An apostille is a government-issued certification that authenticates a document for use in a country that is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention of 1961.

The cost of obtaining an Apostille varies depending on the type of document, the originating state, the issuing authority, the urgency of your need, and any requirements commanded by the destination. country

Processing time varies depending on document type, state, and destination country. Contact us for a customized timeline.

(Disclaimer: Timeframes are subject to government agency processing. We ensure accuracy but cannot guarantee outcomes based on country-specific legal changes.)

Yes, The Apostille & Notary Experts will obtain an Apostille for a document issued in another state, as long as it is an original version of the document. However, the process may involve additional steps, such as obtaining an updated certified copy of the document from the issuing state.

An Apostilled document issued for a country that is part of the Hague Convention of 1961 can be used in any of the Hague Member countries. An Authenticated document is issued for non-Hague countries and can only be used in the country for which it was issued.

Many countries require a certified translation of U.S. documents into their official language. We provide translations that meet official requirements.

For non-Hague countries, documents go through authentication and embassy legalization. This typically requires multiple steps with the Secretary of State, U.S. Department of State, and foreign embassy/consulate.

Examples include: birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, FBI background checks, diplomas, corporate documents, adoption records.

Whether or not a document with an electronic signature can receive an Apostille depends on the regulations of the issuing authority and the requirements of the destination country. There are several countries that will not accept an electronic signature at this time.