An Apostille is the authentication of a public officials signature for documents that will be used outside of the United States of America.  The Country of the documents destination determines whether the authentication is an Apostille or Certification.  
 

 
 

The Hague Convention of 1961 created a system of "legalizing" documents for universal recognition by the nations who are part of the Convention, therefore an Apostille is used and recognized by the member nations for acceptance of International documents.  Nations that are not a part of the Hague convention may still recognize an Apostille or a Certification for use of the international document in their Country, but the final determination is made by the Country of destination and the Secretary of States office. A list of Countries that participate in the Hague Convention are listed here Countries.

 
 
     
  Q.  What kinds of documents can be submitted for an Apostille?
A.  All kinds and types of documents including:-
 
 
 













Notarized Documents
Marriage Certificates
Divorce certificates
Power of Attorney
Affidavits
Birth Certificates
Transcripts/Diplomas (Contact your school Registrars office for a Notarized copy)
Adoptions
References and job certifications
Trademark and Patent Documentation
Certificates of non-marital status
Articles of Incorporation
Letter of Good Standing
Free Sale Certificates
 
 
  Please use Code YR2103 when contacting Apostille.  
     
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