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It is extremely difficult to quote a client for an Apostille because there are many nuances every person is up against when it comes to having a document Apostilled correctly. First of all, we must see the documents to ensure they not be rejected by the State or Embassy. If the document is a Federal document, it must always be processed by the Department of Justice and generally skips the State level all together. Vital Records must always be Apostilled by the State that issued them. However, lots of documents today can be Notarized and either partially Apostilled online or even Apostilled entirely only. It truly is a case-by-case basis.
What State you process your documents in also play a factor in your cost. For instance, some States require larger fees and take longer where some States have lower fees and process same day orders.
Once you submit an order with us our team will develop the best course of action and the most cost-effective course of action to have your documents Apostilled or Authenticated.
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After we review your case, our quote will consist of the following itemized list when applicable: Secretary of State Fees or Department of State Fees, Per Document Filing Fees, Notary Fees, Runner Fees, Shipping Fees, and our Management Fee which starts at $50 and may range higher depending on the size and complexity of your request. Our goal is to always provide you the best quote for your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Apostilles and Authentications
What is an Apostille?
An Apostille is a type of authentication certificate attached to a public document to verify its authenticity for use in another country. In most cases, when having a document Apostilled or Authenticated in the United States the document must be Notarized prior to submission to the States Secretary of State office (Commonwealth in VA) where the document was notarized. Each State sets its own processes, turnaround time, and fees when it comes to obtaining an Apostille.
How Fast Can a Document Be Apostilled?
How quickly can a document be Apostilled really depends on a variety of factors such as what type of document it is, what country it is going to, and the State in which you have the document Apostilled. Fact: In many cases, you may use States that accept electronic signatures, charge lesser fees, and have faster turnaround times. This is another reason we ask for more information regarding your Apostille needs prior to providing a quote.
Why Does it Matter What Type of Document I am Presenting for Apostille?
The type of document matters to a professional Apostille Agent because it will determine the course of action for that specific document to have the document authenticated. For example, an original Birth Certificate must always be Apostilled in the State that it was issued because it's a vital record- this is true of all vital records. A Federal Document on the other hand skips the State's office and heads straight to the Department of States Authentication Office. A translation of these types of documents are generally done at the State level.
Why Does it Matter What Country My Document is Going to After It is Appostilled?
The country in which your document is going to matters because of something called the Hague Apostille Convention. The Hague Apostille Convention is an international treaty that simplifies the process of authenticating and using public documents in other countries. As of 2025 there are 127 states that are a part of the Hague Convention. Sending documents to these countries is relatively easier and quicker than to countries that are not a part of the Hague Convention because documents going to non-Hague convention countries have a longer processing time as they must be sent to the Department of State for processing which has a much longer turn around time.
What is the Role of a Notary in an Apostille or Authentication?
The only real role of a Notary in an Apostille is to properly notarize your document. Notaries do not issue Apostilles. However, a Notary who facilitates Apostilles may help you piece together the processes your documents need to go through for a successful Apostille. Clients often turn to Unlimited Ink Notary to facilitate their Apostilles because of our vast network of Notaries in all 50 States and our strict vetting policies which require additional education for Notary Apostille Agents.
Fact: It is very important for consumers to choose a well-trained & well vetted Notary when preparing an Apostille. One little error on a document can have your document rejected. It is highly recommended not to use Notary services from places that do not specialize in Apostille. Apostille services can become very expensive in some cases with lots of documents- and one mishap can cause you to have to repeat the processes.
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Every State's policy, procedures, turnaround time, and fees vary. When you submit your quote request to us, we will review your case carefully to help you determine the best course of action for your documents to get them done quickly and most cost effectively while respecting your and the receiving parties wishes.
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Is Electronic Apostille (eApostille) Right For You and Your Documents?
Here's a little checklist to help you determine if eApostille is right for you:
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All of my documents are going to a non-Hauge Country
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None of my documents were issued by the Federal Government
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None of my documents are vital records such as a birth, death, or marriage certificate
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What Exactly is Electronic or eApostille?
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When is Electronic Apostille or eApostille right for you and your documents?
Electronic Apostille is still very new, however, is rapidly becoming a method to quickly Apostille documents that are public documents (not Federal documents, for non-Hauge countries, and documents that are not vital records.