U.S. Apostille Services for Americans Living Abroad
You do not need to return to the United States or mail your original documents internationally to get a U.S. apostille. Upload a clear scan, and we handle submission, government fees, and worldwide delivery.
Common Challenges for Overseas Americans
I cannot visit a state office in person
Living abroad makes in-person visits to a Secretary of State office impossible. We submit on your behalf with no personal visit required.
I do not want to mail my original documents internationally
Sending irreplaceable originals through international mail is risky. Our True Copy method works from scans for most document types.
I cannot easily send a U.S. money order from overseas
Many government offices accept only U.S. money orders or checks. We handle all government fee payments on your behalf.
I am on a visa deadline and need this done fast
Our Priority Express tier processes state apostilles in 24 hours. We coordinate timing so your document arrives before your deadline.
How It Works for Overseas Clients
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Upload a clear scan of your document online
Use our secure submission form to upload a high-resolution scan of your document. No need to mail anything at this stage.
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We process the apostille with the correct authority
We route your document to the correct state Secretary of State or the U.S. Department of State (for federal documents) and handle all paperwork and government fees.
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We ship the completed apostille to your address worldwide
Once apostilled, we ship directly to your international address via tracked international shipping ($87). You receive tracking information by email.
Most Requested Documents from Abroad
FBI Background Check
Required for work visas, residency, and teaching abroad.
Birth Certificate
Needed for citizenship, marriage, and residency applications.
Marriage Certificate
Required for spousal visas, name changes, and legal status abroad.
Diploma or Transcript
Needed for foreign employment verification and graduate admissions.
Naturalization Certificate
Proof of U.S. citizenship for foreign government filings.
Divorce Decree
Required for remarriage, name change, or property transactions abroad.
Popular Destinations for Americans Abroad
Each country has specific apostille and document requirements. Select your destination for detailed guidance.
Add-On Services for International Clients
USCIS-certified translation for documents going to non-English-speaking countries.
International Remote Online Notary session for documents that require notarization before apostille.
Completion Scan
We email a scan of your completed apostille packet so you have a digital copy before the physical document arrives.
Pricing Overview
- Economy Standard: from $149 per document (4 to 6 business days)
- Standard Priority: from $197 per document (2 to 3 business days)
- Priority Express: from $249 per document (24-hour processing)
- International tracked shipping: $87
- Domestic overnight shipping: $49
- Government Processing and Handling fee: $19 per document
Federal apostilles (FBI background checks and other federal documents) take 7 to 9 business days and cannot be expedited. Service tiers apply to state documents only.
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We are an independent service provider and not affiliated with any government authority, including the U.S. Department of State, any state Secretary of State office, or any foreign government agency.