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- Same Day Illinois Apostille
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- FBI Background Checks
- 5.0 Rating (262 Reviews)
- Trusted by Attorneys & Immigration Firms
Get Your Apostille Done Right & Hassle-Free
- Same Day Illinois Apostille
- FBI Background Checks
- 5.0 Rating (262 Reviews)
- Trusted by Attorneys & Immigration Firms
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I never thought that a mundane process like getting something notarized would be such a delightful experience. Eric was very polite, super fast and served us with a smile on his face. Thanks!!
Great professional service! Would definitely use him again. He met a clerk at the Archdiocese of Chicago to observe the stamping of the document so he could notarize it. He then took those documents to get an apostille and mailed them back to me the same day.
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Incredibly fast, precise, and quality service. Location is great—in the heart of downtown. He went above and beyond to assist me! Would absolutely recommend to friends and family needing a notary!
I never thought that a mundane process like getting something notarized would be such a delightful experience. Eric was very polite, super fast and served us with a smile on his face. Thanks!!
Great professional service! Would definitely use him again. He met a clerk at the Archdiocese of Chicago to observe the stamping of the document so he could notarize it. He then took those documents to get an apostille and mailed them back to me the same day.
What a great and professional service.I needed apostille with translation to Italian and ship to me to Italy and Mr. ERIC took care of everything . I definitely recommend their firm and will use their service in the future. Thank you again
Incredibly fast, precise, and quality service. Location is great—in the heart of downtown. He went above and beyond to assist me! Would absolutely recommend to friends and family needing a notary!
I never thought that a mundane process like getting something notarized would be such a delightful experience. Eric was very polite, super fast and served us with a smile on his face. Thanks!!
Great professional service! Would definitely use him again. He met a clerk at the Archdiocese of Chicago to observe the stamping of the document so he could notarize it. He then took those documents to get an apostille and mailed them back to me the same day.
What a great and professional service.I needed apostille with translation to Italian and ship to me to Italy and Mr. ERIC took care of everything . I definitely recommend their firm and will use their service in the future. Thank you again
Incredibly fast, precise, and quality service. Location is great—in the heart of downtown. He went above and beyond to assist me! Would absolutely recommend to friends and family needing a notary!
Apostille for Birth Certificates in the USA
Fast & Reliable Apostille Services for Birth Certificstes issued in the United States.
Apostille for Birth Certificates in the USA
Fast & Reliable Apostille Services for Birth Certificstes issued in the United States.
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Federal Authentication and Apostille
Official authentication of an FBI background check with an apostille for use in international employment or visa applications
Vital Records Apostille
Authentication of vital records—such as birth, marriage, and death certificates—for official use in foreign countries through apostille certification
Translation + Apostille
Certified translation and apostille services ensure your documents are accurately translated and officially authenticated for legal use abroad
State Apostille
Fast, reliable same-day processing to get your tasks completed without delay.
Federal Authentication and Apostille
Official authentication of an FBI background check with an apostille for use in international employment or visa applications.
Translation + Apostille
Certified translation and apostille services ensure your documents are accurately translated and officially authenticated for legal use abroad.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an Apostille?
An apostille is a certification issued by the Secretary of State that verifies the authenticity of a public document so it can be used in another country that is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. Common documents that require apostilles include birth certificates, marriage certificates, diplomas, and notarized documents.
What is the difference between a State Apostille and Federal Authentication?
A State Apostille is issued by the Secretary of State for documents originating at the state level (such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, and notarized documents).
A Federal Authentication is issued by the U.S. Department of State for federal documents such as:
- FBI Background Checks
- Certificates of Naturalization
- Federal court documents
- Documents issued by federal agencies
Federal authentication is typically required for countries not part of the Hague Apostille Convention.
How long does the Apostille process take?
Processing time depends on the type of document and the issuing authority.
Typical timelines:
- Illinois State Apostille: Same-day or 1–2 business days
All other states 7-10 business days
- Federal Authentication: 3–4 weeks depending on the U.S. Department of State processing times
- Document Retrieval: Up to 10 business days depending on the issuing office
Expedited service may be available for certain documents.
Do my documents need to be notarized before getting an apostille?
Some documents must be notarized before they can receive an apostille. Examples include:
- Affidavits
- Power of Attorney
- Copies of passports
- Educational documents
However, vital records such as birth and marriage certificates must be certified copies issued by the county or state, not notarized copies.
Do my documents need to be translated before apostille or authentication?
If your documents will be used in a country where another language is required, certified translation may be necessary. In most cases:
- The original document is apostilled or authenticated first.
- The document is then translated by a certified translator.
- A certificate of translation accuracy may also be notarized and apostilled if required by the receiving country.
What are the differences between Hague Convention countries and non-Hague Convention countries?
In 1961, many countries joined together to create a simplified method of authenticating documents for universal recognition. Members of the conference, referred to as the Hague Convention adopted a document referred to as an Apostille that would be recognized by all member countries.
There are two categories of destination countries: those that are part of the Hague Convention and those that are not. Apostilles can exclusively be obtained for countries within the Hague Convention. If your intended destination falls outside the scope of the Hague Convention, it is categorized as a non-Hague Country. In such cases, authentication is required through the U.S. Department of Justice in Washington D.C. and/or embassy legalization for the specific country. If you are unsure what the process if for your specific document, give us a call.
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