Apostille Services for All Countries from Massachusetts

Fast, Reliable International Apostille Processing

If you need to use a U.S. document outside the United States, proper authentication is required. At ApostilleMA.com, we provide apostille services for all countries from Massachusetts, helping individuals and businesses authenticate documents for international use quickly and correctly. We handle apostille and international document authentication for a wide range of documents, including birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce decrees, academic records, affidavits, powers of attorney, and court documents. Whether your documents are being used for immigration, citizenship, education, employment, marriage abroad, or international business, we ensure they are processed according to the correct country requirements.

This page serves as the main hub for apostille services by country. Each destination has its own rules, and choosing the wrong process can result in rejection or long delays. Our role is to make sure that does not happen.

What Is an Apostille?

An apostille is an official certificate that authenticates the origin of a public document, making it legally valid for use in foreign countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention.

An apostille confirms that:

• The document was issued by a legitimate authority.

• The signature on the document is authentic

• The seal or stamp is official

For countries that are not part of the Hague Convention, documents must go through embassy or consulate legalization instead. Submitting an apostille when legalization is required will result in rejection. In Massachusetts, apostilles are issued by the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s office in Boston. ApostilleMA.com manages the entire process for you, from document review to submission and return.

Apostille vs Embassy Legalization

Not all countries accept apostilles. If the destination country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an apostille is sufficient.If the destination country is not part of the Hague Convention, documents must go through state authentication, federal authentication, and embassy or consulate legalization. Submitting the wrong type of authentication is one of the most common reasons documents are rejected for international use. We determine the correct process before anything is submitted.

Countries We Support Apostille Services For

We provide apostille and international document authentication services for countries across:

• Europe

• Asia

• Middle East

• North America

• South America

• Africa

Each country has different document rules, notarization requirements, translation standards, and processing timelines. That’s why this page acts as a parent page, with individual country pages listed below.

Apostille by Country

Use this section to navigate to country-specific apostille requirements. Each country page explains exactly how documents must be prepared for that destination.

Examples of country pages under this section include:

• Italy

• Spain

• France

• Germany

• Netherlands

• Portugal

• Canada

• United Kingdom

• Middle East countries

• Asian countries

As additional country guides are published, they will appear under this main section.

Common Documents We Apostille for International Use

We handle apostille processing for a wide range of documents, including:

Vital Records

• Birth certificates

• Marriage certificates

• Divorce decrees

• Death certificates

Only certified long-form copies are accepted. Short-form certificates are frequently rejected.

Educational Documents

• Diplomas

• Transcripts

• Enrollment letters

• Degree certificates

Educational documents may require notarization before apostille unless issued as certified copies by the institution.

Legal and Notarized Documents

• Affidavits

• Powers of attorney

• Declarations

• Consent letters

• Personal statements

These documents must be notarized correctly before apostille.

For notarization prior to apostille, we work with a trusted local notary service at:
https://middlesexnotary.com/

Background Checks

Massachusetts state background checks
Federal background checks

Federal background checks follow a different authentication process and often require additional processing time.

How the Apostille Process Works

Obtain the Correct Document

You must start with a certified copy or properly notarized original, depending on the document type. Incorrect format is the leading cause of rejection.

Document Review

We review your document to ensure it meets the exact requirements for the destination country, including signatures, seals, and eligibility for apostille or legalization.

Notarization If Required

If notarization is required, we offer mobile notary services through MiddlesexNotary.com to ensure documents are notarized correctly before submission.

Submit for Apostille or Authentication

We submit your document to the appropriate authority, whether that is the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, federal authentication office, or foreign embassy.

Receive Your Apostilled Document

Once processing is complete, your apostilled or legalized document is returned to you by courier or mail, depending on your preference.

Translation Requirements for International Documents

Many countries require documents to be translated into their official language.

• Translation is usually required after apostille.

• Translations may need certification.

• Some countries require sworn translations.

Translation rules vary by destination, and incorrect translation order can cause rejection.

Common Mistakes That Delay Apostille Processing

• Submitting uncertified or short-form documents

• Incorrect notarization wording

• Using apostille instead of embassy legalization

• Submitting documents in the wrong order

• Assuming translation is optional

Avoiding these mistakes saves time and prevents costly reprocessing.

When Apostille Services Are Commonly Needed

Apostilles are often required for:

• Immigration and visa applications

• Citizenship and residency

• Marriage abroad

• Study or employment overseas

• International business transactions

Without proper authentication, documents are often rejected without review.

Start Your Apostille Request Today

At ApostilleMA.com, we simplify the apostille process for Massachusetts residents. Whether you need an apostille for a birth certificate, divorce decree, or any other official document, we provide fast, reliable service to get your documents certified and ready for international use.

✔ Same-day courier service in Boston
✔ Mobile notary services available in Massachusetts
✔ Fast, reliable apostille processing

📞 Call or Text: 781-226-8331
📧 Email: info@apostillema.com

For additional notary and document services, you can also visit:
https://middlesexnotary.com/