Apostille Facilitation
Apostille facilitation takes the hassle out of getting your documents internationally recognized. We will act as your guide throughout the process, which can be complex and involve different steps depending on the document and destination country. We can help you understand the specific requirements, prepare the necessary paperwork, and ensure your documents are properly notarized and submitted to the appropriate government agency for apostille issuance. This saves you time, reduces the risk of errors, and provides peace of mind knowing your documents are on track for international acceptance.
What do we do?
Take advantage of our complimentary Pre-Check Service, where we meticulously review your documents to verify their readiness for authentication, at absolutely no cost to you. Rest assured, payment is only required once we confirm that your documents meet the necessary criteria. Throughout the entire process, our dedicated specialists will keep you informed with regular updates. Whether you prefer remote assistance via our online notarization portal or an in-person appointment, we accommodate both options for apostille and authentications. Reach out to us via text or email for further details and to schedule your appointment.
WHAT IS AN APOSTILLE?
Pronounced as either (ah-pos-tee) or (ah-pos-teel), an Apostille is a certification that is issued by the Secretary of State. It authenticates the signature of a public official on a document for use in a Hague Convention member country.
It makes a U.S. originated document legal for use in other countries.
WHAT IS AN AUTHENTICATION?
An Authentication is a certification that is issued by the Federal US Department of State. It authenticates the signature of a public official on a document for use in a non-Hague Convention member country.
DOCUMENTS YOU CAN APOSTILLE AND AUTHENTICATE
NEW YORK CITY BRITH CERTIFICATES
Our New York State apostille service is specifically designed for birth certificates issued by the New York City Department of Health. We offer apostille services for long birth certificate forms from any of the five boroughs of NYC.
NEW YORK STATE BIRTH CERTIFICATES
Our apostille service is available for birth certificates that are issued outside of New York City. These birth certificates may originate from local or county officials or the Vital Records Bureau of the New York State Department of Health.
OUT OF STATE BIRTH CERTIFICATES
We can help you apostille birth certificates form anywhere in the US.
DEATH CERTIFICATES
We have the capability to assist you in obtaining an apostille for Death Certificates issued by the New York City Marriage Bureau or the Vital Records Bureau of the New York State Department of Health.
DIVORCE CERTIFICATES
We have the capability to assist you in obtaining an apostille for Divorce Certificates issued by the Vital Records Bureau of the New York State Department of Health.
SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS AND DIPLOMAS
We are capable of issuing an apostille for various educational documents such as high school, college, or university diplomas, transcripts, and verification letters intended for foreign use.
LEGAL DOCUMENTS
We can assist you in obtaining an apostille for legal documentation such as Articles of Originations, Contracts, and Power of Attorneys.
MARRIAGE CERTIFICATES
We have the capability to assist you in obtaining an apostille for Certificates of Marriage issued by the New York City Marriage Bureau or the Vital Records Bureau of the New York State Department of Health.
Apostille and Authentication Turnaround Times
Get your documents Apostille & Authenticated swiftly by the New York Department of State, Secretary of State, within 3-5 Business Days using our expedited service. The standard processing time in New York is presently 14-21 business days. Obtain your Apostille from a Federal Agency in just 10-11 Business Weeks. Certain eligibility criteria apply.
Additional Information
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An Apostille is an authentication of a public document issued pursuant to the 1961 Hague Convention abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents. The Convention provides for the simplified certification of public (including notarized) documents to be used in countries that have joined the convention. Under the Hague Convention, signatory countries have agreed to recognize public documents issued by other signatory countries if those public documents are authenticated by the attachment of an internationally recognized form of authentication known as an Apostille. The Apostille ensures that public documents issued in one signatory country will be recognized as valid in another signatory country.
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A Certificate of Authentication is issued by the New York Secretary of State to authenticate public document for use in any country which is not a member of the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents. Please Note: Certificates of Authentication may also require an additional certification from the United States Department of State prior to submission to the foreign country.
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An Apostille or Certificate of Authentication issued by the New York Secretary of State is a one-page document with a blue laser printed facsimile of the New York Department of State Seal. Both the Apostille and Certificate of Authentication include the facsimile signature of the New York Secretary of State or his/her deputy.