Need a California Apostille? Let Rick Help.

Apostille Requirements Can Be Confusing

When a document will be used in another country, it may need an apostille before it will be accepted. Using the wrong process, submitting an ineligible document, or missing a required certification can cause delays.

Rick helps you understand the next step and coordinates the process based on your document, where it was issued, and where it will be used.

• California birth certificates
• California death certificates
• California marriage certificates
• Divorce judgments
• School records and diplomas
• Powers of attorney
• Corporate and business documents
• Adoption documents
• Background checks
• Notarized personal documents
• Federally issued documents

Requirements vary according to the document, issuing authority, destination country, and intended use. Some documents may require additional certification or a different apostille process.

1. 1

   Tell Rick About Your Document

   Provide the document type, where it was issued, and the country where it will be used.

2. 2

   Rick Reviews the Situation

   Rick helps identify the appropriate next step and explains any known document requirements.

3. 3

   Approve the Service

   You receive clear instructions, expected costs, and an estimated processing timeline before moving forward.

4. 4

   Receive Your Completed Documents

   Choose the available return option that works best for you, including pickup, delivery, or shipping when offered.

Government processing times and requirements can change. Rick does not guarantee approval or a guaranteed completion date.

• Marina del Rey
• Venice
• Santa Monica
• Culver City
• Playa del Rey
• Playa Vista
• Westchester
• West Los Angeles
• Nearby Los Angeles communities

Outside the immediate service area? Contact Rick to ask about available document-shipping options.

• What is an apostille?

  An apostille is a form of authentication that may be required when an eligible public document from one country will be used in another participating country.

• How do I know whether my document needs an apostille?

  The receiving party will tell you that you need to get the document apostilled.

• Can Rick apostille any document?

  Not every document follows the same process. Some documents must be certified, notarized, or authenticated by a particular government authority. Rick will review the basic details before recommending the next step.

• How long does the process take?

  Timing depends on the document, issuing authority, government processing times, destination country, and delivery method. Rick will provide the best available estimate after reviewing the request.

• Can Rick help with a federally issued document?

  Federally issued documents may follow a different authentication process than California-issued documents. Contact Rick with the name of the issuing agency so he can help determine the appropriate process.

• Do I need to bring the original document?

  It depends on the document. Some processes require an original or certified copy, while others have different requirements. Do not mail or deliver a document until Rick confirms the next step.

• Is Notarized by Rick a government agency?

  No. Notarized by Rick is an independent apostille assistance and notary service. Government agencies make the final determination regarding document acceptance and issuance.

• Does Rick provide legal advice?

  No. Notarized by Rick does not provide legal advice or determine whether a document will be accepted by a foreign government, court, school, business, or other receiving organization.

Let’s Find the Right Next Step for Your Document

Tell Rick what document you have, where it was issued, and the country where it will be used. He will help you understand the available next step.

Have your document information available when you call.