An apostille, sometimes called a state certification, is a form of authentication required for documents that will be used in foreign countries.
It verifies that a document is genuine and recognized by countries participating in the Hague Apostille Convention.
If the destination country is not part of the Hague Convention, additional authentication through that country’s Embassy or Consulate may be required.
B. Elise Notary Services LLC can help facilitate apostilles for many document types, including:
Here is how the apostille facilitation process works:
Florida apostille requests are typically completed within approximately 7 business days through the Secretary of State’s office.
Processing times for other states may range between 2 to 4 weeks depending on state requirements and mailing times.
We recommend planning ahead whenever possible to avoid delays.
As your Apostille Agent, B. Elise Notary Services LLC assists by:
Our goal is to help make the apostille process efficient, organized, and stress-free.
Apostille facilitation services start at $120.
Additional fees may apply depending on:
A detailed quote will be provided before services begin.
An apostille helps confirm that your document is legally recognized for use in another country.
It is commonly required for international legal matters, education, employment, business transactions, marriage, adoption, and immigration-related processes.
Yes.
For countries not participating in the Hague Apostille Convention, additional legalization through an Embassy or Consulate may be required.
B. Elise Notary Services LLC can help guide you through the additional authentication process needed for those countries.
Getting started is simple.
Gather your documents and submit your request through the Apostille Request Form.
Once your request is received, you will be contacted directly regarding document review, pricing, processing details, and next steps.
Can a document be apostilled if it is written in a language other than English?
Yes. A document may be apostilled even if it is written in a language other than English. In fact, some receiving countries require documents to be presented in their native language for acceptance.
The notarization process is generally handled the same way as any other document in the United States. The notary will verify the identity of the signer(s), witness the signature(s), and complete an English-language notarial certificate, such as a General Acknowledgment, which is attached to the document.
Once notarized, the document can be submitted for apostille through the Secretary of State in the state where the notary is commissioned. The apostille authenticates the notary's commission and signature—it does not certify, translate, or validate the contents of the document itself.