Kathryn's Mobile Notary & Apostille provides U.S. apostille and document legalization services for international use. We assist individuals, families, and businesses with documents issued in the United States for use in Hague and non-Hague countries, including Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. Services are provided by appointment only and include both in-person and mail-in options.

Some countries, such as Taiwan, require document authentication rather than a Hague Apostille.

Kathryn's Mobile Notary & Apostille provides international apostille and document legalization coordination for personal, academic, immigration, and business documents used abroad. We assist clients throughout Los Angeles County and nationwide via secure mail-in service.

The first and most important step is determining whether your destination country is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention.

Applying the wrong process can invalidate your documents. We verify the correct procedure before submission.

Each country has its own requirements regarding:

• •Accepted document types
• •Original vs. certified copy rules
• •Notarization requirements
• •Translation requirements
• •Validity periods
• •Mail-in eligibility

For this reason, we provide country-specific guidance for high-volume destinations to ensure accuracy and compliance.

The following countries represent the highest volume of apostille and legalization requests from U.S. clients, particularly in California. Each destination has its own dedicated page with detailed requirements. For other countries' specific requirements, please call or email us for questions and details.

👉Please select your destination country from the dropdown menu for detailed instructions.

We regularly assist with apostille or legalization for:

• •Birth certificates
• •Marriage certificates
• •Divorce decrees
• •FBI background checks
• •Power of Attorney
• •Academic diplomas and transcripts
• •Corporate and business documents
• •Immigration and residency paperwork

Many international documents can be processed through our Mail-In Apostille Service, depending on document type and issuing authority.

We confirm eligibility before you send documents to avoid delays or rejection.

• Certified Apostille Specialist (California)
• Experience with Hague and non-Hague countries
• High-volume handling of China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong documents
• Mobile and mail-in convenience
• Clear communication and error prevention

• Q: What is the difference between an apostille and document legalization?

  A: An apostille is a form of document authentication used for countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. Document legalization is required for countries that are not members of the Hague Convention and involves additional processing through the appropriate embassy or consulate after state or federal certification.

• Q: When do I need an apostille for my documents?

  A: You need an apostille when a document issued in the United States is intended for use in a foreign country that is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. Common examples include birth certificates, marriage certificates, diplomas, powers of attorney, and corporate documents.

• Q: Can U.S. documents be used internationally without an apostille or legalization?

  A: No. Most foreign governments require U.S. documents to be authenticated through an apostille or legalization process before they are accepted for legal, educational, immigration, or business purposes.

• Q: Do apostille requirements vary by country?

  A: Yes. Apostille and legalization requirements are country-specific. Each country has its own rules regarding document types, translations, notarization standards, and whether an apostille or full legalization is required. Using incorrect processing can result in document rejection.

• Q: Are apostille services the same as notary services?

  A: No. Notarization is often only one step in the apostille or legalization process. Apostille services involve document authentication by a state or federal authority and, in some cases, additional embassy or consulate processing.

• Q: Can I obtain an apostille by mail if I am not located in Los Angeles?

  A: Yes. Mail-in apostille services are available for clients throughout California and across the United States, depending on the issuing authority and document type.

• Q: Do you assist with both Hague and non-Hague countries?

  A: Yes. We assist with apostille services for Hague Convention countries and document legalization for non-Hague countries, including countries in Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and Latin America.