Attestation & Consular Legalizations
When you need embassy document attestation we provide clear guidance and support.
An certification of legal documents for Non-Hague countries is a process that verifies the origin and legitimacy of a document to be used in a country that hasn't signed the Hague Apostille Convention. Unlike Hague Apostille countries, where a single Apostille certificate suffices, non-Hague countries require a chain authentication process.
What Is A Certification & The 6 Step Attestation Process
Order Form / Appointment
Get in touch with us to schedule your apostille appointment or fill out the Apostille Order Form. You can reach us by phone, email, or easily book online through our convenient booking link. Or you can send us your documents using our free pre-paid USPS shipping label.
Notarize & Verify
Certain documents require notarization before they can receive an apostille. We can either notarize in-person at our office or electronically via remote online notarization on your phone or laptop. If you have vital records, we'll verify them to ensure they meet all apostille requirements.
Secretary of State
We'll handle the submission of your documents to the Secretary of State or equivalent office in the state where the documents were issued. This step confirms the authenticity of the signature and seal on your documents, adding another layer of validation.
Federal Authentication
Once your documents have received state authentication, we'll forward them to the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. for federal level authentication. We'll track the progress of your documents through the federal authentication process and keep you updated on their status.
Consular Legalization
As the final step, we'll submit your authenticated documents to the embassy or consulate of the destination country. This step ensures that your documents meet the specific legal requirements of the foreign country and will be recognized by their authorities.
Receive your certification with free shipping back to you or pick it up from our office. We also offer international shipping options and certified translations.
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Ways We Can Handle Your Documents For Your Certification
In Person Notarizations
Recommended if you…
Live, work, or are near Philadelphia and want to visit our Chestnut Hill location.
Looking for a private & tailored notary service specializing in apostilles & consular legalizations.
Need a dedicated 1 on 1 session with the notary and appointment slot.
Require wet signatures and wet notary stamp/ seal.
Online Notarizations
Recommended if you…
Would like to sign from anywhere including (home, work, school, coffee shop etc.)
Prefer 100% virtual experience without meeting in person with a notary.
Have a webcam and mic-enabled smartphone or computer.
Foreign country accepts electronic signatures
are a U.S. citizen or resident currently outside of the country.
Recommended if you have…
Vital Records (Birth, Marriage, Death or Divorcee Decree’s)
Documents from multiple states & counties
Documents that have been already notarized
Federal documents
Document Drop Off
Most Common Documents You Can Get Legalized
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Attestation & Certifications Costs
Our Attestation & Certifications service starts at $325.
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Meet Your Certification Team
Hi! I’m Brian, and I’ve been where you are
Needing important documents authenticated quickly and correctly , but feeling lost in the sea of paperwork and legalities. That's why I started Philadelphia Notary & Apostille. We simplify the often confusing process of obtaining certifications for documents going to countries not part of the Hague convention, offering expert guidance and personalized service to individuals, businesses and law firms alike. Our goal is to save you time and stress, ensuring your documents are legally recognized wherever you need them.
I’m Nora and together we are here to help you!
As a Spanish speaker, I help Spanish speakers with the apostille process if Spanish is your preferred language. I also help my clients just like you navigate the challenges often faced when figuring out the correct attestation & certification process.