About
National Apostille is the United States' leading provider of document authentication, apostille certification, and embassy or consulate legalization services. Whether you need a birth certificate authenticated for international use, an FBI background check apostilled for immigration purposes, or a diploma legalized for a foreign employer, National Apostille manages the entire process on your behalf. The service covers all 50 U.S. states, the Secretary of Washington D.C., and the U.S. Department of State, with offices in major cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Washington D.C., Miami, Chicago, Denver, Houston, and Seattle. Supported document types include birth, death, and marriage certificates, divorce decrees, powers of attorney, school transcripts, diplomas, passports, driver's licenses, FBI background checks, and more. National Apostille also offers translation services and can process documents destined for any Hague Convention member country or requiring embassy/consulate legalization. Their staff is available Monday through Saturday from 8am to 7pm, with Spanish-speaking support (Se Habla Español) available. Clients can track their order status online and reach customer support via phone or email. The company is a registered service provider with the Secretary of State Authentications division and holds a 5-star customer satisfaction rating.
Key Features
- Nationwide Coverage: Processes apostille and certification requests from all 50 U.S. states, Washington D.C., and the U.S. Department of State.
- Wide Document Support: Handles birth certificates, FBI background checks, diplomas, marriage certificates, powers of attorney, passports, and many more document types.
- Embassy & Consulate Legalization: Provides full embassy and consulate legalization services for countries requiring authentication beyond the standard Hague apostille.
- Translation Services: Offers certified document translation alongside apostille processing to meet international submission requirements.
- Online Order Tracking: Clients can monitor the status of their document orders online and receive support Monday–Saturday via phone or email.
Use Cases
- Apostilling a birth certificate for dual citizenship or international adoption proceedings
- Authenticating an FBI background check for a work visa or immigration application abroad
- Legalizing academic diplomas and transcripts for foreign university enrollment or job applications
- Certifying a power of attorney for use in international real estate or legal transactions
- Obtaining embassy legalization for documents destined for countries not covered by the Hague Convention
Pros
- Comprehensive State Coverage: Covers all 50 U.S. states plus federal-level processing, making it a one-stop solution for any domestic document.
- Bilingual Customer Support: Spanish-speaking (Se Habla Español) support is available, broadening accessibility for non-English-speaking clients.
- Experienced & Registered Provider: Registered with the Secretary of State Authentications division and rated 5 stars, indicating a proven track record.
Cons
- Paid Service Only: There is no free tier; clients pay for each document processed, which may add up for large batches.
- Processing Times Vary: Turnaround depends on the issuing state and destination country, and some orders may require additional waiting time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an apostille and when do I need one?
An apostille is a certification that authenticates the origin of a public document for use in foreign countries that are members of the Hague Convention. You need one when submitting U.S. documents abroad for purposes such as employment, education, marriage, or immigration.
Which U.S. states does National Apostille cover?
National Apostille covers all 50 U.S. states, the Secretary of Washington D.C., and the U.S. Department of State in Washington D.C.
What types of documents can be apostilled?
Supported document types include birth, death, and marriage certificates, divorce decrees, FBI background checks, powers of attorney, school transcripts, diplomas, passports, driver's licenses, certificates of naturalization, and more.
What if the destination country is not a Hague Convention member?
For countries not party to the Hague Convention, National Apostille provides embassy or consulate legalization services as an alternative authentication pathway.
How can I check the status of my order?
You can track your order status online through the National Apostille website or contact their customer support team Monday–Saturday from 8am to 7pm by phone or email.
