We offer complete document Apostille, Authentication, and Embassy Legalization services, saving you the hassle of knowing the requirements of different government agencies. In addition, the process needs to be completed in a particular sequence, which we will carry out for you. We can take the guess work out of the documentation process for you.

So what is an apostille?

Document requirements for one country aren’t always the same for another. Their validity can be local to a certain region and differ from country to country. Sometimes records can be required or needed in another country but with so many different standards in effect, the need for a unified document was the key. In 1961 The Hague Conference on Private International Law established the Apostille. Apostille is an authentication certification, a stamp. It is designed for use among nations that participate in the Hague Convention. These joint regions are called signatory countries as formed by the Hague Conference on Private International Law.

Apostille only pertains to public documents. Primary examples of public instruments are marriage, birth and death certificates as well as court documents, patents and even diplomas.

The United States of America has been part of the Hague Convention since October of 1981. Apostille, coming from the French and meaning certificate, is a uniformly condensed and simplified mutually agreed upon document usable and accepted by these convention nations. Apostille seal proves validity and original signature source.

How to get an Apostille?

Getting documents apostilled can be a complex task especially if it is your first encounter with the entire document authentication subject. Our Apostille specialists will review your documents, and submit them to the Secretary of State in Florida.

Please feel free to contact us for any questions at 561-260-4101.