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JET Apostille FAQ page is here to help you navigate the apostille and authentication process with clarity and confidence. From timelines and document types to notarization and embassy requirements, we’ve answered the most common questions our clients ask. Don’t see your question listed? We’re here to help—just contact us, and we’ll be happy to assist you directly.
An apostille is an official certificate that verifies the authenticity of a public document for
use in another country that is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention.
An apostille is used for Hague Convention countries. Authentication is required for
countries not part of the Hague Convention and involves additional embassy or consulate
legalization.
Yes, we can help you obtain an Apostille for all 50 states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona,
Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho,
Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts,
Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire,
New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon,
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont,
Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin & Wyoming.
More than 120 countries accept apostilles, including Spain, France, Italy, Mexico, and Japan.
There are many factors to consider when getting a document apostilled. It can become very
complex and JET Apostille services will facilitate this process on your behalf. The process
can very from document to document with some requiring additional certification prior to
the issue of the Apostille Certificate. JET Apostille services knows the ropes so you don’t
have to figure it out and avoid the pitfall of a document being rejected. We provide the
faster service available personally and ensure your document is issued with the Apostille
Certificate on the first attempt.
Yes. FBI background checks are federal documents and can be apostilled by the U.S.
Department of State.
The FBI background check must be issued electronically or on official paper.
Processing times vary based on government backlogs, but typically range from 2–6 weeks, but can be longer if mailed in. JET Apostille Services provides walk-in service on your
behalf that takes 7-8-business days (processing days do not include Fridays or holidays.)
Yes, the best method is to obtain a certified copy issued by USCIS for submission.
Yes. SSA letters can be apostilled once properly issued and notarized.
You must request an official benefits verification letter directly from the SSA.
Yes. Birth certificates can be apostilled if they are certified copies issued by the state vital records office.
Yes. Photocopies or hospital-issued certificates are not accepted.
Yes. Certified court documents issued by the clerk of court may be apostilled.
Judgments, divorce decrees, probate orders, and criminal record documents may qualify.
Federal documents are apostilled by the U.S. Department of State, while state documents
are apostilled by the Secretary of State where issued.
FBI background checks, naturalization records, and SSA letters are federal documents.
Birth certificates, marriage licenses, and state court records are state-issued documents.
Yes. Notarized affidavits, powers of attorney, and consent letters can be apostilled.
Documents that are laminated, unsigned, unofficial, or improperly notarized cannot be
apostilled.
Ensure that documents are certified, properly notarized, and issued by the correct authority before submission.
We hope we were able to answer your apostille or notary question here. If not, feel free to contact us .
