How to Apostille in Massachusetts

Step-By-Step Guide for Fast Document Certification

If you need to use a Massachusetts document outside the United States, you must request an apostille authentication. An apostille verifies the authenticity of a public document so it is accepted internationally without requiring embassy legalization. Search demand shows that users most frequently look for apostilles in Massachusetts, how to get an apostille, how to apostille a document, and how to get an apostilled birth certificate in Massachusetts, meaning clarity and speed are what people want most.

Below is the most straightforward, most direct process.

Step 1 — Verify the Document Type

Documents eligible for apostille include:

• Birth, marriage & death certificates
• School transcripts & diplomas
• Power of Attorney & notarized letters
• FBI background check + MA CORI reports
• Business contracts & corporate records

Vital records must be long-form certified copies issued in Massachusetts.

Step 2 — Notarization (If Required)

Some documents are apostilled directly. Others must be notarized first. A Massachusetts notary public must complete the certificate accurately; otherwise, the Secretary of State will reject the apostille request. This is the most common reason delays occur.

Step 3 — Submit for Apostille in Boston

All Massachusetts apostilles are issued through the Secretary of the Commonwealth's Boston office. You may:

✔ File in-person
✔ Mail documents for processing
✔ Use a courier or apostille service to speed the process

Mail requests are slower. In-person is fastest. Courier assistance reduces repeat visits caused by errors and missing seals.

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