JET Apostille is not a law firm, and none of its representatives are attorneys licensed to practice law in the State of Maryland or any other state. We are not authorized to draft legal records, provide legal advice—including on immigration matters—or charge fees for those services. If you need legal guidance, please consult a licensed attorney.
At Jet Apostille, we make document authentication simple and secure for clients across the U.S. and around the world. Our Washington DC location lets us hand‑carry your paperwork to the relevant agencies and embassies for faster results.
When your document was issued or notarized in a specific state, it must be authenticated by that state’s secretary of state. We guide your papers through the right channels, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Common state documents include:
Birth or death certificates
Marriage or divorce certificates
School transcripts, diplomas, and professional licenses
Notarized letters and affidavits
Powers of attorney and corporate resolutions
Because state rules vary, mistakes like sending the wrong document or incomplete information can lead to delays. We review your paperwork before submission to avoid errors, and we monitor its progress until the apostille is issued.
Federal documents—such as FBI background checks, Social Security benefit letters, USDA or USPTO certificates, naturalization papers, and federal court documents—require authentication by the U.S. Department of State. The State Department issues either an apostille (for Hague Convention countries) or an authentication certificate (for non‑Hague countries).
Because we’re based in the DC area, we can personally deliver your federal documents to the Office of Authentications. This avoids mailing delays and helps ensure faster turnaround. Our familiarity with federal procedures reduces the risk of improper notarization or missing information—two common reasons applications get rejected.
Some countries are not party to the Hague Convention. In these cases, a multi‑step chain of authentication is required: state certification, then federal authentication, and finally consular legalization. We coordinate each step and handle the legwork for you, including:
Business documents and corporate filings
International employment or work permits
Adoption and education records for overseas use
Real estate transactions abroad
Foreign company registrations and licenses
Working near the embassies in Washington DC lets us finalize the consular legalizations quickly. You avoid the confusion of navigating embassy requirements on your own and eliminate the risk of last‑minute surprises.
If your document isn’t in the language required by the destination country, a certified translation must accompany it. Our network of professional translators provides accurate, certified translations that meet embassy and government standards. We can handle translation and apostille in tandem, so you don’t have to coordinate multiple vendors.
Many documents need proper notarization before they can be apostilled. Small errors—like missing seals or incorrect dates—can invalidate a notarization. With over 25 years of notary experience, we ensure your documents meet all notarial requirements before they go to the next step.
Experience and Expertise: We’ve processed hundreds of apostilles across 25+ countries, and we stay current with all state and federal requirements.
Location Advantage: Being in Washington DC allows us to deliver documents to the Secretary of State offices and embassies in person, offering same‑day or expedited services when needed.
Error Prevention: We eliminate common DIY mistakes such as submitting the wrong document, incomplete paperwork, improper notarization, ignoring country‑specific requirements, or waiting until the last minute.
End‑to‑End Service: From notarization and translation to state, federal, and consular authentication, we manage the entire process so you can focus on your priorities.
Clear Communication: You receive regular updates, transparent pricing, and no hidden fees. We tell you upfront what documents and details we need to avoid delays.
Contact us to discuss your document and destination country. We will review your paperwork, explain the required steps, and provide a detailed, no‑obligation quote. With Jet Apostille as your trusted partner, you can move forward confidently knowing your documents will be accepted wherever they need to go.
