Expert Apostille & Document Legalization in Boston — Boston Notary Service

When your Massachusetts documents need to be recognized outside the United States, you will likely need an apostille or document authentication. For many people, this process can feel overwhelming — confusing state requirements, international rules, deadlines, and uncertainty about whether everything is done correctly.

At Boston Notary Service , we make it simple.

Our team has decades of experience helping individuals, families, universities, corporations, legal professionals, medical institutions, and government agencies across Massachusetts successfully apostille and legalize their documents for use around the world. Whether your goal is personal, academic, legal, immigration-related, business-related, or professional — we ensure your documents are prepared correctly, processed quickly, and handled with the highest level of care.

From Boston’s Back Bay and Seaport District to universities, suburbs, and statewide clients — people trust us because we deliver fast, professional, stress-free apostille solutions.

An apostille is an international certification attached to a document so it can be legally recognized in another country that is part of the Hague Apostille Convention. It confirms that:

• The document is authentic
• The signatures are valid
• The seal is legitimate
• The issuing authority is recognized

This ensures that your Massachusetts document can be legally accepted abroad without further verification in most cases.

People need apostilles for many reasons, including:

✔ Moving or working abroad
✔ Marriage in another country
✔ Studying overseas
✔ Dual citizenship applications
✔ Adoption processes
✔ International business expansion
✔ Real estate and financial matters overseas
✔ Legal representation abroad
✔ Immigration procedures

If a foreign country requires proof that your Massachusetts-issued document is official and legitimate, you will likely need an apostille.

Boston Notary Service assists with nearly every type of document, including:

Vital Records

• Birth Certificates
• Marriage Certificates
• Divorce Decrees
• Death Certificates

Academic & University Records

• Diplomas
• Transcripts
• Enrollment & Attendance Letters
• Degree Verifications

Massachusetts is home to major academic institutions like Harvard University, Boston University, MIT, Northeastern University, Boston College, and dozens of others. Students trust Boston Notary Service because we understand university documentation requirements and deadlines.

Personal & Legal Documents

• Power of Attorney
• Name Change Documents
• Affidavits
• Background Checks
• Adoption Documentation

Business & Corporate Documents

• Articles of Incorporation
• Corporate Resolutions
• Business Certifications
• Employment & HR Documents

Medical & Professional Records

• Medical Letters
• Insurance Documents
• Professional Licenses

If you’re unsure whether your document qualifies — we’ll review it and guide you the right way.

To apostille a document in Massachusetts, it must first meet specific eligibility criteria. Depending on the document type, it may need to be:

• Issued by the State of Massachusetts
• Certified by a Massachusetts agency
• Properly notarized
• Signed by the correct authority

From there, the document is submitted to the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth Apostille Division to receive the official apostille certificate.

Or you can let us handle everything.

Boston Notary Service ensures: • Your document is prepared correctly

• Required notarization is handled
• Submission is done properly
• Your apostille is completed efficiently
• Mistakes and delays are avoided

We make the process smooth, secure, and stress-free.

Many clients confuse these two terms, so here’s the simple explanation:

Notarization
Confirms identity and signature of the person signing the document.

Apostille
Confirms the document is legitimate and recognized internationally.

In many cases, a document must be notarized before it can be apostilled. Boston Notary Service provides both services, ensuring your paperwork follows every required step correctly.

With Boston Notary Service — yes, the process is extremely convenient.

Clients can: ✔ Email or ship documents to us
✔ Work with us remotely
✔ Let us retrieve required records when applicable
✔ Receive fully processed apostilles securely

We remove the hassle of navigating government systems, waiting in long lines, and risking costly mistakes.

Apostilles in Massachusetts are issued by: The Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Office / Apostille Division

However, not every document can go straight there. Some require:

• Certification beforehand
• Proper notarization
• County or state verification
• Additional authentication (for non-Hague countries)

Boston Notary Service ensures every step is correctly completed — the first time.

Apostilles apply to countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. If your destination country is not a member, a different process called authentication and legalization is required.

You do not need to guess.

Boston Notary Service will: • Verify your destination country’s requirements
• Confirm whether an apostille or authentication is needed
• Prepare your documents accordingly

This saves time, prevents rejections, and avoids unnecessary delays.

Processing time varies based on:

• Document type
• Government processing speed
• Whether notarization or certification is required
• Rush vs standard service
• Country destination requirements

Boston Notary Service offers: • Standard processing options
• Rush apostille services
• Clear communication on timelines

Clients appreciate our reliability, transparency, and speed.

There are two cost components:

1️⃣ Massachusetts State Apostille Fees
2️⃣ Boston Notary Service Professional Service Fees
– Document preparation
– Courier handling
– Submission & tracking
– Rush or priority processing
– Record retrieval if needed

We provide clear, honest pricing, and most clients receive same-day quotes.

Appointments are highly recommended so you receive dedicated assistance and fast service. However, Boston Notary Service also accommodates urgent and last-minute situations whenever possible — because life doesn’t always give advance notice.

An apostille is an official certificate attached to your document containing: • Government seal
• Signature
• Authentication confirmation
• Verification details

It becomes a permanent part of your document — and foreign authorities recognize it as proof of validity.

No. Only the state government can issue an apostille. However, a professional service like Boston Notary Service ensures your document is notarized properly, meets requirements, and is processed correctly.

It’s the difference between stressing alone and trusting experts.

Boston Notary Service proudly serves: • Boston
• Back Bay
• South End
• Seaport District
• Cambridge
• Brookline
• Somerville
• Greater Massachusetts
• Clients across the United States needing Massachusetts apostilles

We also work closely with universities, law firms, corporations, immigration professionals, real estate offices, and families handling important international life events.

Your documents are sensitive — we treat them with professionalism, confidentiality, and care.

✔ Decades of trusted experience
✔ Massachusetts apostille and notarization experts
✔ Fast processing and rush options
✔ Clear pricing with no confusion
✔ Secure document handling
✔ Local Boston knowledge with global capability
✔ Friendly, responsive communication
✔ Proven reliability

Our mission is simple: Make apostille processing easy, fast, and stress-free.

Don’t risk delays, rejections, or frustrating mistakes. Let Boston Notary Service handle it correctly.

📍 Boston, Massachusetts
📞 617.230.6676
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Whether you’re moving abroad, studying internationally, establishing business overseas, managing legal matters, or completing personal documentation — Boston Notary Service is your trusted Massachusetts apostille expert.

We look forward to helping you.