Apostille & Authentication Services
At New Day Notary, we specialize in making international document preparation simple, secure, and fully compliant. Whether your paperwork is destined for a Hague or a non-Hague Convention country, we ensure your documents are properly certified, authenticated, and ready for global recognition.
From birth certificates and powers of attorney to academic records and business filings, we help individuals, families, and professionals navigate the often complex requirements of international document legalization.
Step 1: You send us your original certified documents
Step 2: We review, prepare, and notarize (if needed)
Step 3: We coordinate apostille or authentication through the appropriate state, federal, and consular channels
Step 4: We return your completed documents, ready for international use
We Serve Nationwide
Whether you're in New York, Texas, Florida, or Alaska, we offer:
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Mail-in and courier-based document handling
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Expedited processing options
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Transparent communication and tracking
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Support for individuals, families, businesses, and law firm
Who We Serve
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U.S. citizens living abroad
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Students applying to international universities
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Overseas destination weddings
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Families navigating international adoptions
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Businesses expanding globally
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Attorneys and estate planners supporting cross-border clients
Apostille or Authentication Guide
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General Understanding
An apostille is a certificate thatauthenticates thesignature of a notary or a public official for use in countries that are part of the Hague Convention. It's typically required for documents like birth certificates, powers of attorney, or notarized statements being sent abroad.
Authentication is used for countries that are not part of the Hague Convention. It involves multiple steps, including certification by the Secretary of State and legalization by the destination country's consulate. Apostille is a single-step preocess for Hague Convention countries; authentication is a multi-step for non-Hague countries.
We'll help you determine the correct process based on your destination country. Hague Convention countries require apostille, non-Hague countries require authentication and consular legalization.
Hague countries accept apostilles as final certification. Non-Hague countries require additional steps, including consulate legalization. We'll guide you through either process.
Common documents include birth and marriage certificates, powers of attorney, school transcripts, notarized affidavits, corporate documents, and estate planning forms.
Processing & Delivery
Standary processing takes 1-2 weeks, depending on the document and destination. Expedited options may be available for an additional fee.
Yes. We offer rush services when available, including same-day submission to the Secretary of State or consulates.
Yes. We handle courier drop-off, tracking, and submission to state and federal agencies as part of our service.
Yes. We coordinate delivery to consulates and government offices, or scheduled drop-offs.
Yes. We offer secure domestic and international delivery options, including tracking and confirmation of receipt.
Document Eligibility & Preparation
Yes. We review your document type, origin, and destination country to confirm eligibility and guide you through next steps.
Yes, if the document is not issued by a government agency. We provide notarization services to ensure your document meets apostille or authentication requirements.
Absolutely. We offer mobile notarization, in-person electronic notarization (iPEN), and document preparation tailored for international submission.
Yes. Original certified copies from agencies or schools can be apostilled. We'll confirm if your document meets the criteria or needs additional steps.
We can refer you to trusted translation partners and guide you on when certified translations are required for apostille or consular review.
Compliance, Security & Support
We follow strict confidentiality protocols, use encrypted digital tools, and never retain your documents without consent.
Yes. We are commissioned by the State of California, bonded, insured, and fully compliant with all notary and document handling regulations.
Yes. We provide tracking numbers, submission receipts, and delivery confirmations for document handoffs.
Absolutely. We work directly with institutions to ensure your documents meet international formatting and certification standards.
Yes. We provide client-friendly checklists, intake forms, and personalized guidance to simplify the process and avoid delays.