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Who Needs Educational Document Apostille?
- Students accepted to international universities or graduate programs requiring authenticated transcripts
- Professionals seeking employment or professional licensure in foreign countries
- Teachers, professors, and educators relocating internationally for academic positions
- Healthcare professionals applying for foreign medical, nursing, or pharmacy licenses
- Immigration applicants providing proof of education for visa qualification or credential assessment
- Individuals applying for foreign residency or citizenship based on professional qualifications
Required Documents
- Original diploma or degree certificate (or a notarized true copy)
- Official sealed transcript from the institution's registrar office
- GED certificates, high school equivalency diplomas, or completion certificates
- Professional licenses, certifications, or board certifications (notarized copies)
- Letters of enrollment, recommendation, or academic standing (notarized)
Common Causes of Rejection
- Diplomas and transcripts almost always require notarization before apostille — they are not government-issued documents
- The notary who certifies the copy must be commissioned in the same state where you request the apostille
- Photocopies of diplomas without proper notarization are not eligible for apostille
- Foreign-issued educational documents cannot receive a U.S. apostille — only U.S. credentials qualify
- Some countries require WES, ECE, or other credential evaluation in addition to apostille
Apostille vs. Notarization
A notarization only verifies a signer's identity. An apostille is a government-issued certificate that authenticates a document for international legal use in 120+ Hague Convention countries. Most foreign governments require an apostille — a notarization alone is not sufficient.
How Long Does It Really Take?
State apostilles typically take 3–10 business days. Federal documents (FBI checks) take 4–8 weeks standard. We offer expedited processing that can reduce most state apostilles to 1–3 days. Every order includes real-time status updates.
Have Your Documents Ready?
Submit your documents for apostille processing today. Our team reviews every submission to ensure it meets state and federal requirements — avoiding rejections and unnecessary delays.
Free document review included — we check your documents before processing to prevent rejections.
How the Apostille Process Works
Gather Your Educational Documents
Prepare your diploma, degree certificate, or official sealed transcript. Transcripts should remain in their sealed envelopes if provided that way. Diplomas may need a notarized copy to protect the original.
Notarization Preparation
Most educational documents require notarization before apostille. A notary public certifies the document or a true copy of it. The notary must be commissioned in the state where the apostille will be processed.
State Apostille Processing
We submit your notarized educational documents to the Secretary of State in the state where the notary is commissioned. Processing timelines and fees vary by state.
International-Ready Academic Credentials
Your apostilled educational documents are returned via secure tracked shipping — ready for foreign universities, employers, licensing boards, or government agencies.
Before You Submit — Avoid Delays & Rejections
What We Accept
- • Original or certified copies only
- • Documents with official seals/stamps
- • Properly notarized documents
- • Government-issued vital records
- • Active, non-expired documents
Common Rejections
- • Photocopies or scans (no originals)
- • Hospital birth certificates
- • Decorative/commemorative certificates
- • Unsigned or unnotarized documents
- • Foreign-issued documents
How to Avoid Delays
- • Include destination country details
- • Verify document recency requirements
- • Use certified copies, not originals you can't replace
- • Include all pages of multi-page documents
- • Request rush processing for tight deadlines
Not sure if your document qualifies? Submit it and our team will review it for free — we'll let you know before processing.
Not sure where to start? Contact us and we'll walk you through the requirements for your specific document and destination country.
Start Apostille OrderFrequently Asked Questions
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Why Choose 1Apostille
All 50 States
Nationwide coverage — we process apostilles from every U.S. state and the federal government.
Immigration Experts
Thousands of immigration documents processed for USCIS, consulates, and foreign agencies.
Transparent Process
Real-time order tracking, upfront pricing, and clear timelines — no surprises.
Document Care
Every document is handled securely with tracking, insurance, and careful processing.
Don't Wait — Start Your Apostille Order Today
Immigration deadlines, court filings, and international requirements don't wait. Our team processes thousands of apostille orders every year — let us handle yours.