Massachusetts Apostille Services by Secretary of State | Certification Center Service By A Mobile Notary Public

When dealing with legal documents that need to be used in foreign countries, ensuring they are recognized and accepted is crucial. This is where the concept of an apostille comes into play. An apostille is a form of authentication issued to documents for use in countries that are part of the Hague Convention. It verifies the legitimacy of the document and the signature, making it valid internationally.

What is an Apostille and Why Do I Need It?

An apostille is an internationally recognized form of certification that validates the authenticity of a document to be used in a foreign country. The importance of an apostille lies in its ability to streamline the process of document verification across commonwealth countries. It eliminates the need for further legalization or embassy legalization, saving both time and money for individuals and organizations.

Various types of documents require an apostille, including vital records like birth certificates, marriage certificates, transcripts, business licenses, and articles of incorporation. Essentially, any document that needs to be officially recognized in a foreign country typically necessitates an apostille.

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How to Obtain Massachusetts Apostille Services from the Secretary of State

The process for obtaining Massachusetts apostille services from the Secretary of State is relatively straightforward when hiring Boston Notary Service. Boston Notary Service works in conjunction with the Secretary of State office as a licenser Commonwealth of Massachusetts Notary Public. Our 3 step process, notarization in complianfe with the state, Apostille Hague Authentication with the State of Massachusetts Secretary of State's office, then shipping arrangements back to your destination of choice. Expedited Service are available and hassle free service.

After submission, the expected timeline for receiving the apostille varies but typically falls within a few business days or less with Boston Notary Service. Same Day Service is Available vs the typical two weeks or so timeframe with mailing as we handle everything in person.
Once issued, the apostille certifies the document as authenticated by the Secretary of State's Office, making it valid for use in the target foreign country.

U.S. Department of State Authentication is also available!

Common Questions about Apostille Services in Massachusetts

There are several FAQs surrounding the apostille process within Massachusetts. One common query is regarding the difference between an apostille and certification. While an apostille verifies the authenticity of a document for international use, certification is often utilized for state or domestic purposes.

Understanding the role of the Secretary of State in apostille services is crucial. The Secretary of the Commonwealth plays a pivotal role in overseeing the process of authentication and ensuring the validity of apostilles issued within the state.

Types of Documents Eligible for Apostille in Massachusetts

Several types of documents are eligible for apostille in Massachusetts. These include power of attorney documents, diplomas, transcripts, school attendance records, birth and marriage certificates, articles of incorporation for businesses, and divorce decrees among others. Each of these documents, when apostilled, gains international recognition for use abroad.

Benefits of Using a Mobile Notary Public for Certification Center Services

Engaging a mobile notary public for certification center services offers unparalleled convenience for individuals and businesses requiring apostille services. With a mobile notary, the entire notarization process can be completed at a location of choice, saving time and eliminating the need for multiple visits.

From notarizing company bylaws to assisting in obtaining a business license through mobile notary services, the process is made more efficient and streamlined. Additionally, the authorization services offered by mobile notaries extend to various documents ensuring full compliance and recognition in international markets.

Apostille Certificate From The Secretary Of State


Boston Notary Service Provides Apostille running service if you need to obtain an apostille in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Massachusetts Secretary of State at One Ashburton Place, Room 1719, Boston, MA 02108. If you need fast quick apostille service, Boston Notary Service offers Boston Apostille Service via traveling mobile Notaries in Massachusetts. This service allows them to travel to you with a notary near you. They are able to print, scan, fax and arrange of shipping domestically or international. Expedited service is important for businesses or law firms that require this service. Boston Notary Service in conjuction with The Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth offers authentication services for documents issued in Massachusetts, including apostille certification and state authentication. You can order an apostille or issue an apostille for your original document or certified copies through Boston Notary Service website for faster processing. Keep in mind that some countries require an apostille or certificate of authentication from the United States Department of State in Washington D.C. This is based off Hague or Non-Hague Convention Membership and could trigger additional steps at the Embassy or Consulate of that respective country. Make sure to consult with your respective ending government agency to avoid delays. Boston Apostille Stamp Service from Boston Notary Service mobile notaries is the Nation's Best Apostille service Agents. 

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Official seals and signatures on public documents such as birth certificates, court orders, or any document issued by a federal agency or certified by an American or foreign consul are authenticated by apostille.

We Provide a mobile notary service in Boston where we can travel to your site of choice and day and time and notarize your documents with a Boston, Massachusetts Mobile Notaries. We conduct our mobile notary travel service onsite and then run the executed documents for Apostille at the Secretary of State's office in Massachusetts (SOS Apostille MA). Can Apostille virtually any documents from Birth, Marriage, Death certificates to FBI CORI Forms, Power of Attorney, Affidavits, True Attested Copies of the Original, single status affidavit Etc. Our notaries speak Spanish so a multilingual mobile notary is available.

When a document is to be used in another country, it may be necessary to have the document authenticated.  This is known either as an “apostille” or “certificate of authentication.” Examples of documents that are frequently authenticated by the Department of State are birth, marriage, and death certificates.

We can ship your documents if required. Same Day Service is available and we are conveniently located in Boston Massachusetts where we can dispatch an agent to your site for your expedited Apostille Service anywhere in Massachusetts.


Below are the countries that are participants of the Apostille Hague Convention

Albania
Andorra
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Armenia
Australia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Bahamas
Bahrain
Barbados
Belarus
Belgium
Belize
Bolivia
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Botswana
Brazil
Brunei Darussalam
Bulgaria
Burundi

Canada
Cape Verde
Chile
China, People's Republic of
(Hong Kong & Macao Only)
Colombia
Cook Islands
Costa Rica
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
El Salvador
Estonia
Fiji
Finland
France
Georgia
Germany
Greece
Grenada
Guatemala
Guyana
Honduras
Hungary
Iceland
India
Indonesia
Ireland
Israel
Italy
Japan
Jamaica
Kazakhstan
Korea, Republic of
Kosovo
Kyrgyzstan
Latvia
Lesotho
Liberia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malawi
Malta
Marshall Islands
Mauritius
Mexico
Moldova, Republic of
Monaco
Mongolia
Montenegro
Morocco
Namibia
Netherlands
New Zealand
Nicaragua
Niue
North Macedonia, Republic of
Norway
Oman
Palau
Panama
Paraguay
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russian Federation
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Samoa
San Marino
Sao Tome and Principe
Saudi Arabia
Serbia
Seychelles
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
Suriname
Swaziland
Sweden
Switzerland
Tajikistan
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Tunisia
Turkey
Ukraine
United Kingdom of Great Britain
and Northern Ireland
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Venezuela

* Massachusetts Apostille Service for Puerto Rico is Available *

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