Before consulting us for document authentication and legalization, you must determine the type of certification you need. If your destination country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, it is crucial to apostille your USA documents. Countries that aren’t a part of the Hague Convention require your documents to be authenticated and legalized. Irrespective of the type, the requirements of certification are dictated by the destination country.

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With our team located worldwide, we provide the best apostille authentication and legalization services across jurisdictions. The services offered by Globeia are fast, cost-effective, and secure.

Turnaround Time

4 to 8 weeks*

Cost

Starting at USD 250

What Is Required

Original or Scanned Copy of Your Documents based on the document type

*Processing time varies depending on the document type as well as the embassy backlog

Simple Steps To Avail Globeia’s U.S. Authentication & Legalization Services

1. Contact Us: Get in touch with us and share a scanned version of your documents that require the attestation service. We will understand your requirements and revert with an estimate of the timeline and cost immediately. We carefully check your documents for mistakes and help you avoid any delays in the entire process. We will keep you informed if your documents require additional steps like notarization, translation etc prior to submission for the authentication and legalization process for UAE, Qatar, etc.

2. Submit Your Documents: In some cases, the process can be initiated by submitting the documents in the PDF format. But sometimes we might require the originals (hard copies). We will confirm the exact requirement after having reviewed your documents. If the originals are mandatory, you must send your documents to us through a secured tracked shipping service like FedEx, DHL, etc.

3. Processing: As soon as we receive the documents, we will submit them to the relevant Secretary of State or the US department of State for authentication depending on the type of document. When we receive the authenticated document, we will submit them for legalization to the embassy or consulate along with any additional documents that may be required based on the country’s rules. We will keep you posted at every stage of the process.

4. Get your Documents Delivered: Once the process is completed, we will dispatch your legalized documents through UPS, FedEx,DHL or share the scanned version with you over email if you only require the PDF version. Irrespective of your location, you can rely on our timely and reliable apostille authentication services. Our main objective is to make sure that your vital documents reach you securely.

In countries where English is not the official language, you may require translation for your legalized documents. Contact Globeia to obtain ATA certified translations into various languages which ensures that your documents do not face language barriers.

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Simple Steps To Avail Globeia’s U.S. Authentication & Legalization Services

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Understanding the Authentication or Attestation Process

Authentication is a mandatory process required for documents destined for use in countries like UAE, Qatar, etc that are not a part of the Hague Apostille Convention. It involves verifying the genuineness of the document through a series of steps, typically including attestation by the relevant Secretary of State and/or national authority. The authenticated documents require additional legalization before they can be valid for use in such countries.

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Understanding the Legalization Process

Legalization of documents from the United States of America completes the process and ensures that the document is authentic and valid for use in non-Hague apostille countries. This involves obtaining a legalization stamp from the destination country's embassy or consulate in the USA after the document has been authenticated by the US Department of State. Trust our experienced team to help you navigate the complexities of the US legalization and apostille service.

Types Of Documents We Can Help with Authentication and Legalization

Here's a comprehensive list of documents that commonly require authentication and legalization:

Birth certificates
Marriage certificates
Divorce decrees
Adoption papers
Death certificates
Diplomas and degrees
Transcripts
Professional licenses and certifications
Business documents (e.g., articles of incorporation, contracts)
Financial documents (e.g., bank statements, letters of credit)
Powers of attorney
Passports and identification documents
Medical records and vaccination records
FBI Identity History Check, Criminal records checks
Certificates of good standing
Notarized documents

How To Obtain the Apostille or Certificate of Authentication with Legalization

Procedure for State Documents (Eg. state-issued birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce certificates or any other documents that are notarized in a particular state of the USA).

When your document is originating from a state in the USA, the authentication and legalization process is as follows:

Apostille from the relevant Secretary of State
Authentication from the US Department of State.
Legalization of the authenticated document by the embassy of the destination country in the USA.

Procedure for Federal Documents (Eg. FBI results, Certificate of Licensing, etc which are not issued by a particular state in the USA).

For federal documents, it is a two step process:

Authentication of the document from the US Department of State.
Complete the legalization with the destination country's embassy/consulate in the United States.

Important: It is important to note that there may be some additional requirements from the respective embassy depending upon the document type. The team at Globeia is adept and has vast experience of handling different document types. We will proactively inform you of any mandatory requirements to complete the entire process seamlessly.

At Globeia, we are always committed to offering reliable document apostille, authentication, notarization and translation services. Get in touch with us to discuss your requirements.

Trust Globeia to handle your U.S. Authentication & Legalization Process

Going through these processes takes time and energy and small mistakes can cost you money and further delays. If doing the process on your own, you would need to remain updated with the authority’s rules, costs, and procedures and also be prepared for any additional requirements that may arise. Moreover, the situation can become complicated due to political factors. It is wise to depend on skilled experts at Globeia who provide U.S. Authentication & Legalization services for Qatar, Kuwait, Libya etc. as we are familiar with all the requirements to complete the process. Do not let the complexities take a toll on you, contact us now for US authentication services.

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What our clients say about us

We are honored to have served thousands of customers just like you who place their trust in our services.

"Highly recommend the services of Globeia I had contacted many professional firms to have my documents legalized and decided to trust Globeia for the legalization of my documents. Their processing system was very customer focused. They provide a five star service in today's virtual world."

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Frequently
Asked Questions

What is an Apostille, and How Does it Differ from Authentication & Legalization?

The Apostille is a simplified form of Authentication & Legalization recognized by countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention. It is commonly used for documents exchanged between member countries. It simplifies the process by skipping the need for legalization stamps from the destination country’s embassy in the USA.

Can I Get My Documents Authenticated and Legalized Remotely?

You can use Globeia’s document authentication services USA for Authentication & Legalization for Kuwait, Libya, etc. even if you are far away or cannot visit the government offices or embassies yourself. You may be required to send the physical document to our office depending on the type of document.

Do All Countries Require Authentication & Legalization for Foreign Documents?

No, different countries have varying requirements. Countries who have signed the Hague Apostille convention can accept documents without needing Legalization. In these cases, only the apostille would suffice.

Can I Expedite the Authentication & Legalization Process?

Globeia offers expedited U.S. Authentication & Legalization service for an additional fee, which can reduce processing times significantly. Contact us to learn more about our expedited services.

How long is Authentication & Legalization valid for?

After a document gets authenticated and legalized, it usually stays valid forever. But there are times when certain documents might need to be updated after a while. It is best to reconfirm with the authorities who have requested these documents.

Which countries require authentication and legalization for US documents?

Countries like UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, etc which are not party to the Hague Apostille Convention will require authentication and legalization for US documents.

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