Apostilles and authentication certificates verify signatures, seals, and stamps on public documents for use outside the United States. Here's everything you need before submitting.
Apostilles are used for documents being presented abroad — not domestically within the United States. Every submission must include a destination country outside the U.S.
If your destination country is not a participant in the Hague Apostille Convention, it may require an authentication certificate instead. Our team confirms the correct certificate type during document review at no extra charge.
Issued when the destination country participates in the Hague Apostille Convention. A single certificate authenticates the document for acceptance abroad.
Required when the destination country is not a Hague participant. Typically involves additional steps including embassy or consulate legalization.
We default to True Copy Apostilles — faster, more affordable, and no need to mail your originals. Simply upload a clear scan and we handle the rest.
Our default service for most documents. Upload a scan — no mailing required.
Required by some authorities. You must mail your original document.
Clear, complete uploads are essential for timely processing. We will contact you if anything needs correction before work begins.
Full-color scans are preferred. Black-and-white is acceptable for corporate documents such as Certificates of Good Standing and Articles of Organization.
Include every page of the document — front and back where applicable. Missing pages are the most common cause of processing delays.
Edges, seals, and stamps must be fully visible in the scan. Do not crop or trim any part of the document image.
All signatures and official seals must be clear and legible. Blurry or obscured seals may require a new scan before processing can begin.
Not sure if your document qualifies? Submit it and we'll confirm everything during our free review.