An Apostille is a form of authentication issued by the Secretary of State that makes a U.S. document legally valid for use in another country that is part of the Hague Apostille Convention. It verifies the signature or official capacity of the public official who signed the document.

An Apostille is used for countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. A Great Seal or authentication is generally used for documents being sent to countries that are not part of the Hague Convention. The type of certification needed depends on the destination country and the type of document being submitted. If you are unsure, contact us and we can help point you in the right direction.

• Birth, death, or marriage certificates
• School transcripts and diplomas
• Power of Attorney forms
• Notarized affidavits or declarations
• Corporate and business documents
• Background checks (state or FBI level)

In many cases, yes. Some documents must be original certified copies issued by the appropriate agency, while others may need to be notarized before they can be submitted for Apostille. We will review your document type and let you know exactly what is required.

For countries not in the Hague Apostille Convention, your document will go through a process called embassy or consulate legalization. We assist with those too, guiding you through authentication, U.S. State Department procedures, and embassy requirements.

1. Document Review: We check your document for eligibility and ensure it meets state or federal submission standards.
2. Notarization (if needed): If your document needs to be notarized first, we’ll handle that step.
3. Submission: We prepare and submit your document to the appropriate state or federal agency.
4. Tracking & Delivery: Your document is tracked, and you’re updated every step of the way.

Yes, we can assist with certain documents originating outside of Georgia. Processing times, requirements, and fees vary by state, so we review each request individually before moving forward.

• International marriage or divorce
• Dual citizenship applications
• International adoptions
• Studying or working abroad
• Foreign real estate or inheritance matters
• Immigration and visa processing

Yes. We facilitate:

• State-level Apostilles for documents like vital records, notarized forms, and diplomas
• Federal-level Apostilles for documents issued by agencies like the FBI, USDA, or federal courts

If the document is being used in a country that doesn’t accept English, a certified translation may be required. We offer coordination of certified translations + notarization + Apostille in one streamlined service.

Yes, we can assist with obtaining certified translations for certain document types. If your destination country or receiving agency requires a certified translation, contact us with the document details and language needed, and we’ll let you know the next steps, pricing, and turnaround time.

If you need a new certified copy of your birth certificate, one option is to order it through VitalChek. Requirements, fees, and availability vary by state. 

In some cases, yes. We may be able to assist with obtaining certified copies of certain documents, depending on the document type and issuing agency. Contact us with the details of your request to confirm availability.

• Standard State (Georgia Based) Apostilles: 2 business days
• Expedited State (Georgia Based) Apostilles: 1 business day (when available)

• Out of state Apostilles: Timelines vary based on the document state of origin specific procedures and processing times. Contact us with your document details, and we’ll confirm the turnaround time.

• Federal Apostille: 1–2 weeks via mail, or faster if couriered to D.C.

Yes. We may be able to assist clients who are located outside of Georgia depending on the document type and the state where the document originated. Contact us with the details of your request, and we will let you know whether we can assist and what the next steps would be.

Yes. We offer mobile notary services across Georgia and can meet clients at home, work, a law office, or any convenient location. Pickup and delivery options are also available for busy professionals or remote clients.

International shipping may be available upon request depending on the destination and shipping carrier options. Shipping costs, delivery times, and carrier options will vary. If you need your completed documents shipped internationally, let us know in advance so we can discuss available options.

No one can guarantee acceptance by a foreign country, embassy, consulate, or receiving agency. Acceptance depends on the receiving country’s rules, the type of document, and whether the document meets all requirements. Our role is to help guide you through the Apostille process and make sure your documents are submitted as correctly as possible.

Rush service may be available depending on the document type, where the document originated, and the current processing times of the issuing office. Contact us with your document details, and we’ll let you know whether expedited service may be an option.

Apostille service fees vary depending on the type of document, the state of origin, whether certified copies must be obtained, shipping needs, and whether the request is standard or expedited. Contact us for a quote based on your specific document request.

In many cases, yes. We may be able to notarize a document written in a foreign language as long as the notarization itself complies with Georgia law, the signer appears willing and aware, and we are able to communicate directly with the signer well enough to complete the notarial act properly. We do not verify the accuracy or legal sufficiency of the document’s contents.