Apostille for Employment
Working abroad requires properly authenticated documents. Whether you are applying for a work visa, seeking professional licensure in another country, or fulfilling employer requirements for an international posting, apostilled documents are typically mandatory. Employers and government agencies abroad need to verify your qualifications, identity, and background - and apostilles make that verification legally recognized across Hague Convention countries.
Common Documents Needed
Step-by-Step Process
Identify Required Documents
Review your employer's requirements and the destination country's work visa application checklist. Common requirements include apostilled diplomas, background checks, professional licenses, and birth certificates.
Determine State or Federal Routing
Diplomas and professional licenses are typically state-level documents. FBI background checks are federal documents processed through the U.S. Department of State. We determine the correct routing for each document.
Submit for Review
Upload your documents through our portal. We review each document for proper notarization, completeness, and compliance with the destination country's requirements.
Process Apostille
We submit your documents to the appropriate state or federal authority. For time-sensitive employment deadlines, expedited processing is available in many states.
Ship to You
Apostilled documents are shipped to you with tracking. International shipping is available if you need documents delivered to your employer or the consulate abroad.
Common Destination Countries
People commonly need apostilles for employment purposes in these countries:
Tips
- Teaching positions abroad (especially in South Korea, Japan, and China) almost always require apostilled diplomas and FBI background checks.
- FBI background checks are federal documents - they cannot be apostilled by a state Secretary of State and must go through the U.S. Department of State.
- Some countries require professional licenses to be notarized before apostille. Verify your state's requirements.
- Work visa deadlines are often tight - start the apostille process as soon as you receive your job offer.
- If your employer requires multiple documents, submit them all at once to save time and shipping costs.
Ready to Get Started?
Submit your documents online and we handle the entire apostille process - from document review to state or federal routing to shipping. We process employment documents from all 50 states.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about apostilling documents for employment.
Related Resources
Apostille Resources
Review detailed guidance on document eligibility, processing standards, jurisdictional requirements, and common submission errors to ensure your documents are accepted internationally.
The information provided on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Requirements may vary by destination country and are subject to change. For formal legal advice, consult a qualified professional.