Provided by Boston Notary Service – Massachusetts’ Premier Apostille Experts

When you're preparing to take your life abroad—whether it's for work, love, or a new start—you'll need more than just a suitcase and a passport. You’ll need properly authenticated documents that are legally recognized in other countries. That’s where apostille services come in—and Boston Notary Service is here to handle it all for you from start to finish.

Let’s dive into how apostille services play a critical role in your global plans and why BNS should be your first and only call when the world calls.



🌍 What Is an Apostille?

An apostille is a form of authentication issued to documents for use in countries that participate in the 1961 Hague Convention. It certifies that a document—like a birth certificate, marriage license, diploma, or FBI background check—is legitimate and can be legally accepted in another country.




🧳 Why Apostilles Are Crucial for Life Abroad

You can’t just hop on a plane with your documents and expect foreign governments or institutions to take them at face value. Apostilles eliminate fraud, reduce red tape, and expedite acceptance of your records overseas. Here’s where they matter most:

1. Global Relocations

Moving to another country for work or retirement? Immigration offices abroad often require apostilled:

Birth certificates

Marriage certificates

Divorce decrees

FBI background checks

Employment letters

University degrees


Whether you’re moving to Spain, Portugal, the UAE, or South Korea, your documents must be apostilled and prepared with precision. That’s what we do daily at Boston Notary Service.

2. International Marriages

Getting married overseas or marrying someone abroad? Most foreign embassies and governments require:

Single status affidavits

Divorce decrees (if previously married)

Birth certificates

Notarized consent forms


All of which may need to be notarized and apostilled. We help Massachusetts residents prepare these documents for weddings in Italy, Greece, Mexico, and beyond.

3. Overseas Employment

Landing a job abroad is exciting, but it comes with red tape. You'll likely need:

Apostilled diplomas

Academic transcripts

Background checks

Letters of experience


We work directly with employers, universities, and HR departments to make sure your documents are handled securely, swiftly, and accurately.




📍 Why Choose Boston Notary Service for Your Apostille Needs?

✅ We’re Not New to This – We’re True to This

Boston Notary Service has decades of experience helping clients across Massachusetts (and beyond) apostille documents for over 100+ countries. We’re not just a document drop-off location—we’re your full-service, white-glove apostille concierge.

✅ We Handle All the Legwork

You don’t need to figure out where to send your documents or how to navigate the Secretary of the Commonwealth or U.S. Department of State. We’ve built relationships with the right offices, know the required steps, and get your documents expedited the right way—without mistakes.

✅ We Cover Government Fees

That’s right. We include the official federal or state processing fee in our full-service package—no need to worry about hidden costs. You focus on your travel plans, we handle the paperwork.

✅ Official Government Turnaround Times

We work within 7–10 business days for most standard documents, depending on the destination country. This timeline doesn’t include weekends or federal holidays. Need it faster? Rush options available in certain cases—just ask.

✅ We Arrange Return Shipping Too

Don't worry about printing FedEx labels or driving back to pick up your documents. We’ll arrange secure return shipping—nationwide and international.




📚 Real-Life Examples: Apostilles in Action

✈️ Case 1: From Boston to Dubai for a Teaching Job

A client recently landed an international teaching position in Dubai. The school required:

Apostilled Bachelor's degree

Transcripts

FBI background check


Boston Notary Service notarized and apostilled all documents, coordinated with the client’s university, and shipped everything within 9 business days. They were cleared to teach and relocated with confidence.

💍 Case 2: Destination Wedding in Italy

Another client planned to get married on the Amalfi Coast. The Italian consulate needed:

Apostilled birth certificates

Apostilled single-status affidavits

Notarized parental consent


We guided the couple every step of the way. With our apostille and translation support, they were fully approved to legally marry in Italy.

🧑‍⚕️ Case 3: Medical Work in Switzerland

A Massachusetts nurse was offered a position in Zurich. Swiss authorities needed:

Apostilled nursing license

Apostilled university degree

Apostilled criminal record


BNS arranged apostille processing with the Massachusetts Board of Nursing and expedited return delivery. No hiccups. No stress.




📍 Where in Massachusetts Do We Serve?

Everywhere. We serve all 351 cities and towns in Massachusetts, including:

Boston

Cambridge

Worcester

Somerville

Quincy

Brookline

Newton

And yes—even small towns like Amherst, Westford, and Dover.


Whether you’re near Logan Airport, the Seaport District, South End, or Back Bay, we’ve got you covered. Mobile appointments are available, too.

✨ We Make the Apostille Process Effortless

Here’s how it works with Boston Notary Service:

📝 Step 1: Upload Your Documents

Submit your documents securely online at
👉 https://bostonnotaryservice.us/apply-here

Or contact us for help retrieving Massachusetts-issued certificates (we can even pull your birth, marriage, or death records for you).

📬 Step 2: We Review & Prepare

We’ll review your documents, make sure they’re notarized or certified as required, and prepare them for submission to the appropriate Secretary of State or federal office.

🚚 Step 3: We Submit, Track & Return

Your documents are hand-delivered or shipped to the relevant government offices. We track every step and handle secure return shipping.




📦 Types of Documents We Apostille

Birth, Marriage, Divorce Certificates

FBI Background Checks

School Transcripts & Diplomas

Business Documents (LLCs, Articles of Incorporation)

Medical Records (Power of Attorney, Letters for Care)

Court Judgments, Adoption Dossiers

Single Status Affidavits for Marriage Abroad

I-9 Employment Verification Letters





📞 Let’s Get You Cleared for Takeoff

Whether you’re marrying in Tuscany, starting a new job in Singapore, or relocating your entire family to Costa Rica, apostille services are a key step—and we’re here to make it simple, legal, and hassle-free.




🔗 Contact Boston Notary Service

📧 [email protected]
📞 617.230.6676
🌐 https://bostonnotaryservice.us
📍 Based in Boston’s historic South End / Back Bay, serving clients across Massachusetts and nationwide.

We’re not just fast—we’re accurate, trusted, and experienced.
So when your documents need to go global, don’t risk delays or denials.

✅ Go with the pros. Go with Boston Notary Service.