marriage Certificates

  • Death Certificdates

  • Adoption Decrees

  • Background Checks

  • Personal Identification Documents (eg. Passport)

Educational Documents (not limited to)
  • HighSchool, College and University Diplomas

  • School Transcripts

  • Professional Licenses or Certificates

Government Issued Documents (not limited to)
  • FBI Background Checks

  • Naturalization Documents

  • Immigration Documents

Business-related Documents (not limited to)
  • Articles of Incorporation

  • Certificates of Origin

  • Power of Attorney

  • Commercial Invoices

  • Corporate Meeting Minutes

  • Operating Agreements

Legal Documents (not limited to)
  • Patents

  • Court Orders

  • Judgements

  • Trademarks

When documents are apostilled, the certificate of authentication is issued by the New York Secretary of State or the US Department of State depending on the document.
The documents must first be:
  • An original or Certified copy

  • Bear the signature, stamp or seal of the issuing authority

  • Must include a date of issuance

  • Must be professionally translated if translation is needed**

  • Corporate Meeting Minutes

  • Operating Agreements

**Transalation Services available!

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Types of Documents

**Areas in blue indicate members of the Hague Convention. Areas not in blue require additional authentication.

*Starting at $175 for the first Apostille/ $100 each additional.

*For countries not a part of the Hague Convention, Embassy Legalization is required. Starting at $350 for the first authentication.

*Delivery can take 7-10 business days. Expedited delivery available.