Everything You Need To Know About Apostille/Authencation
GIORGI SEBISKO
Apostille/Authentication agent (CA)
Hassle-Free Apostille & Document Authentication Services
Getting your documents apostilled shouldn’t be stressful. We handle the entire process from start to finish—so you don't have to worry about a thing.
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Zero Stress: Rest easy knowing your documents are in expert hands.
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Real-Time Updates: Stay fully informed with step-by-step updates on your document's status.
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Fast & Reliable: Seamless processing for foreign background checks, legal papers, and personal documents.
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Pick up/Drop off: Convenient Drop-Off & Pick-Up. Streamlined Service: If I am away when you arrive, you will be provided with a secure personal code for easy document retrieval.
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Out-of-State & International Shipping: You may mail your original documents from any state or international location. Completed documents will be shipped to your designated address anywhere in the 50 U.S. states or U.S. territories.
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Shipping Method: USPS Priority Express Mail (U.S. & U.S. territories only).
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Security: Signature required upon delivery.
An apostille is an official government-issued certificate that authenticates the signature, seal, and position of a public official on a document so it can be legally recognized in another country. It acts like an international passport for public records.
Important Legal Disclaimer:
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Non-Refundable Fees: Payments are non-refundable if the processing office refuses to apostille the document for any reason.
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Client Responsibility: You are solely responsible for the document's content and legal suitability for apostille processing.
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No Legal Advice: Under California law, a Notary Public is strictly prohibited from giving legal advice. If you need legal guidance, please consult with a qualified attorney prior to using my services.
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You must complete the provided agreement and send it back to me via email (G.SEBISKO@GMAIL.COM) along with the payment. Without payment confirmation and a signed agreement, I will be unable to process your service.
The agreement form is available for download via the button at the bottom of the page: 'DOWNLOAD APOSTILE/AUTHENTICATION AGREEMENT'.
How It Works
Common Documents
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Hague Convention: It is used only between countries that signed the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention.
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It verifies who signed the paper and their authority. It does not verify or approve the truth of the document's content.
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Issuing Authority: In the U.S., state documents are issued by the state's Secretary of State office, while federal documents are issued by the U.S. Department of State.
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Birth Certificate
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Marriage Certificate
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Death certificates
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Divorce decrees
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FBI Background Check
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University Diplomas
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School Transcripts
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Powers of attorney
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Court Documents
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Name Change Order
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Adaption
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Custody Orders
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U.S. Passport
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ID (Any State)
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Driver's License (Any State)
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SSN Card
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Bank Statement
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And more...
Fees and Timeline
Fees and processing times depend on the document type and which office it is sent to. Please note that the information in this section applies only to documents issued in California or federal documents processed in Washington, D.C.
Fees and timeline specifically for documents requiring an apostille from the California Secretary of State's Los Angeles office
Option 1: Apostille Processing via Courier
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Price: $320 Flat fee (No Hidden Fee)
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Processing Time: Up to 7 business days (weekends and holidays are excluded; processing time begins on the next business day after documents are received).
This all-inclusive fee covers everything, including
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Service Fee;
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Secretary of State Office Parking Fee;
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State Apostille Fee;
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State Special Handling Fee;
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Courier Fee, Including Waiting Time;
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Postage, and Round-trip Shipping Service (San Diego to Los Angeles and back).
For each additional document apostilled in the same batch/shipment, the fee is an extra $100 per document.
Any document requiring notarization will be notarized FREE of charge when processed using my apostille services
Important Legal Disclaimer:
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Non-Refundable Fees: Payments are non-refundable if the processing office refuses to apostille the document for any reason.
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Client Responsibility: You are solely responsible for the document's content and legal suitability for apostille processing.
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No Legal Advice: Under California law, a Notary Public is strictly prohibited from giving legal advice. If you need legal guidance, please consult with a qualified attorney prior to using my services.
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You must complete the provided agreement and send it back to me via email (G.SEBISKO@GMAIL.COM) along with the payment. Without payment confirmation and a signed agreement, I will be unable to process your service.
The agreement form is available for download via the button at the bottom of the page: 'DOWNLOAD APOSTILE/AUTHENTICATION AGREEMENT'.
Option 2: Super RUSH Apostille Processing Service
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Price: $430 Flat fee (No Hidden Fee)
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Processing Time: Up to 72 hours (weekends and holidays are excluded; processing time begins on the next business day after documents are received).
This all-inclusive fee covers everything, including
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Service Fee;
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Secretary of State Office Parking Fee;
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State Apostille Fee;
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State Special Handling Fee;
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Super RUSH Apostille Processing Service Including Waiting Time;
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Postage and Shipping Service
For each additional document apostilled in the same batch/shipment, the fee is an extra $100 per document.
Any document requiring notarization will be notarized FREE of charge when processed using my apostille services
Important Legal Disclaimer:
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Non-Refundable Fees: Payments are non-refundable if the processing office refuses to apostille the document for any reason.
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Client Responsibility: You are solely responsible for the document's content and legal suitability for apostille processing.
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No Legal Advice: Under California law, a Notary Public is strictly prohibited from giving legal advice. If you need legal guidance, please consult with a qualified attorney prior to using my services.
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You must complete the provided agreement and send it back to me via email (G.SEBISKO@GMAIL.COM) along with the payment. Without payment confirmation and a signed agreement, I will be unable to process your service.
The agreement form is available for download via the button at the bottom of the page: 'DOWNLOAD APOSTILE/AUTHENTICATION AGREEMENT'.
Fee and timeline specifically for documents requiring an Apostille/Authentication from the Department of State of Authentication Office
Authentication Processing via Courier
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Price: $320 Flat fee (No Hidden Fee)
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Processing Time: Up to 12 business days (weekends and holidays are excluded; processing time begins on the next business day after documents are received).
This all-inclusive fee covers everything, including
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Service Fee;
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Department of State of Authentication Office Parking Fee;
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Federal Apostille/Authentication Fee;
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Courier Fee, Including Waiting Time (7 business days);
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Postage, and Round-trip Shipping Service (San Diego to Washington D.C. and back).
For each additional document apostilled in the same batch/shipment, the fee is an extra $100 per document.
Any document requiring notarization will be notarized FREE of charge when processed using my apostille services
Important Legal Disclaimer:
-
Non-Refundable Fees: Payments are non-refundable if the processing office refuses to apostille the document for any reason.
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Client Responsibility: You are solely responsible for the document's content and legal suitability for apostille processing.
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No Legal Advice: Under California law, a Notary Public is strictly prohibited from giving legal advice. If you need legal guidance, please consult with a qualified attorney prior to using my services.
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You must complete the provided agreement and send it back to me via email (G.SEBISKO@GMAIL.COM) along with the payment. Without payment confirmation and a signed agreement, I will be unable to process your service.
The agreement form is available for download via the button at the bottom of the page: 'DOWNLOAD APOSTILE/AUTHENTICATION AGREEMENT'.
Need an Apostille for an Out-of-State Document?
If your document was issued outside of California, please contact me directly at 347-445-2521 or via email with the following information:
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Document type
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State of issuance
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Destination country
Please note that state requirements, processing times, and fees vary by jurisdiction.
Have any questions or concerns? Please call me at 347-445-2521
Giorgi Sebisko
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