At E-Apostille, we provide a seamless process for obtaining apostilles and certifications for Massachusetts-issued documents. Whether you need to authenticate business records, personal documents, or educational credentials, our expert team is here to assist you with fast, secure, and reliable services.
For efficient Massachusetts apostille services, it's essential to ensure that your corporate document meets the required specifications. Corporate documents are categorized into three cases, each with specific submission guidelines:
Case A: No notarization required. Documents in this category can be submitted as digital files directly for apostille processing.
Articles of Incorporation
Business License
Certificate of Existence
Certificate of Incorporation
Certificate of Registration
Certificate of Status
Good Standing Certificate
Amendments Certificate (issued by corporation office)
Case B: Notarization required. Documents in this category must be notarized before being scanned and submitted digitally for apostille.
Agency Agreement
Business Letter
Certificate of Analysis
Declaration of Conformity
Distribution Agreement
Export Declaration
Manufacturing License
Operating Agreement
Statement of Dissolution
Case C: Requires physical submission. Documents in this category must be notarized and sent to the U.S. Legalization Office for apostille. For documents that require physical submission, we work closely with U.S. Legalization, our trusted partner, to ensure accurate and timely processing.
For a certified copy of a corporate document, our service leverages the efficiency of Maryland’s notary, court, and state fees. The total cost is $50, which includes a $15 fee for notarization and state processing and a $35 service fee. This service is completed within 1 business day. We recommend using Maryland court services due to their faster processing times and lower costs compared to Massachusetts .
Submit your documents today through our secure portal to benefit from our streamlined Massachusetts apostille services and our partnership with U.S. Legalization for original document handling.
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In Massachusetts, the Secretary of the Commonwealth is responsible for issuing apostilles and certifications for documents. Whether you’re handling personal, corporate, or educational documents, understanding the difference between an apostille and a certification is key:
Apostille: Used for documents being sent to countries that are signatories to the Hague Convention.
Certification: Required for documents intended for countries that are not part of the Hague Convention.
To obtain an apostille from the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth, you need to submit your request either by mail or in person. Here’s what you’ll need:
Original Document: Provide the original notarized or certified document.
Contact Information: Include your full contact details for correspondence.
Destination Country: Specify the country where the document will be used.
The state fee for each apostille or certification is $6 per document. Note that Massachusetts can only authenticate documents that were issued within the state. For documents issued in another state, you must contact the appropriate Secretary of State.
In Massachusetts, it’s mandatory to provide an original certified or notarized document to obtain an apostille. This ensures that the document is properly authenticated for use in a foreign country.
When engaging in international transactions or legal matters, various types of documents may require apostille or certification:
Corporate filings (e.g., Articles of Incorporation)
Educational documents (e.g., diplomas, transcripts)
Legal documents (e.g., marriage certificates, adoption papers)
Real estate documents (e.g., deeds, contracts)
If your document is intended for a country that doesn’t recognize apostilles, you’ll need to obtain a certification instead, which may involve additional steps, such as further authentication by the U.S. Department of State or the destination country’s embassy.
An apostille is a certification issued by the state for documents intended for use in countries that are part of the Hague Convention.
Countries that are members of the Hague Convention accept apostilles. A complete list of these countries can be found on the Hague Conference on Private International Law website.
If your document is destined for a country that does not participate in the Hague Convention, you will need a certification instead of an apostille. This process may require additional review by the U.S. Department of State or the embassy of the destination country.
Most documents must be notarized before submission for apostille. Make sure your documents are notarized by a Massachusetts-authorized notary public to meet the state’s requirements.
If you need a certified copy of a corporate or legal document for an apostille, you can obtain it through the same office where the original document was filed or issued, such as the Secretary of the Commonwealth or another relevant state agency.
For more information or to submit your apostille request, contact the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth:
Mailing Address: Secretary of the Commonwealth, Commissions Section, McCormack Building, Room 1719, One Ashburton Place, Boston, MA 02108
Phone: (617) 727-2836
Fax: (617) 742-4528
E-Apostille is your trusted partner for all your apostille and certification needs in Massachusetts. We ensure your documents are processed with precision and efficiency, allowing you to focus on your personal or business needs.
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