Diploma & Transcript Apostille Services
- Nationwide Coverage: We process diploma & transcript apostille requests across all 50 U.S. states.
- Federal & State Support: We verify your diploma & transcript meets requirements before submission to prevent delays.
Diploma & Transcript Apostille
Diplomas and academic transcripts are among the most frequently apostilled documents for professionals and students moving abroad. Whether you're pursuing a graduate degree at a foreign university, applying for professional licensure in another country, seeking employment with an international company, or undergoing credential evaluation by a foreign education ministry, your U.S. academic documents must be apostilled to be recognized. The process for educational documents varies significantly by state, with many requiring notarization before the apostille can be attached.
What We Check Before Processing
- Whether the issuing institution is accredited and recognized by the state
- Presence of authorized signatures (registrar, dean, president) and institutional seal
- State-specific notarization requirements - many states require diplomas to be notarized before apostille
- Whether a letter of accreditation from the institution is also needed
- Destination country requirements for academic document authentication
- Digital diploma verification - whether a physical reprint is needed
If you have a university enrollment, credential evaluation, or professional licensing deadline, submit as early as possible. Processing and shipping times vary by state.
Processing Timelines
Priority Express
As fast as 24 hours (business-day turnaround)
Standard Priority
2–3 business days
Economy Standard
4–6 business days
State processing can be as fast as 24 hours for eligible requests. Shipping time is separate from processing time. If you need your apostilled diploma & transcript for international use, submit your request as early as possible to allow for both processing and delivery.
View full processing time detailsTrue Copy vs. Original Protocol
We default to True Copy Apostilles – faster, more affordable, and no need to mail your originals.
True Copy
Recommended- No mailing required
- Faster processing
- Lower cost
- Widely accepted
Original
By request- Must mail your original
- Longer processing
- Higher cost
- Required by some authorities
Common Issues with Diploma & Transcript Apostilles
- Notarization Required in Many States: Unlike vital records (birth, death, marriage certificates), diplomas and transcripts are not issued by a government office. In most states, the Secretary of State can only apostille a document bearing a signature they have on file. Since school officials' signatures are typically not on file, the document must first be notarized by a commissioned notary public in that state, and the notary's signature is what gets apostilled.
- Digital Diplomas and Electronic Transcripts: Many universities now issue diplomas and transcripts electronically or through digital platforms. These digital versions cannot be apostilled. You will need to request a physical diploma reprint or official paper transcript from your institution. Some institutions charge a fee and require several weeks for reprints.
- Accreditation Letter May Be Required: Some destination countries require not just the apostilled diploma but also a separate letter confirming the institution's accreditation. This letter typically must be issued by the institution or a recognized accreditation body and then separately notarized and apostilled.
- Institution Seal Alone May Not Suffice: Having your school's embossed seal on the diploma does not automatically mean the document can be apostilled. In states where notarization is required, the school seal is irrelevant to the apostille process - the notary's commission and signature are what the Secretary of State authenticates.
Nationwide Coverage Across All 50 States
We handle diploma & transcript apostille requests from every U.S. state and coordinate directly with the appropriate Secretary of State office for correct routing and processing.
We Ship Directly to You with Tracking
Once processing is complete, we ship your apostilled diploma & transcript directly to you with full tracking. Domestic and international shipping options are available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Access guidance addressing the most common questions regarding apostille eligibility, document requirements, jurisdictional differences, and processing timelines.
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The information provided on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Requirements may vary by state and destination country. For formal legal advice, consult a qualified professional.