If you're looking for apostille stamp notarization in Boston, Massachusetts, look no further than Boston Notary Service (BNS)—your trusted source for reliable, fast, and professional apostille services throughout Boston and all of Massachusetts. Whether your documents need to go to a Hague Convention country or a non-Hague Convention nation, we guide you every step of the way to ensure full compliance and peace of mind.

With over 20 years of industry experience, Boston Notary Service is proud to be the top-rated local expert for apostilles, authentications, notarizations, and embassy legalizations for both individuals and businesses.

An apostille stamp is an official certification attached to documents like birth certificates, marriage records, diplomas, or powers of attorney, allowing them to be legally recognized in other countries. The apostille proves the legitimacy of the issuing public official’s signature and is governed by the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents.

If your document is destined for a country not in the Hague Convention, a multi-step authentication and consular legalization process may be required instead. At Boston Notary Service, we are experts in both scenarios.

This is one of the most common questions we get.

• Notarization verifies the signer’s identity and intent under Massachusetts law.
• Apostille certifies the public official’s signature (which may be a notary) for international use.

Our licensed Massachusetts notaries public notarize your documents first—then we walk them through the apostille process, either with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth or U.S. Department of State for federal documents.

✅ 20+ Years of Experience in Boston
✅ Same-Day & Expedited Apostille Options
✅ Full-Service Notarization + Apostille Filing
✅ Hague and Non-Hague Country Services
✅ Secure Document Handling & Return Courier Options
✅ Transparent Pricing—No Hidden Fees
✅ Conveniently Located Near Back Bay, South End, and Seaport

We don’t just notarize—we walk your documents by hand to ensure nothing is delayed or rejected. That’s why we’re the go-to apostille provider for lawyers, real estate professionals, medical researchers, international students, and corporate HR departments across Boston and beyond.

We provide apostille stamp notarization and document legalization for:

Personal Documents:

• Birth certificates
• Death certificates
• Marriage certificates
• Divorce decrees
• Adoption records
• FBI background checks
• Police clearance reports
• Social Security letters
• Driver license certifications
• Passport copy certifications

Academic & School Records:

• High school diplomas
• University diplomas
• Transcripts
• Letters of enrollment
• TEFL & ESL certifications

Business & Legal Documents:

• Powers of attorney
• Corporate resolutions
• Articles of incorporation
• Business agreements
• IRS Form 6166
• Certificates of good standing
• Real estate closing documents

We’re proud to be the #1 Apostille Service for students and alumni of:

• Harvard University
• MIT
• Boston University
• Northeastern University
• Emerson College
• Suffolk University
• UMass Boston
• Berklee College of Music
• Tufts University

Whether you're applying for dual citizenship, working abroad, or teaching overseas, we make it easy to apostille your diploma or academic record. We even coordinate with registrar offices when necessary to expedite the process.

Many employers or immigration offices overseas require an FBI background check apostille. Boston Notary Service assists clients with both digital and printed PDF FBI reports. We can upload your documents directly to the U.S. Department of State, submit them for apostille in Washington, D.C., and return them to you by courier or mail.

If you're sending documents to countries not part of the Hague Convention—such as UAE, Qatar, China, Egypt, Kuwait, or Vietnam—we provide the full three-step process:

1. Notarization or Certification
2. Authentication by the U.S. Department of State
3. Legalization at the Foreign Embassy or Consulate

We coordinate each stage to ensure your documents are fully legal and recognized overseas.

We’re not an online-only service operating from out-of-state. We’re based right here in Boston, Massachusetts—with decades of trust in the community. You’ll find us assisting clients across:

• Downtown Boston
• Copley Square
• Back Bay
• Beacon Hill
• Boston Seaport District
• South Boston
• Fenway–Kenmore
• Allston-Brighton
• Cambridge
• Newton and Brookline

If you're near the John Hancock Tower or Boston Public Library, you're just steps away from your trusted apostille provider.

Here’s how we make the process easy:

1. Submit Documents

Upload them online or bring them to our Boston office.

2. We Notarize

We notarize in-house if necessary.

3. Apostille Filing

We deliver by hand to the Secretary of the Commonwealth in Boston, or send to Washington, D.C. for federal apostilles.

4. Delivery

Receive your apostilled documents by secure mail, FedEx, or in-person pickup.

Q: How long does it take?
A: Standard service takes 3–5 business days. Expedited and same-day options available in many cases.

Q: Can you notarize documents from out-of-state?
A: We can notarize signatures in Massachusetts. For non-MA issued records, we guide you through state-specific apostille options.

Q: Do I need an original or copy?
A: For vital records (birth/marriage/death), only certified copies are accepted. For others, notarized originals or PDF versions may be acceptable.

Q: Can I drop off in person?
A: Yes! We welcome walk-ins by appointment in our Boston location.

“I needed my diploma apostilled for work in Spain, and Boston Notary Service handled everything in 2 days. I didn’t even have to leave my neighborhood in Back Bay.”
— Julia R., Boston, MA

“Professional, knowledgeable, and fast. They knew exactly what my FBI check needed for the UAE.”
— Michael L., Cambridge, MA

“We use BNS monthly to apostille business documents. They never fail us.”
— Corporate Client, Boston Financial District

Many online services advertise apostille processing, but they:

• Operate from out-of-state or even overseas
• Use slow third-party couriers
• Don’t offer notarization
• Don’t walk documents in-person
• Lack proper licensing

At Boston Notary Service, we’re the real deal—fully licensed, locally established, and fully accountable.

Boston Notary Service makes it easy to get your documents apostilled from anywhere in Massachusetts—or even out-of-state if you’re working with a Boston-based institution.

📞 Call or Text Us: 617-230-6676
📧 Email: info@bostonnotaryservice.us
🌐 Apply Online: https://bostonnotaryservice.us/apply-here

Whether you're finalizing a business deal, preparing for international travel, applying for dual citizenship, or planning an overseas adoption—Boston Notary Service is here to help you every step of the way.

We offer the most trusted, reliable, and locally rooted apostille service in Massachusetts. Don’t risk costly mistakes or long delays. Go with the seasoned professionals who understand the legal and international requirements to get your documents recognized abroad.

Let’s make your documents world-ready—starting today.

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