Find answers to common questions about apostille services, processing
times, and document requirements.
General Questions
An apostille is an official certification that authenticates the
origin of a public document for use in countries that are part
of the Hague Convention. It verifies the signature, seal, or
stamp of the official who signed the document, making it legally
recognized in over 100 countries worldwide without requiring
further authentication.
Over 100 countries that are members of the Hague Apostille
Convention accept apostilles. This includes most of Europe,
Latin America, Australia, and many Asian countries. For
countries not part of the convention, we can assist with
alternative authentication methods through the U.S. Department
of State.
Yes! We provide apostille services nationwide to all 50 states.
You can mail your documents to us, or if you're in the New York
area, we offer mobile service where we come to you. Our
expertise covers the requirements for every state's
authentication process.
Processing & Timeline
Processing times vary by state and current workload. Standard
processing typically takes several business days to a few weeks
depending on the state. We offer rush processing for urgent
needs when available. Contact us for specific timeframes based
on your state and document type.
Yes, we offer rush processing for urgent deadlines when
available. The availability and timeframe depend on your
specific state's processing capabilities and current workload.
Contact us immediately if you have an urgent need, and we'll do
everything possible to accommodate your deadline.
Absolutely! We provide updates throughout the entire process and
include tracking information when we ship your completed
documents back to you. You'll always know where your documents
are and what stage of processing they're in.
Document Requirements
We can apostille a wide variety of documents including birth
certificates, marriage certificates, divorce decrees, death
certificates, diplomas, transcripts, corporate documents, powers
of attorney, affidavits, court orders, and other notarized
documents. The document must be issued by a U.S. authority and
properly certified before apostille.
In most cases, you need a certified copy or original document
with the proper seals and signatures. A regular photocopy
typically cannot be apostilled. For vital records like birth
certificates, you'll need a certified copy from the issuing
authority. We can guide you on the specific requirements for
your document type.
It depends on the document type. Vital records (birth, marriage,
divorce certificates) don't require notarization. However,
documents like powers of attorney, affidavits, and certain
business documents must be notarized before they can receive an
apostille. We offer mobile notary services and can assist with
this step.
Pricing & Payment
Pricing varies based on the type of document, state of issuance,
and processing speed. We provide transparent pricing with no
hidden fees. Request a free quote to get specific pricing for
your documents. State fees and shipping costs are additional.
We accept various payment methods including credit cards, debit
cards, checks, and money orders. Payment details will be
provided when you receive your quote. Payment is typically
required before we begin processing your documents.
In addition to our service fee, you'll pay state authentication
fees (which vary by state) and return shipping costs. All fees
are disclosed upfront in your quote—we believe in complete
transparency with no surprise charges.
Still Have Questions?
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your apostille needs.