If you’re preparing documents for use outside the United States, you may be asked to obtain an “apostille.” For many people, this term is unfamiliar — but the process is essential for international legality. An apostille is a form of authentication issued under the Hague Convention, certifying the origin of a public document so it is accepted in another participating country.
Common documents that require apostilles include birth certificates, marriage certificates, diplomas, criminal background checks, business documents, and powers of attorney. If the receiving country is NOT part of the Hague Convention, the process becomes a full authentication + legalization, usually through the U.S. Department of State and the destination consulate.
NEA Notary Solutions provides fast apostille services for Arkansas-issued documents, as well as nationwide apostille assistance for all 50 states. Whether you’re sending documents to Mexico, Italy, Japan, the UAE, South Korea, the Dominican Republic, or any other country, I make the process simple and error-free.
Need an apostille? Contact NEA Notary Solutions for fast Arkansas and nationwide apostille service.