Urgent Death Certificate Apostille Services in Boston, Massachusetts

Expedited Apostille Services You Can Trust During Difficult Times

When dealing with the loss of a loved one, the last thing anyone wants to worry about is paperwork. However, if you need to settle estates, repatriate remains, or manage property and legal matters overseas, an apostille for a death certificate may be required. At Boston Notary Service, we understand how sensitive and time-critical these situations are. That’s why we offer urgent apostille services for death certificates across Boston, Cambridge, Brookline, Quincy, Somerville, and throughout Massachusetts.

What Is an Apostille for a Death Certificate?

An apostille is a form of international certification that validates a public document for use in countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. For non-Hague countries, an authentication process is required instead. A Massachusetts-issued death certificate must be authenticated by the Secretary of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts before it can be legally accepted abroad.

This is often needed when:

Claiming life insurance abroad

Handling international estate and probate matters

Repatriating the remains of a deceased loved one

Resolving pension or inheritance issues

Proving death in a foreign jurisdiction


Why Choose Boston Notary Service for Death Certificate Apostille?

We are Massachusetts’s trusted and experienced apostille provider, offering:

Same-day and next-day rush service

Decades of experience handling vital records apostilles

Personalized assistance navigating the process

In-person visits to the Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records and Statistics

Overnight delivery options to and from the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth

Service coverage for Boston, Seaport District, South End, Back Bay, Cambridge, Brookline, and beyond


When timing and accuracy matter, Boston Notary Service is the only call you need to make.




Step-by-Step: Urgent Apostille for Death Certificate in Boston

Here’s how we make the process fast and easy:

Step 1: Obtain a Certified Death Certificate

We can assist with retrieving a certified copy of the death certificate from the Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records and Statistics or the local city/town clerk’s office if you don’t already have one.

Step 2: Document Verification

We verify the certificate is eligible for apostille (e.g., issued by the state, signed by the proper registrar). Unsure if your document qualifies? Send us a scan or photo at [email protected] and we’ll review it for free.

Step 3: Secretary of State Apostille

We deliver your documents in person to the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Office in Downtown Boston or expedite it via courier if you're outside the area. Rush services are available.

Step 4: Final Delivery

We return your apostilled document to you via FedEx, UPS, or local courier—same-day delivery available in the Boston metro area.




How Fast Can You Apostille a Death Certificate in Boston?

Same-Day Apostille: Documents delivered and returned the same day (Boston metro only)

Next-Day Apostille: Documents dropped off one day, returned the next

2–3 Day Service: Statewide coverage for clients across Massachusetts


We also offer nationwide mail-in apostille processing for those outside of Massachusetts. Simply mail your document and completed apostille order form to us. Start the process at:
https://bostonnotaryservice.us/apply-here




Serving All Massachusetts Cities and Towns

Whether you're in Boston, Worcester, Springfield, Lowell, Lynn, Newton, or Lawrence, our team can assist you. We provide both in-person and remote support for clients across the Commonwealth.

Our Boston Apostille Office is close to major landmarks like:

Massachusetts State House

Boston Public Library

Copley Square

South Station

Massachusetts General Hospital (for hospital-issued death records)


We can meet you locally or pick up documents from local hospitals, funeral homes, or legal offices as needed.




Apostille for Death Certificates: Hague vs. Non-Hague Countries

We provide apostille and authentication services for both Hague Convention countries and non-Hague Convention countries.

Examples of Hague countries:

Italy

Spain

France

Germany

Mexico

Brazil


Examples of non-Hague countries (require authentication and embassy legalization):

China

UAE

Egypt

Qatar

Vietnam


If you're not sure which process you need, we’ll verify the correct procedure based on the destination country. We handle both apostille and full embassy legalization.


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What If the Death Certificate Is Older or From Another State?

We can still help. We assist in:

Retrieving new certified copies of older Massachusetts death certificates

Referring you to our nationwide partners for apostille services in other U.S. states

Handling multi-state document packages for estate matters involving multiple locations




Why Boston Notary Service?

Trusted. Local. Fast.
When it comes to urgent death certificate apostilles, you need more than just a notary—you need an experienced document expert. With decades of real-world expertise, we are proud to be Boston’s go-to source for all Massachusetts apostille needs.

Call us now at 617.230.6676 or email [email protected] for immediate assistance.

You can also begin your request online 24/7 at:
https://bostonnotaryservice.us/apply-here