Apostilles can be daunting. We can help.

  • Knowledgeable

    Apostille requirements can be confusing. Legal standards and requirements vary between countries and jurisdictions. We can help navigate through the legal jargon to help you confidently submit paperwork.

  • Efficient

    The apostille process can be slow and tedious. We can’t make the bureaucracy speed up, but we can avoid delays by making sure that the documents are completely and correctly filled out. Our attention to detail streamlines the process.

  • Communication

    With so many agencies involved, it’s no surprise that the apostille process can leave you feeling left in the dark. With our role in the process, we stay in constant communication, so you can feel confident that your important paperwork is being handled correctly and promptly.

How the apostille process works:

An apostille is an official certification that authenticates a public document for use in another country. Here's how the process works:

Identify your documents

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Determine which documents need to be apostilled and confirm they are accepted for apostille certification. Common documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, powers of attorney, and notarized legal documents. Requirements vary by destination country, so we can help you confirm what's needed.

Notarize your documents (if required)

2

Some documents must be notarized before they can receive an apostille. If your document requires notarization first, we save you time and coordination by handling both.

Submit through our secure portal

3

Upload your documents through our secure portal. We reduce the risk of rejection or delay by reviewing them in advance to confirm they are complete and correctly prepared before submission.

We file with the state

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We submit your documents to the Washington Secretary of State's office, which is authorized to issue apostilles for Washington State documents. Processing time through the state is typically 4–6 weeks. We stay in communication throughout so you're never left wondering about status.

Receive your apostilled documents

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Your completed documents are returned to you ready for international use and are accepted in any of the 124 Hague Convention member countries.

Do I need an apostille or an embassy legalization?

If the destination country is a member of the Hague Convention, an apostille is all you need. If not, a different authentication process called embassy legalization is required. Not sure which applies to your situation? Contact us and we'll point you in the right direction.

Apostille Services

Online: 50 states and globally

In-Person: Washington (Snohomish county and surrounding area)

  • Immigration and visa applications

  • Power of attorney, affidavits, and other foreign legal documents

  • International business transactions

  • Study abroad applications

  • Income verification

  • Vital records such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, etc.

Apostille Pricing

$200 + processing fees.

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