An apostille is an official certificate issued by the California Secretary of State that verifies the authenticity of a public official’s signature, seal, or stamp so the document can be used in another country that is part of the Hague Apostille Convention. It does not validate the contents of your document—it confirms that the signature or notarization is legitimate.

Why Choose a Local Apostille Facilitator in Sunnyvale? Working with a local mobile notary and apostille facilitator helps ensure documents are prepared correctly before submission. This can save time and reduce the risk of rejection by the Secretary of State.

If you need to apostille a birth certificate in California for international use, the most important steps are confirming the destination-country requirements, obtaining the correct certified copy, and submitting the document properly to the California Secretary of State.