California Apostille Services
Need to use a California-issued document outside the United States?
We assist with apostille-related document processing and coordination with the California Secretary of State for countries participating in the Hague Apostille Convention.
From Oakland Directly to Official State Certification
Whether for dual citizenship, marriage abroad, commercial contracts, or teaching overseas, we handle document pre-check, California notarization, county certification (when required), and official Secretary of State apostille issuance.
Need an Apostille for Documents Issued in Another U.S. State?
By statutory law, documents issued outside California (such as Delaware corporate filings, New York vital records, or Texas marriage certificates) must be authenticated by their originating state Secretary of State. We process apostilles across all 50 U.S. states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico.
Apostille Services May Be Used For
The correct process depends on the document, issuing authority and destination country. Common documents include:
Vital Statistics Records
California birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage certificates.
Marriage & Divorce Records
Certificates of single status, dissolution decrees, and prenuptial agreements.
Powers of Attorney (POA)
General and special powers of attorney for property sales and foreign legal matters.
Diplomas & Transcripts
University degrees, high school transcripts, and notarized educational certifications.
Corporate & Business Docs
Articles of incorporation, certificates of good standing, bylaws, and resolutions.
Commercial Invoices & Contracts
Distribution contracts, agency agreements, and certificates of origin.
Notarized Instruments
Affidavits, declarations, parental travel consents, and adoption dossiers.
Other Public Documents
Court judgments, county clerk records, and state agency regulatory documents.
Our 5-Step Apostille Process
Review Your Document
We inspect the issuing authority, seals, dates, and receiving country requirements.
Determine the Path
Establish whether Hague Apostille, county certification, or full embassy legalization applies.
Complete Notarization
Perform California notarization or county recorder certification where applicable.
Submit to Authority
Liaise directly with the California Secretary of State for official certificate attachment.
Coordinate Return
Securely return your fully authenticated documents in person or via tracked courier.
All 50 States Apostille →
For documents issued outside California (e.g. Delaware, New York, Texas, Florida, Wyoming).
FBI Apostille Services →
Need an FBI background check apostilled for foreign employment or visa requirements?
U.S. Dept of State & Embassy Legalization →
For countries that do not participate in the Hague Convention (e.g., UAE, Qatar, China, Vietnam).