Florida Apostille Services for U.S. Documents Used Internationally

An apostille is an official certification issued by the Florida Secretary of State that verifies the authenticity of a public document for use in countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. 

 Common documents requiring a Florida apostille include:

• Florida birth certificates
   
• Marriage and death certificates
   
• Power of Attorney documents
   
• School transcripts and diplomas
   
• Corporate and business documents
   
• Divorce decrees and court orders
   
• FBI background checks (when applicable)
   

If your Florida-issued document will be used in another country, it will likely require an apostille. If your document isn’t listed here, that’s okay. Many other notarized and official documents may also qualify depending on the destination country.

The apostille process can be confusing. Small errors: incorrect notarization wording, expired notary seals, or missing details can cause costly delays. For that reason, The NotaryCan offers: 

Pre-Submission Document Review
We examine notarization language, seal clarity, commission validity, and document eligibility before it reaches Tallahassee.

Guided Submission Options
We coordinate the appropriate processing level — standard, expedited, or same-day courier.

Clear, Step-by-Step Instructions
No guesswork. No unclear requirements. Just a structured process from start to finish.

Nationwide Remote Support
If your document originates in Florida, we can assist you regardless of where you are located — including international clients.

Before requesting an apostille, confirm the following:

1. Verify the Document Type 

Certain documents must be certified originals (such as vital records). Others must be properly notarized before submission.

2. Ensure Proper Notarization

For personal or corporate documents, the notarial certificate must include correct wording, a legible seal, and an active Florida commission.

If you are unsure whether your document qualifies, we review it before submission to prevent delays.

3. Translation Requirements

If the receiving country requires a certified translation, coordination may be required before apostille processing.

Send a clear photo or scan of your document for review. We’ll confirm eligibility, processing time, and the fastest path forward before you submit anything incorrectly. Get your Apostille Inquiry below so your international process stays on track.