If your company needs to present a Certificate of Good Standing for use overseas, Boston Notary Service is here to simplify the process. Whether your business is expanding internationally, opening a foreign bank account, or submitting compliance documents abroad, you’ll likely need this certificate apostilled or legalized to be accepted in another country.

With decades of experience in Massachusetts apostille services, Boston Notary Service manages the entire process — from retrieving a true certified copy of your Certificate of Good Standing directly from the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth to obtaining the apostille or embassy legalization your destination country requires.

We serve businesses throughout Boston, Cambridge, Newton, Brookline, Quincy, Somerville, and the Seaport District, ensuring fast, compliant, and secure apostille services every time.

What Is a Certificate of Good Standing?

A Certificate of Good Standing (also called a Certificate of Legal Existence or Status Certificate) is an official document issued by the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth Corporations Division. It verifies that a company is properly registered, active, and in compliance with all state filing requirements.

This document is commonly required when:

• Registering your business in another country
• Opening a bank account overseas
• Establishing partnerships with foreign entities
• Applying for contracts or tenders abroad

However, most foreign authorities will not accept a U.S.-issued certificate on its own. To be recognized internationally, it must be authenticated with an apostille (for Hague Convention countries) or legalized (for non-Hague countries).

We Retrieve and Apostille Your Certificate of Good Standing

At Boston Notary Service, we make it easy for you — even if you don’t already have your certificate. Our experienced team can retrieve a true certified copy directly from the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth on your behalf, then handle the apostille process from start to finish.

Our streamlined service includes:

1. Document Retrieval
   We request an official certified copy of your Certificate of Good Standing from the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s office. No need for you to travel or file paperwork — we handle it all.
2. Document Review and Preparation
   Once obtained, we review your certificate to ensure it meets all apostille requirements and confirm whether additional notarization or certification steps are necessary.
3. Massachusetts Apostille Issuance
   Our team then secures the official Massachusetts Apostille directly from the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s office in Boston. This seal certifies the authenticity of the signature and office that issued the document.
4. Delivery or Worldwide Shipping
   When your apostille is complete, we offer convenient local pickup, courier delivery, or secure international shipping directly to your destination country.

This full-service solution ensures your Certificate of Good Standing is properly authenticated, recognized globally, and handled with the highest level of accuracy and care.

Apostille vs. Embassy Legalization

If your document is destined for a Hague Apostille Convention country, only one step is required — the Massachusetts Apostille.
However, if the country is not a member of the Hague Convention, your certificate will require additional steps:

• U.S. Department of State authentication in Washington, D.C.
• Embassy or consulate legalization from the foreign country’s embassy.

Boston Notary Service manages this entire chain of authentications for you. We coordinate directly with government agencies and embassies to ensure your Certificate of Good Standing is fully legalized for international use — no guesswork, no delays.

Why Choose Boston Notary Service?

Boston Notary Service is widely recognized as one of Massachusetts’s most trusted providers of apostille and document authentication services. Founded in Boston’s South End–Back Bay, we’ve grown to serve clients across the state, from Cambridge and Newton to the Seaport District and Brookline.

Our clients include law firms, accountants, real estate developers, and corporate entities that depend on precise, reliable apostille service.

Why businesses choose us:

• We can retrieve your Certificate of Good Standing directly from state records.
• Decades of expertise in Massachusetts apostille procedures.
• Fast turnaround and rush service available.
• Trusted by attorneys, universities, and international organizations.
• Secure handling with clear communication throughout the process.
• Convenient mail-in or mobile service options.

We understand how valuable your time is — and how costly mistakes can be when dealing with international documentation. That’s why Boston Notary Service provides a complete, compliant, and efficient apostille solution every time.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get a Certificate of Good Standing apostilled in Massachusetts?
Typically, it takes 3–7 business days depending on processing times and whether you need document retrieval. Rush options are available for urgent requests.

Can Boston Notary Service retrieve my certificate for me?
Yes! We can obtain a true certified copy directly from the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth Corporations Division, saving you the hassle of ordering it yourself.

Do I need to notarize the Certificate of Good Standing before getting an apostille?
No — this document does not require notarization when issued directly by the Secretary of the Commonwealth. We confirm eligibility before processing.

Can you ship apostilled documents internationally?
Absolutely. We provide secure express delivery options to any destination worldwide.

What if my destination country is not part of the Hague Convention?
We handle non-Hague countries through a full authentication and embassy legalization process in Washington, D.C.

Trusted Apostille Experts in Boston, MA

When your company’s international plans depend on properly authenticated documents, trust Boston Notary Service to handle your Certificate of Good Standing apostille quickly and correctly. We’re based in the heart of Boston, serving nearby areas including Beacon Hill, Seaport, Back Bay, Brookline, Cambridge, Somerville, and Newton.

Our mission is to make the apostille process effortless — from retrieving your document to completing state and federal authentication steps. With us, you’ll save time, avoid confusion, and have peace of mind knowing your paperwork meets international requirements.

Start Your Massachusetts Certificate of Good Standing Apostille Today

Ready to begin? Boston Notary Service is here to help you every step of the way. Whether you need document retrieval, state apostille, or embassy legalization, our experienced team makes the process easy and efficient.

📞 Call us today: 617-230-6676
📧 Email: info@bostonnotaryservice.us
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Serving clients across Boston and all of Massachusetts, including Cambridge, Newton, Quincy, Brookline, and the Seaport District, out of state and out of the country— your trusted source for Certificate of Good Standing retrieval and Hague Convention of 1961 apostille services recognized around the world.