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What Is an Apostille?

An apostille is an official certification issued by the Secretary of State that verifies the authenticity of:

  • Notarized documents

  • Vital records (birth, marriage, death certificates)

  • School transcripts or diplomas

  • Business documents

  • Powers of attorney and affidavits

When you need to use U.S. documents abroad, simply notarizing them is not enough. Many foreign governments require an apostille (or authentication certificate) to confirm the legitimacy of your documents. This process can feel overwhelming — but I make it simple, reliable, and stress-free.

An apostille ensures that your U.S. document will be recognized as valid in countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention. For countries not part of the Hague Convention, documents require a different type of authentication, sometimes involving the U.S. Department of State and/or the embassy or consulate of the destination country.

Common Reasons You May Need an Apostille

  • Studying or working abroad

  • International adoptions

  • Dual citizenship applications

  • Getting married overseas

  • Conducting international business

  • Presenting legal documents in another country

My Services

  • Document Review & Preparation
    I ensure your documents meet the requirements before submission, saving you time and avoiding rejections.

  • Notarization (if needed)
    As a commissioned notary in Washington State, I can notarize documents prior to apostille processing.

  • Courier & Submission
    I handle the submission of your documents to the Washington Secretary of State (or other appropriate authority).

  • Pick-up & Delivery
    Once completed, I return your apostilled documents securely to you or ship them directly where they need to go.

  • Translation Services
    If your documents need to be translated for use abroad, I can connect you with certified translation services and include them in the process.

Why Choose My Apostille Services?

  • Trained on State, Federal, and Consular Processes

  • Fast Turnaround (expedited options available)

  • Mobile & Remote Support — I can come to you, or we can handle much of the process online

  • Transparent Pricing — clear, flat fees with no hidden costs

  • One-Stop Solution — notarization, apostille, and translation in one place

Service Area

Based in the Seattle metro area, I work directly with the Washington Secretary of State’s office, and I also handle documents requiring federal authentication. I serve both individual and business clients across Washington State and beyond.

Apostille Service Pricing

Standard Apostille Service

  • $125 per document (includes review, processing with the Washington Secretary of State, and secure return of documents).

Expedited Apostille Service

  • $175 per document (priority handling; typically 2–3 business days if available).

Additional Fees

  • Notarization (if required): $15 per signature (WA state maximum)

  • Certified Translation: $40 – $65 per page (depends on language and length)

  • Travel/Mobile Service: $25+ (within 10 miles of Everett; additional mileage may apply)

  • Shipping & Handling: At cost (FedEx, UPS, USPS with tracking)

  • After-Hours / Rush Handling: $25 – $50 surcharge