Apostille and Legalization FAQs
🔹 What documents can be apostilled?
We commonly handle:
Birth, death & marriage certificates
School transcripts & diplomas
Power of attorney
Background checks (FBI or state)
Business & corporate documents
Notarized letters & affidavits
🔹 Do documents need to be notarized first?
Some do—especially personal and business documents. State-issued records (like vital records) usually don’t.
🔹 How long does it take?
Turnaround times vary by state:
Same-day to 72 hours for rush requests
1–3 weeks standard processing
Federal documents (e.g., FBI) may take longer
🔹 Can I apostille a copy of a document?
Only certified or notarized copies can be apostilled. Unsigned photocopies will not qualify.
🔹 Can you apostille a document from any state?
No. Apostilles must be issued by the same state where the document originated.
🔹 What’s the difference between an apostille and legalization?
An apostille is for countries in the Hague Convention. Legalization involves more steps and is required for non-member countries.
🔹 Do you handle the process for me?
✅ Yes! We offer full-service apostille support:
Notarization → Document Prep → Apostille Submission → Return Shipping.