Frequently asked questions about apostille in the United States
Here you can clarify doubts or questions about apostille in the United States
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How we make the Apostille in the United States?
To obtain an apostille in the United States, you must submit your document to the correct government authority based on whether the document is state-issued or federal.
Here you will learn how to do it step by step.
1. IDENTIFY THE CORRECT AUTHORITY
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State-Level Documents: For documents like birth certificates, marriage licenses, or notarized letters, submit the request to the Secretary of State in the state where the document was issued.
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Federal-Level Documents: For FBI background checks, federal court records, or IRS documents, submit the request to the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Authentications in Washington, D.C.
2. PREPARE THE DOCUMENT
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Ensure the document is an original or certified copy.
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If the document is a private instrument (like a power of attorney), it must be notarized by a public notary before submission.
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Do not detach the apostille from the document once issued, as this may invalidate it.
3. SUBMIT THE REQUEST
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Complete the required application form (e.g., DS-4194 for federal documents).
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Include the processing fee (typically $2–$20 for state documents; $20 per document for federal).
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Include a stamped, self-addressed envelope for return, or use a courier account number.
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Submit via mail or in person (some states and the federal office offer walk-in services).
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Frequently asked questions about apostille in the United States
People frequently ask about apostilled documents in the United States because the process involves navigating multiple government entities and understanding specific eligibility rules that vary by document type and state.
Here you will learn from the most basic to the most complex aspects.
Our team is ready to help you at any time so that your apostille process is successful and meets all requirements.
What is apostille?
An apostille is a certificate that validates an official document for legal use in other countries.
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