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An apostille is a certificate that verifies a document is authentic so it can be legally used in another country. Common documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, powers of attorney, diplomas, and FBI background checks.

Common documents include birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, powers of attorney, diplomas, transcripts, corporate documents, adoption paperwork, court documents, and FBI background checks. If you're unsure whether your document qualifies, contact us and we'll review it for you.

Most California apostille requests are completed within 5–7 business days. Rush service is available, and processing times for out-of-state or federal documents (like FBI background checks) may vary.

Pricing depends on the type of document, issuing state, and processing requirements. Before any work begins, you'll receive a clear quote with no hidden fees so you know exactly what to expect.

Yes. We assist clients with documents issued anywhere in the United States. Requirements and processing times vary by state, and some documents must be submitted directly to the state where they were issued. We'll review your documents and guide you through the correct process.

In most cases, the original document or a certified copy is required. For vital records such as birth, marriage, and death certificates, the document must typically be a certified copy issued by the appropriate government agency.

Apostilles are accepted by more than 120 countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention, including Mexico, Spain, Italy, Germany, Brazil, Japan, South Korea, France, and many more. Non-member countries require an embassy authentication instead.

An apostille is used for countries that are part of the Hague Convention. Authentication (also called legalization) is a multi-step process for non-Hague countries, often requiring U.S. Department of State and embassy certifications.

Yes. FBI background checks are federal documents and must be apostilled through the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. We manage the entire submission and return process for you.

Yes. Notarized documents (such as powers of attorney, affidavits, and copies of IDs) can be apostilled through the California Secretary of State as long as the notarization is current and properly executed.

Some documents may be submitted electronically, while others require the original document or a certified copy. Contact us and we'll let you know what is required for your specific document.

Apostilles do not include translation services. If your documents require certified translation for international use, we can help. We assist clients with both apostille and certified translation services, making the process simpler and more convenient. Requirements vary by country and document type.

No. Many apostille requests can be handled by mail, courier, or mobile appointment. Contact us and we'll explain the easiest option based on your document and timeline.

Yes. We provide apostille assistance throughout Riverside County, including Moreno Valley, Riverside, Perris, Corona, Jurupa Valley, Menifee, and surrounding communities. Mobile service is available by appointment.

Yes. We assist clients with certified translations for many types of personal, legal, academic, and business documents. Contact us for a quote and estimated turnaround time.

In many cases, yes. Depending on the document and destination country, a certified translation may be notarized and submitted for apostille. We'll help determine the correct process for your specific situation.

We can assist with translations in many commonly requested languages. Contact us with your document and language requirements for availability and pricing.