If you live in Boston, MA, Out of State Or Abroad and need to apostille or authenticate important documents, you’re probably asking yourself: Who can I trust to handle this correctly and quickly? Whether you’re a student graduating from a Boston university, a professional moving abroad for work, or a business owner expanding internationally, the process of legalizing documents can feel like a maze.

From birth certificates in Dorchester, to Harvard University transcripts in Cambridge, to corporate filings in the Seaport District, people across Greater Boston, Out of State Or Abroad run into the same issue: they know they need an apostille or authentication, but they don’t know how to start or who to trust.

Many Boston residents and businesses face unnecessary stress and delays when trying to apostille or authenticate their documents. Some of the most common problems include:

• Not knowing whether you need an apostille or authenticationIf your destination country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, you’ll need an apostille.
  If it’s a non-Hague country, your documents must go through authentication instead.
  
• Submitting documents incorrectlyIf even one signature, notarization, or certification is missing, your application may be rejected.
  
• Long wait times without guidanceMany who submit documents on their own end up waiting weeks or even months, only to find out they used the wrong form or wrong office.
  
• Difficulty retrieving documents. Students and families often don’t know how to obtain official copies of transcripts, diplomas, or vital records from Boston-area institutions or city offices.
  

Without expert help, the process can become overwhelming—and mistakes cost time and money.

At Boston Notary Service, we provide end-to-end apostille and authentication services for individuals, students, and businesses throughout Boston and Massachusetts. We’ve spent decades mastering the process so you don’t have to worry about errors or rejections.

We proudly serve neighborhoods across the city, including:

• Back Bay & South End – where our roots began
• Seaport District & Financial District – supporting businesses with international document needs
• Cambridge, Somerville & Allston-Brighton – assisting university students with diploma and transcript apostilles
• Dorchester, Roxbury, Charlestown & Jamaica Plain – helping families obtain apostilles for birth, marriage, and death certificates

1. Educational Documents

Boston is home to some of the world’s most respected universities and colleges, which means we help countless students each year prepare their records for international recognition. We assist with:

• Diplomas & degrees
• Transcripts
• Certificates of enrollment & letters of attendance

Schools we frequently work with include:

• Harvard University
• Boston College
• Boston University (BU)
• Northeastern University
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
• Tufts University
• Suffolk University
• Lesley University

Whether you’re studying abroad, applying for work overseas, or immigrating, we ensure your education documents are properly legalized.

2. Business Documents

Boston’s role as a hub for finance, biotech, and global trade means local businesses often need documents authenticated for use abroad. We handle:

• Certificates of incorporation & good standing
• Articles of organization
• Power of attorney documents
• Corporate resolutions

Our office works closely with companies in the Seaport District, Kendall Square, and Downtown Boston to ensure their international operations run smoothly.

3. Personal & Vital Records

Life events often require legalized records for use outside the U.S. We assist families and individuals with:

• Birth certificates (retrieved directly from Massachusetts towns & cities if needed)
• Marriage certificates
• Death certificates
• Adoption records

We personally retrieve these records from the Massachusetts Registry of Vital Records and Statistics or directly from city and town clerks, ensuring accuracy and speed.

With so many new notaries popping up, you might wonder why experience matters. Here’s what sets us apart:

1. Decades of Proven Expertise – We’ve handled thousands of apostille and authentication requests.
2. End-to-End Service – From document retrieval to final delivery, we manage everything.
3. Expedited Processing – When deadlines are tight, we know the fastest legal channels to use.
4. Local Roots – Founded in the South End/Back Bay, we’re part of Boston’s community, not just another online company.
5. Trusted by Students & Businesses – Universities, law firms, and corporations across Massachusetts rely on us regularly.

We’re located near iconic Boston landmarks like Fenway Park, Boston Common, and the Massachusetts State House, making us accessible and recognizable.

1. Consultation – Tell us about your document and destination country.
2. Review & Preparation – We check everything for accuracy before submission.
3. Submission for Apostille/Authentication – We handle the official process for you.
4. Expedited Service (if needed) – Available for urgent deadlines.
5. Delivery – Your documents are returned legalized and ready to use.

• A Harvard graduate needed her diploma apostilled for a job in Spain. We retrieved her transcript, prepared the documents, and delivered them apostilled within days.
• A Seaport biotech company required corporate papers authenticated for a partnership in China. We managed the process from start to finish without delays.
• A Dorchester family needed a birth certificate apostilled for dual citizenship abroad. We retrieved the certificate in person and expedited the apostille.

These are just a few of the ways we turn overwhelming problems into smooth, successful outcomes.

Stop wasting time with confusing requirements or risking costly mistakes. Let Boston Notary Service handle your apostille or authentication needs the right way, the first time.

📧 Email: info@bostonnotaryservice.us
📞 Phone: 617-230-6676
📌 Apply Online: Boston Notary Service Apostille Form

Your documents are too important to leave to chance. Trust the Boston-based experts with decades of experience in apostille and authentication services.