Tifini Vega, Notary Public, dba Detailed Notary
Call or Text (650) 675-7760
Apostille Pricing in San Mateo & Santa Clara County
Clear, transparent apostille pricing with no hidden fees.
I handle the entire process from document review to Sacramento submission and secure return delivery. If notarization or mobile service is needed, it’s simply added — so you only pay for what your documents require.
Standard Apostille Service (5–7 Business Days)
$185 First Document
$85 Each Additional Document
Includes:
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Document review and preparation
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California Secretary of State processing
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Sacramento drop-off and retrieval
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FedEx 2-Day return shipping
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Documents for Hague Convention countries can be apostilled through the California Secretary of State.
Documents for non-Hague countries may require additional authentication or embassy legalization. Please request a quote for those services.
Priority Apostille Service (1–2 Business Days)
$245 First Document
$95 Each Additional Document
✔ Priority scheduling for the next available Sacramento submission
✔ Expedited processing and handling
✔ California Secretary of State submission
✔ FedEx 2-Day return shipping included
Turnaround time is 1–2 business days (not including shipping), once documents are received and ready for submission.
Vital Records Apostille (No Notarization Required)
$135 First Document
$65 Each Additional Document
Includes:
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Birth, marriage, and death certificates
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Certified copy verification
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California Secretary of State submission
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FedEx return shipping
Turnaround Time:
Processing is typically completed within 8–10 business days (not including shipping), once your documents are received and ready for submission.
If expedited processing is needed, Priority service is available at the same rate listed above.
➕ Additional Services (Only If Needed)
Notarization
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$15 per signature
Mobile / Travel Service (For Apostille Notarization & Document Pick up)
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Local appointments: $25–$75 (within 30 miles of Burlingame, CA)
⚖️ State Fees (Required)
California Secretary of State fees are separate:
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$20 per document
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$6 per additional signature (if applicable)
💡 Example Pricing
Example: 2 documents + 3 notarizations + mobile visit
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Apostille: $185 + $85 (second document)
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Notarization: $45
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Travel: $50
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State fees: $40+$6 per verified public official signature
Estimated Total: $405+
You’ll always receive a clear quote before booking — no surprises.
📦 Delivery Options
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FREE FedEx 2-Day return shipping within California
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Local delivery available
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International shipping available upon request
🔗 Helpful Resources
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Learn how the process works: How Apostille Processing Works in California
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Need notarization first? Mobile Notary Services in Sunnyvale
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Sending documents overseas? Certified Translation Services
Apostille Processing Times
Typical timelines are:
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California apostille processing: typically ranges from 1 to 10 business days, depending on the level of service selected and current processing conditions.
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U.S. Department of State Authentication: Varies based on workload and method, can take up to 45 days.
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Embassy or Consulate Legalization: Varies based on destination country. Additional steps such as federal authentication or embassy/consulate legalization may extend overall processing time depending on the destination country.
If you have a deadline, tell me in advance so I can recommend the right timeline.
Apostille Facilitation Service Areas
Service Area
I assist clients throughout San Mateo County and Santa Clara County, including major cities such as San Mateo, Redwood City, South San Francisco, San Jose, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, and Palo Alto - for document notarization, apostille facilitation, and international legalization.
I also support clients statewide for California-origin documents, and offer nationwide support for federal authentication, apostille, and consular legalization.
Get Started With Your Background Check Apostille
If you already have your background check, you may send a clear scan for review.
If you are unsure whether you need a local police background check or an FBI background check, I can help confirm what your destination country requires before you proceed. Call or Text for availability (650) 675-7760.
Or request a quote online to begin the apostille process.
Apostille Services Frequently Asked Questions
*Notaries Are Not Attorneys and Therefore Cannot Practice Legal Advice.
Available Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 7:00 P.M.
Saturday 8:00 am to 4:00 P.M.
Please call if you need an appointment outside of these hours.
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