Our Apostille Services for San Mateo & Santa Clara Counties
I’m proud to offer comprehensive apostille services to clients throughout The Bay Area. Whether you’re an individual, a legal professional, or a business owner, I have the expertise and resources to streamline the apostille process quickly and efficiently.
Key Services:
✔ Document Notarization: I verify and notarize your documents as needed, ensuring they meet the strict requirements for apostille certification.
✔ Secretary of State Submission: I handle the entire submission process with the California Secretary of State, ensuring accuracy and minimizing delays.
✔ Fast Document Return & Shipping: Once your apostille is processed, I offer secure document return via local pickup, express shipping, or courier services—based on your preference and timeline.
Need an apostille? Let me handle the process for you—quickly, professionally, and hassle-free.
Why Choose Me for Notary & Apostille Services in The Bay Area?
✔ Local Expertise: As a locally owned and operated business, I understand California’s notarial regulations, apostille requirements, and Secretary of State procedures—ensuring a seamless process from start to finish.
✔ Fast Turnaround: I personally handle document submissions with the California Secretary of State, helping to reduce delays and get your apostilled documents back to you as quickly as possible.
✔ Customer-Centric Service: I prioritize your convenience by offering mobile notary services, doorstep document pickup, and flexible shipping options that fit your schedule.
✔ Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees—just clear, upfront pricing so you always know what to expect when getting your documents notarized and apostilled.
Need a reliable and efficient apostille service? Contact me today!
How My Apostille Process Works in The Bay Area
✔ Online Consultation & Request: Start your order by filling out my simple online form or reaching out to me directly—I'm here to help.
✔ Document Preparation: I personally verify and notarize your documents (if needed), ensuring they meet all formal requirements for apostille processing.
✔ Secretary of State Submission: I handle the entire submission process with the California Secretary of State, helping expedite certification for faster results.
✔ Certification & Return: Once your apostille is processed, I review it for accuracy and return your documents via local pickup, courier, or express shipping—whichever works best for you.
Need an apostille? Let me take care of it—quickly and professionally. Contact me today!
My Shipping and Document Return Options for Apostille Services
I understand that every client has unique needs and timelines, so I offer multiple return and shipping options for your apostille documents:
✔ Local Pickup: Prefer to pick up your documents in person? I’m happy to arrange a convenient pickup time once your documents are ready.
✔ Express Courier Services: For urgent deliveries, I work with trusted couriers like FedEx and UPS to provide fast, trackable shipping to your preferred location.
✔ International Shipping: Need your apostilled documents sent overseas? I offer secure international shipping to ensure your paperwork reaches its destination safely and on time.
Just let me know your preferred return method—and I’ll handle the rest!
Standard
5-10 Business Days Processing
We provide complimentary local pickup within a 20-mile radius and personally deliver your document(s) to the California Secretary of State for certification. This service includes pickup, travel to Sacramento, and return shipping to your home or office.
Starting At $175.00
Expedited
3 Business Days Processing
We provide complimentary local pickup within a 20-mile radius and personally deliver your document(s) to the California Secretary of State for certification. This service includes pickup, travel to Sacramento, and return shipping to your home or office.
Starting At $275.00
RUSHED
1 Day Service
(Order must be received
by 10:00 am - weekdays)
We provide complimentary local pickup within a 20-mile radius and personally deliver your document(s) to the California Secretary of State for certification. This service includes pickup, travel to Sacramento, and return shipping to your home or office.
Starting At $375.00
US Department of State Apostille
Up To 4 Weeks
* Shipping Included (Domestic)
Starting At $200.00
Document Translation
Up to 250 words per page, additional fees if more
USCIS Acceptance Guaranteed. Over 130 languages - Translated by native speaking professional translators.
$50.00 Per Page
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Birth Certificates
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Marriage Certificates
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Apostilles
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Diplomas & Transcripts
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Vaccination Records
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Driver’s Licenses
Fast & Reliable Apostille Services – Certified Document Authentication
I provide fast and secure document authentication services through the California Secretary of State for use in countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. Whether you need to authenticate personal, business, or legal documents, I make the process quick, reliable, and hassle-free—so your paperwork meets international requirements without delay.
✔ Personal & Vital Records:
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Birth Certificates
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Marriage Certificates
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Death Certificates
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Divorce Decree
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Single Status Affidavit
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Background Checks (State, FBI)
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Power of Attorney
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Copy of U.S. Passport
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Copy of Driver’s License
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Authorization Letter
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Travel Consent Letter
✔ Academic Documents:
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Transcripts
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Diplomas
✔ Business & Corporate Documents:
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Articles of Incorporation
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Certificate of Good Standing
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Certification of Free Sale
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Certification of Origin
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Corporate Power of Attorney
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Commercial Invoice
Fast & Reliable Apostille Services – Certified Document Authentication
I provide FAST and secure document authentication services from the California Secretary of State’s office for use in countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. Whether you need to authenticate personal, business, or legal documents, I will ensure a quick and hassle-free process to meet international requirements.
