What is an Apostille?
Apostille documents serve as a simplified means of authenticating public documents for international use. Established by the Hague Convention of 1961, these certifications ensure that documents are recognized between member countries without additional verification.
If the country where you want to use your document is on the 1961 Hague Convention member list, you will need an apostille.
Documents such as vital records issued by a U.S. state will need an apostille from that state's secretary of state.
Federal documents will need an apostille from the U.S. Department of State.
What is the difference between an Apostille and Authentication?
If the country where you want to use your document is not on the 1961 Hague Convention member list, you will need an authentication certificate from the Department of State for it to be valid.
Apostille of Personal Documents
Used for employment or studying abroad/ out of the country
School transcripts
Passports
Driver’s licenses
Medical records
Business Documents
Price $150-$250
Does not include fee for expedited processing or expedited shipping fees or international consulate/embassy fees
Apostille of Legal Documents
May be needed for international travel of minors, power of attorney or other court orders
Power of Attorney
Court Orders
Affidavits
Price $150-$250
Does not include fee for expedited processing or expedited shipping fees or international consulate/embassy fees
Apostille of Vital Record
Most common vital Records include:
Marriage License
Divorce Decree
Birth Certificate
Death Certificate
Proof of No Marriage
If you need a vital record such as the items listed above Apostilled or Authenticated and you do not have the document you may order your certified vital record at https://www.vitalchek.com. Once you receive the certified copy you can then schedule an appointment below to start the process of Apostille or Authentication.