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Apostilles and U.S. Department of State Authentications

An Apostille is a certification that verifies and authenticates the signature and capacity of a public official who signed your document for use in another country. This authentication is required for documents to be recognized internationally—specifically, in countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention.
You may need an Apostille if your U.S. documents will be used abroad. Common situations include:

Moving to another country – Vital records (birth, marriage, death certificates), court-certified documents (divorce decrees, name change) often require an Apostille for residency or immigration purposes.

Conducting international business – Business formation documents, powers of attorney, or contracts may need Apostilles to be recognized overseas.

Adopting a child internationally – Adoption records and supporting affidavits usually require Apostilles.

Studying or working abroad – Schools and employers may ask for Apostilled diplomas, transcripts, or background checks.

Handling legal matters overseas – Wills, powers of attorney, or custody agreements may need Apostilles for use in foreign courts.

Buying or selling property in another country – Real estate deeds, agreements, and powers of attorney often need Apostilles.
Birth, Marriage, and Death Certificates

Power of Attorney

School Diplomas & Transcripts

Business Agreements

Court Orders & Adoption Papers

FBI Background Checks

Medical & Travel Authorizations
Absolutely. For non-Hague countries, the process is more detailed than the standard apostille procedure. Your documents will require a multi-step authentication and legalization process to be recognized abroad.

Here’s what that typically includes:

The document must first be notarized correctly by a commissioned notary public.

Next, it’s authenticated by the California Secretary of State.

The document then goes to the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. for federal authentication.

Finally, it must be legalized by the embassy or consulate of the country where it will be used.
Yes, if you need a U.S. apostille while residing outside the country, you don’t have to travel back to the United States to get it done. You can mail your documents directly to the appropriate Secretary of State’s office or the U.S. Department of State Office of Authentications. For added convenience, many individuals choose to work with a professional apostille facilitator, who can handle the process on your behalf to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

If you’re unsure where to begin or which documents qualify, I can help guide you through each step of the process with clarity and confidence.
Yes, as long as the document is properly notarized or certified in English. If your document is in another language, certified translation services are available in 100+ languages to ensure proper submission. Check with your intended recipient in a foreign country as they may require that a certified translation of the document be attached. In some cases, they want the notarized affidavit of translation also to have an apostille. Please check with requesting authority to be sure your documents will be accepted.
Yes. We facilitate Apostilles and Authentications from all 50 U.S. states and for federal documents through the U.S. Department of State, depending on the issuing authority.
Some documents must be notarized before they can receive an Apostille. Examples include Power of Attorney, affidavits, or letters of authorization. Vital records such as birth or marriage certificates must be certified copies issued by the County Clerk or State Registrar, not notarized copies.

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I’m Gina, a Certified Apostille Agent and Commissioned Notary Public, dedicated to making document authentication simple and stress-free. I provide mobile notary and apostille facilitation for personal or business documents from vital records and powers of attorney to FBI background checks—fast, reliable, and done right the first time. I’ll guide you through the process with professionalism, integrity, and care.

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