Apostille FAQ
Served 123 LLC coordinates apostille processing for U.S. documents to be recognized abroad — providing clear intake, secure handling, and disciplined follow-through from submission to return.
- Vital records — birth, marriage, death certificates
- Court documents — orders, decrees, judgments
- Corporate documents — good standing, resolutions
- Academic records — diplomas and transcripts
- Notarized documents — POA, affidavits, legal letters
An apostille is a government-issued certification that authenticates a U.S. public document for legal recognition in certain foreign countries. It verifies the origin of the document and the authority of the signing official — allowing it to be accepted abroad without further authentication.
Common documents include:
- Birth, marriage, and death certificates
- Divorce decrees and court orders
- Corporate documents (certificates of good standing, resolutions)
- Powers of attorney and notarized statements
- Diplomas and academic transcripts
- Notarized affidavits and legal letters
Requirements depend on the destination country and the document type. Countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention accept apostilles. For non-member countries, a different authentication chain may be required.
Provide the destination country and issuing state and we will confirm the correct workflow and any additional steps needed before work begins.
Timelines vary by issuing authority and processing volume. After intake, we provide a clear estimated timeframe and keep you updated as the request progresses. Expedited processing may be available for certain states and document types — include any deadline at intake.
Email info@served123.com with the document type, issuing state, and destination country. We will provide instructions, pricing, and where to send originals or copies (as applicable).
Pricing depends on the number of documents, issuing authority, and delivery method. Quotes include applicable government and courier fees, provided up front before any work begins. No hidden costs.