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Alabama, home to its capital city Montgomery and major urban centers like Birmingham, is characterized by its rich history and diverse communities. Situated in the southeastern United States, Alabama’s economy spans industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, and aerospace. As a result, the state requests more than 200 apostilles of documents every month.
Apostille International understands the unique needs of individuals and businesses in Alabama, providing efficient and reliable apostille services. Whether it’s verifying original documents or scanned copies, we simplify the process so that Alabama businesses and residents can easily navigate the complexities of international documentation.
What Is an Apostille?
An apostille is a certificate issued by a country that’s part of the Hague Apostille Convention. It verifies the origin of a public document, making it valid in another member country without additional legalization. Essentially, an apostille ensures a document is genuine for international use, making the process of authentication simpler across borders.
What Types of Documents Can Be Apostilled?
Various documents can be apostilled, such as:
- Legal Documents: These include birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce decrees, adoption papers, and court orders.
- Educational Documents: Diplomas, transcripts, academic certificates, and educational records can be apostilled for use abroad.
- Commercial Documents: Business contracts, company registrations, powers of attorney, and patents are examples of commercial documents eligible for apostille.
- Notarized Documents: Affidavits, acknowledgments, and sworn statements that have been notarized can also be apostilled for international validity.
- Government-Issued Documents: Permits, licenses, and regulatory approvals issued by government agencies can be apostilled for recognition in foreign countries.
Specific requirements and procedures may vary by jurisdiction and document type. Consulting with the appropriate authorities or professional service providers is crucial to ensure compliance with the regulations of both the issuing and receiving countries.
What Are the Requirements for Apostilling a Document in Alabama?
The following are the requirements necessary to get an apostille in Alabama or legalize a document in the state of Alabama, depending on whether it’s an original or a photocopy.
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Original Document
To have an original document apostilled, make sure:
- You have an original document or duplicate issued by the State
- Appropriate signature is provided
- Original document was recently issued
Any public or private document can be apostilled if they have the following:
- Signature and embossed raised seal of Catherine Molchan Donald or the current Alabama State Registrar and director of Center for Health Statistics
- Signature of the Probate Judge
- Signature of the Circuit Clerk
Apostilling an original document takes anywhere from 4-10 business days.
Please note:
Documents with the signature of Dorothy S. Harshbarger are NOT acceptable for apostille.
Scanned Photocopy of Original Document
Original documents are often required and always preferred, but scanned copies can be accepted in certain circumstances.
You can only have a copy of a document apostilled if:
- Appropriate signature is NOT provided
- Original document is damaged
- Original document was issued over 10 years ago
- Destination country ACCEPTS apostilles of the scanned photocopy of the original document; most countries do accept an apostille of the scanned photocopy
- You need the apostille within 24 hours
Please note:
Because the notary and the apostille are required to be issued from the same state, the scanned photocopy of the original document that you provide will be notarized and apostilled in New York City.
What If I Don’t Have the Original Document?
If you need to order a new original copy of your Alabama document, you can contact the Alabama Department of Public Health’s Vital Records office at:
Alabama Vital Records
PO Box 5625
Montgomery, Alabama 36103
Office phone: (334) 206-5418
Website: www.adph.org/vitalrecords/
You can also order these documents online at www.vitalchek.com.
Note that an apostille and/or exemplified duplicate of your original document of vital records issued by the Alabama Secretary of State can only be requested by:
- Person named on the document
- Parent of person named on the document
- Spouse of person named on the document
- Child or sibling of person named on the document
How to Apostille Your Alabama Documents
As long as you meet the above requirements, our process is simple:
- Start by requesting an apostille quote and providing some information via our form.
- If you’re satisfied with the quote, we’ll go ahead and process your document.
- You’ll receive your apostilled document as soon as possible. Most original documents can be apostilled within 4-10 business days.
Simplify Your Document Authentication with Apostille International
Ready to streamline your document authentication process? With our expertise and efficient services, getting your documents apostilled in Alabama has never been easier. Whether it’s legal, educational, commercial, or government documents, we at Apostille International will handle it with care and professionalism.
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