Birth Certificates
A birth certificate is one of the most commonly apostilled documents, often required for international use related to dual citizenship, marriage, education, or inheritance matters.
In California, for a birth certificate to be eligible for an apostille, it must be a certified copy issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) – Vital Records or by the County Clerk’s Office in the county where the birth occurred. The document must be signed by an authorized public official, such as the State or County Registrar.
Before the California Secretary of State can issue an apostille, they must verify the official’s signature on the certificate. Photocopies or hospital-issued birth certificates are not eligible for apostille processing.
Marriage Certificates
A marriage certificate may require an apostille for international use, especially in matters related to name changes, immigration, spousal visas, dual citizenship, or legal recognition of marriage abroad.
In California, only a certified copy of the marriage certificate issued by the County Clerk or Recorder’s Office where the marriage was recorded is eligible for apostille. The document must bear the original signature and seal of a public official whose signature is on file with the California Secretary of State.
The California Secretary of State will verify the signature before issuing an apostille. Please note that photocopies, unofficial copies, or religious ceremony records are not acceptable for apostille processing.
Death Certificates
A death certificate may require an apostille for use abroad in matters such as estate settlement, inheritance claims, life insurance, or transferring assets across international jurisdictions.
In California, only certified copies of death certificates issued by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) – Vital Records or the County Clerk’s or Recorder’s Office where the death was registered are eligible for apostille. The document must contain the original signature of a recognized public official, such as the County Registrar or State Registrar, whose signature is on record with the California Secretary of State.
The California Secretary of State will verify the official’s signature before issuing an apostille. Please note that photocopies or hospital-issued death records are not acceptable for apostille processing.
Divorce Decree
A Divorce Decree is a final court judgment that legally ends a marriage and outlines the terms of the divorce, including property division, child custody, and support arrangements. When this document needs to be used in another country—for purposes such as remarriage, immigration, or legal recognition—it must be apostilled to confirm its authenticity.
In California, the original or a certified copy issued by the court is required to begin the apostille process.
Single Status Affidavit
A Single Status Affidavit is a sworn statement confirming that an individual is legally single and free to marry. This document is commonly required by foreign governments when a U.S. citizen is planning to marry abroad or apply for certain residency or visa statuses.
To be apostilled, the affidavit must be:
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Signed in front of a notary public
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Often accompanied by a certified statement from the County Clerk or Secretary of State (depending on the jurisdiction)
Background Checks (State, FBI)
A Background Check is an official report detailing an individual’s criminal history (or lack thereof). These are often required for employment, immigration, adoption, or residency applications abroad.
There are two common types of background checks used for apostille purposes:
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Local Police Background Check – Issued by a city or county law enforcement agency
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FBI Background Check – Issued at the federal level by the U.S. Department of Justice
Only FBI background checks are eligible for federal apostille certification, while local checks must be notarized and certified by the appropriate state authority before being apostilled.
Power Of Attorney
A Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows one person to grant another person the authority to act on their behalf in financial, legal, or medical matters. When this authority needs to be recognized in another country—such as for real estate transactions, managing bank accounts, or caring for a loved one abroad—an apostille is often required.
To qualify for an apostille, the Power of Attorney must be:
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Notarized properly in the state where it was signed
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Sometimes followed by county or state-level certification, depending on where it was notarized
Copy Of U.S. Passport
A copy of a U.S. Passport may require an apostille when it's being used for international legal, immigration, or identity verification purposes, such as marriage abroad, dual citizenship applications, or foreign residency.
Because the passport is a federal document, a copy must be notarized as a true copy by a commissioned notary public. The notarized copy can then be submitted for apostille certification through the U.S. Department of State (federal level), or in some cases, through the state if specifically allowed.
An Authorization Letter
An Authorization Letter is a written document that gives another person permission to act on your behalf for specific tasks—such as collecting documents, managing legal matters, handling financial transactions, or representing you abroad.
When an authorization letter needs to be used internationally, it often requires an apostille to verify its authenticity and the identity of the signer.
To be eligible for apostille, the letter must be:
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Properly signed and notarized
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Sometimes accompanied by a certified translation, depending on the destination country’s requirements
I can assist you with the notarization and can also assist you with having your authorization letter translated. I have partnered with Idiomatic Translations, they have translators in over 150 languages.
