When you need to use documents issued or notarized in Washington, D.C. abroad, they must first be authenticated to verify their legitimacy. Our company provides professional Washington, D.C. apostille services through the D.C. Office of the Secretary of State, ensuring your documents are properly certified and accepted for international use. We make the entire process fast, reliable, and hassle-free for individuals, businesses, and organizations.

What Is a Washington, D.C. Apostille?

An apostille is an official certification that verifies the authenticity of the signature, seal, and authority of a public official or notary public on a document. When a document is issued or notarized in Washington, D.C. and needs to be used in a country that is part of The Hague Apostille Convention, it must receive an apostille from the D.C. Secretary of State’s Office. This certification ensures your D.C. document is legally recognized abroad without further embassy or consular legalization.

Documents That Commonly Need a D.C. Apostille

We assist with obtaining apostilles for a wide variety of documents issued or notarized in Washington, D.C., including:

Birth, death, and marriage certificates issued in Washington, D.C.
Divorce decrees and court documents from D.C. Superior Court
Power of attorney and affidavit documents
Educational documents such as diplomas, transcripts, and degrees from D.C. schools or universities
Corporate and business documents, including articles of incorporation, certificates of good standing, and bylaws
Personal notarized statements, consent letters, and contracts

How Our D.C. Apostille Service Works

The apostille process can be complicated if you’re not familiar with the requirements, but our team manages every step on your behalf:

Document Review and Preparation:
We review your D.C. documents to confirm they meet all requirements for apostille certification. If your document requires notarization, we ensure it was performed by an active D.C. notary public.
Submission to the D.C. Secretary of State:
Once verified, we personally submit your documents to the Office of Notary Commissions and Authentications within the D.C. Secretary of State’s Office for apostille processing.
Expedited Processing Options:
We offer both standard and expedited apostille services, depending on your deadline. Expedited services can often be completed in as little as 1–2 business days.
Secure Delivery:
After your apostille is issued, we securely ship your certified documents back to you or directly to your destination country.

Why Choose Our Washington, D.C. Apostille Service

We specialize in handling apostille services for all 50 states and federal documents processed in Washington, D.C. Our experience ensures that your documents are properly prepared and accepted without delay or rejection.

Whether you need your Washington, D.C. documents apostilled for work, study, marriage, or legal use abroad, we make the process simple, fast, and dependable. Contact us today to begin your D.C. apostille service through the Secretary of State and let our professionals handle the entire process for you.