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Apostille Your Florida Documents
Being the 22nd largest state but the third largest in population, the state of Florida is a place where many apostilles and legalizations are needed every month. Florida’s thriving economy and diverse population contribute to the high demand for document authentication services, ensuring legal and international recognition of various records.
Every month an average of 1,900 people seek to apostille a document within the state of Florida. This high volume underscores the state’s pivotal role in international business and personal transactions, requiring efficient and reliable document processing services.
What Are the Most Requested Documents?
Birth certificates top the first place. About 320 Florida birth certificates are required to be apostilled each month.
Cover letters rank second among the most requested documents. As expected, most of these apostille applications come from its capital, Tallahassee.
Marriage certificates rank third among the most requested apostille documents in Florida.
Which Documents Are Eligible for Apostille in Florida?
A wide range of documents can obtain an apostille for international use in Florida, including:
- Legal Documents: Birth certificates, marriage certificates, divorce decrees, adoption documents, and court orders.
- Educational Documents: Academic certificates, diplomas, transcripts, and educational records.
- Commercial Documents: Business contracts, company registration documents, powers of attorney, and patents.
- Notarized Documents: Affidavits, acknowledgments, and sworn statements that have been notarized.
- Government-Issued Documents: Permits, licenses, and official approvals issued by Florida government agencies.
It’s important to understand that the requirements and processes for obtaining an apostille in Florida can vary. Anything from needing to apostille a birth certificate in Florida to apostilling a death certificate can be different, depending on the type of document and the specific jurisdiction. Consulting with relevant authorities or professional services is essential to ensure compliance with both Florida’s regulations and those of the destination country.
What Are the Requirements for Apostilling a Document in Florida?
Here are the criteria for apostilling or legalizing a document in Florida, along with the types of documents that qualify for an apostille.
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Original Document
- Original Documentation: Make sure you have either an original or a duplicate issued by the state of Florida.
- Valid Signature: The document must contain the proper signature.
- Current Issuance: The document should have been issued
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:
Since the notary and the apostille must be issued by the same state, your scanned photocopy will be processed and apostilled in New York.
What If I Don’t Have My Original Document?
If you need an original copy of your document in Florida, you can make an in-person appointment. You can also mail requests through the Florida Department of Health at:
Florida Department of Health
Bureau of Vital Statistics
1217 N Pearl St,
Jacksonville, FL 32202
For more information, visit their website at: https://www.floridahealth.gov/certificates/certificates/Apostille/index.html
If you prefer to order online, you can also visit: www.vitalchek.com
Which Apostille Service Should You Choose?
When you need to apostille or legalize documents in Florida, you will have a range of options. Here are some suggestions before choosing a service:
- Don’t be guided by the cheapest price. This is a very common mistake in Florida because the high demand creates very cheap offers. Remember, cheap can end up being expensive in the long run.
- Check the experience of the agency. This is very important so that the apostille process is error free and you don’t waste your time and money.
- Clarify delivery times. Sometimes a document is needed urgently but agencies are not able to do it in the required time.
Florida Document Authentication with Apostille International
Our prices are fair—neither too cheap to sacrifice quality for more customers, nor too expensive to go over your budget.
We are certified to get apostilles and embassy legalizations on your U.S. documents. In addition, we have been awarded numerous times for the quality of our service. This proves that we are qualified for this job.
Our delivery times are minimal. In the state of Florida, we deliver your documents apostilled and legalized in a minimum of 4 days and maximum 7 days.
If you have any doubt about our state of Florida apostille services, call us at (844) 606-8719 or use our contact form. We will answer you as soon as possible.