The Apostille Process
The Apostille Process
Submitting Your Apostille Order
Submitting Your Apostille Order
The Apostille Process
1. Document Verification:
The process begins by verifying the authenticity and completeness of your documents ensuring that all necessary signatures, seals, and information are present before proceeding.
The entire document must be present.
2. Notarization:
If required, CL Brown Notary Service will notarize your documents. This step involves a notary public witnessing the signing of the document and adding their seal or stamp to certify its authenticity.
3. Apostille Authentication:
Once your document is notarized, it is ready to receive an apostille. The apostille validates the origin of the document, making it legally acceptable in countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention.
For those countries that do not participate, a certification will be used instead of an apostille.
Certification often requires additional review by the United States Department of State or by the embassy of the destination country.
**In Maryland, the Apostille is issued by the Maryland Secretary of State's office, which is the designated competent authority responsible for authenticating documents for international use.
3. CL Brown Notary Service understands that different countries may have specific requirements for apostille authentication. They have the expertise to navigate these requirements and ensure your documents comply with the regulations of the country that the apostille will travel to.
4. CL Brown Notary Service prioritizes efficient service and timely delivery. They work diligently to process your documents and obtain the apostille as quickly as possible.
5. Once documents are reviewed and fees
submitted, an invoice will be submitted to
the client.
Submitting Your Apostille Order
Submitting Your Apostille Order
Submitting Your Apostille Order
Here's how the apostille process works with CL Brown Notary Service:
***Consultation is Required First***
Free consultation by calling
443~762~6463
Days and Hours:
Monday ~ Saturday:
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
1. Submit the order form in its entirety below.
2. Google Order Form:
3. Send a scan or photograph of your documents to
cherylbrown@clbrownnotaryservice.com
4. We will reach out to confirm and finalize your order.
5. After Document Submission
We will e-mail/ text updates on your documents.
6. Choose your mailing service:
*DHL
*UPS
*FedEx
7. Receive your certified documents back
within the allotted time frame discussed with your Apostille agent.
**Customer service is available via email, and phone throughout the entire process.
Apostille Questions and Answers
Q: What is an apostille, and why is it needed?
A: An apostille is a specific type of authentication that verifies the origin and authenticity of a document for use in countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention. It is required to make your documents legally valid and recognized internationally.
Q: What types of documents can be apostilled through CL Brown Notary Service?
A: We can assist with apostilling a wide range of documents, including birth certificates, marriage certificates, academic transcripts, diplomas, power of attorney documents, certificates of incorporation, and more.
Q: How does the apostille process work with CL Brown Notary Service?
A: The apostille process with CL Brown Notary Service involves document verification, notarization (if necessary), and obtaining the apostille authentication. They ensure all required signatures and information are present before proceeding to get the apostille.
Q: Can CL Brown Notary Service handle apostilles for documents going to any country?
A: Yes, we research whether to country the apostille will travel to is part of the Hague Convention or is Non-Hague.
We understand the specific requirements of each country and ensure your documents comply accordingly.
Q: What is the turnaround time for obtaining an apostille through CL Brown Notary Service?
A: After research the client will be informed of the turnaround time for obtaining an apostille. The time frame will depend on factors such as the type of document and the destination country.
We will prioritize efficient service and work diligently to process documents as quickly as possible.
Q: Do I need to visit the CL Brown Notary Service office in person for apostille services?
A: Yes in-person visits are preferred for notarization.
Q: For Apostilles, can I submit copies?
A: Unfortunately no. Original documents are required.
Q: Are apostilles/certifications done on the spot?
A: No, we are unable to complete the request on the spot.
Q: Can CL Brown Notary Service assist with translations for documents in foreign languages? A: CL Brown Notary Service provides translation services directly, through translation services or one that the client would prefer to use.
Q: Do you ship internationally?
A: Yes, we will mail your documents internationally once the process is completed. We will
inform you of the process.
Q: How Long Does the Process Take?
A: Hague Apostille Service: 5 ~ 7 Business Day, excluding Mail Time
Federal Apostille Service: 21 Business Days, Excluding Mail Time
Non-Hague Apostille Service: 30 Business Days, Excluding Mail Time
Q: What are the CL Brown Notary & Apostille Service days & hours?
A: Monday - Saturday: 9:00 - 3:00
***For additional questions or concerns please send an email to
cherylbrown@clbrownnotaryservice.com ***
OR
Call: 443~762~6463
We Look Forward to Serving You!!