What is the point of Apostille?
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What is the point of Apostille?
Apostilles authenticate the seals and signatures of officials on public documents such as birth certificates, court orders, or any other document issued by a public authority so that they can be recognized in foreign countries that are members of the 1961 Hague Convention Treaty.
Why apostille is required?
You will need an Apostille if all of the following apply: The law of the country where the document was issued considers it to be a public document; and. The country in which the document is to be used requires an Apostille in order to recognize it as a foreign public document.
Do original documents need to be Apostilled?
All original documents/copies requiring Apostille/attestation from MEA must be first verified by the designated authorities of the State/Union Territory from where the document is issued.
Can a copy be Apostilled?
Can I apostille copies of documents myself? Yes, you are usually able to contact the correct state departments to obtain an apostille. In most cases, you will need to obtain an original, certified copy of the document you are required to apostille.
How much is an apostille in California?
The fee of $20.00 per Apostille requested must be paid by check or money order. The $6.00 special handling fee is required. For more detailed information on fees, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions webpage.
Can I apostille a document in another language?
Can the California Secretary of State issue an Apostille for a document in a language other than English? Yes. If the notarization of the document is in English, the California Secretary of State can issue an Apostille. The rest of the document can be in any other language.
How do I get an apostille from Mexico?
— you need to go to a “competent authority” in the country where the document was issued, and get any certified copies Apostilled. Each country has its own procedures for doing this and you should search online for more information, e.g. “apostille of documents in [country] or [state]”.