Travel Consent Letter
A Travel Consent Letter is a document signed by a parent or legal guardian giving permission for a minor child to travel—especially when the child is traveling alone or with only one parent, a relative, or another adult. This document is often required for international travel to prevent custody disputes or child abduction concerns.
To be accepted abroad, a travel consent letter may need to be:
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Notarized to verify the identity and intent of the signing parent(s)
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Apostilled if the destination country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention
Police Report
A Police Report is an official document issued by a local law enforcement agency that details an incident, investigation, or interaction involving an individual. These reports may need to be apostilled for use abroad in matters involving immigration, insurance claims, legal disputes, or background checks.
To obtain an apostille for a police report:
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The report must be issued on official letterhead by the law enforcement agency
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It must be notarized or accompanied by a sworn affidavit from the issuing agency
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Once notarized, it can be submitted to the Secretary of State for apostille certification
Name Change
A Name Change Document is a certified court order or legal record confirming that an individual has legally changed their name. This document is often required internationally for immigration, marriage, dual citizenship, inheritance, or to update identity documents abroad.
To be eligible for an apostille, the name change document must be:
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A certified copy issued by the court or relevant government agency
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Submitted to the Secretary of State in the state where it was issued for apostille certification
Naturalization Certificate
A Naturalization Certificate is a federal document issued by the U.S. government to individuals who have become naturalized U.S. citizens. It serves as proof of citizenship and may need to be apostilled when used internationally for purposes such as dual citizenship, inheritance claims, or legal residency applications.
Because this is a federal document, it cannot be apostilled at the state level. Instead:
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You must obtain a Certified True Copy of the Naturalization Certificate from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
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Once certified, it must be submitted to the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. for federal apostille processing.
Non-Impediment
A Non-Impediment Certificate (also known as a Certificate of No Record of Marriage or Single Status Certificate) is a document that verifies an individual is not currently married and is legally free to marry. This certificate is often required by foreign governments for international marriage applications or residency purposes.
In the United States, this document may be:
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Issued by the local county clerk’s office, or
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Created as a sworn affidavit, notarized by a notary public
To be apostilled:
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The document must be properly notarized
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Then submitted to the Secretary of State in the state where it was notarized
Corporate Documents
Corporate Documents are legal records related to the formation, structure, and operation of a business entity. When a company needs to expand internationally, open foreign bank accounts, enter into overseas contracts, or establish a foreign branch, these documents often require apostille certification.
Common corporate documents that may need an apostille include:
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Articles of Incorporation or Organization
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Certificates of Good Standing
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Operating Agreements or Bylaws
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Board Resolutions
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Business Licenses or Tax Certificates
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The documents must be certified by the Secretary of State where the company is registered, or
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If notarized, must be properly notarized and submitted to the Secretary of State for apostille
Academic Documents
Academic Documents such as diplomas, transcripts, and degrees often require an apostille when being submitted to a foreign country for employment, continued education, visa applications, or credential evaluations.
Documents commonly apostilled include:
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High School or College Diplomas
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Official Transcripts
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Certificates of Enrollment or Graduation
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Professional Certifications or Licenses
To be apostilled:
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The documents must be certified by the registrar's office or notarized as a true copy
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Some institutions may issue a notarized letter directly—others may require coordination with the County Clerk or Secretary of State
Certified Apostille Facilitator
I became a California Notary Public and Apostille Facilitator to provide reliable, efficient, and internationally trusted document services to my community. Trained and experienced in apostille certification, I help individuals and businesses ensure their important documents are properly authenticated for use abroad in Hague Convention member countries.
Whether you need to apostille a birth certificate, marriage license, FBI background check, power of attorney, or corporate document, I handle the entire process. I also assist with certified and sworn translations in over 150 languages, with guaranteed acceptance by USCIS and foreign consulates.
My goal is to make the apostille process seamless, and stress-free. I offer mobile appointments across San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties, including homes, offices, coffee shops, wherever you request. I offer same-day service when possible and always work with urgency and discretion for time-sensitive international matters.
—I am happy to help you.
My Affiliations and Training
I make sure to stay up-to-date on all of my state laws and regulations as a Notary Public.
Member Of California League Of Independant Notaries
I Am Bound to the Notarial Laws Of California
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Annual Background Checked through National Notary Association
Loan Signing Systems certified professional Notary Loan Signing Agent
Certified California Apostille Facilitator
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World Of Apostille Certified Apostille Facilitator
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I offer professional and efficient apostille services to help individuals and businesses authenticate their documents for international use.
Fee starts at
$175.00 - 2 Week Processing
$275.00 - 3 Day Processing
$375.00 - 1 Day Processing
Fee's are $50.00 per page (up to 225 words per page)
Certified $50.00 total