What is An Apostille?

An apostille is the official certification of authentication that allows your U.S. documents to be recognized in another country. It confirms that the signature, seal, or authority on the document is legitimate—so foreign governments, universities, and institutions know they can trust it.

It doesn’t change the document itself. It simply verifies the authority behind it, giving your paperwork the international credibility it needs.

An apostille is authenticates the origin of a public document (such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, visas (from visa to PR) or diplomas) for legal recognition in foreign countries, under the 1961 Hague Convention.

Required for documents going to countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention.

It ensures that public documents issued in one country are recognized as valid in another member country.

At Global Seal Group, we manage the entire process with precision—preparation, authentication, submission, and secure return—so your documents move across borders as seamlessly as your plans.

Official Maryland state document with the state seal at the top and a gold embossed seal at the bottom. Contains text about an apostille for a document signed by a state official.

You’ll Need an Apostille For:

Studying or Working Abroad

  • Diplomas, transcripts, degrees, professional licenses

International Marriage or Adoption

  • Birth certificates, marriage certificate death s, adoption records

University Admissions & Credential Evaluations

  • Academic records, degree verifications, enrollment letters

Residency, Visas & Global Mobility

  • FBI background checks, state background checks, vital records

Corporate Expansion or Cross‑Border Transactions

  • Corporate bylaws, powers of attorney, board resolutions

Employment Overseas

  • Background checks, employment letters, certifications

Family Relocation or School Enrollment Abroad

  • Birth certificates, immunization records, school records

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