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Florida Apostille Services — Fast & Simple Mail-In Processing

Apostille Global Services provides fast, secure Florida apostille services by mail for individuals, families, students, professionals, and businesses. We handle Florida-issued documents, prepare them for submission to the Florida Secretary of State, and return them with full tracking via USPS, FedEx, or DHL.

Not sure whether your Florida document must be an original or a notarized copy? We review your documents and guide you before submission so you know exactly what to send.

Contact us to speak with an Apostille agent today 

Amelia

Start your apostille with a free document review
Call or Text: 503-519-1091
Email: apostilleglobalservices@gmail.com

Before you mail any originals, text or email a clear photo or scan of your document.

 

Please include:

The state where the document was issued

The document type

The destination country

We will review your document and confirm the correct next step, including whether you need an original, a certified copy, or a properly notarized copy.

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 3-Step Process, Fast & Easy

Step 1 — Send a Photo or Scan
We review your document first so you know what is required before mailing anything.

Step 2 — Mail Your Documents
Once your documents are confirmed, mail them to us from anywhere in the United States or abroad.

Step 3 — We Prepare, Submit, and Return Them With Tracking
We prepare the request, submit it to the appropriate authority, and return your completed documents with tracking through USPS, FedEx, or DHL.

Processing times vary by document type, state processing volume, and shipping method. Expedited services are available.

Why You May Need an Apostille for Florida Documents

An apostille is required when a Florida-issued document will be used in a country that is part of the Hague Apostille Convention. It confirms the document’s authenticity so it can be legally recognized abroad. If the destination country is not part of the Hague Convention, Florida issues a notarial certification instead.

Common reasons Florida documents may need an apostille include dual citizenship, visa applications, studying abroad, marriage abroad, international business, adoption, and foreign legal requirements.

Apostille Pricing Florida 

Our total cost includes our service fee plus the required state fee. Shipping, expedited service, document retrieval, or translation may be added when needed. We confirm total pricing before submission.

Core Apostille Service

Service fee — first document: $125
Service fee — each additional document: $95
State fee: $10 per document
Submission and state handling: $25

Optional Expedited Service

Same-day office processing and Florida walk-in submission: $125 for one document

State processing is typically completed the same day to 1–3 business days, depending on Florida’s workload.

Additional documents: $35 each.

 

Document Retrieval Assistance

Our fee starts at $25 per document.
Government or issuing authority fees, if required, are separate.

 

Certified Translations

Starting at $65 per page

 

Return Shipping — U.S.

USPS Priority Mail — $18
USPS Priority Express — $38
FedEx Domestic — $45

 

Return Shipping — International

USPS Priority Mail International — $85
USPS Priority Express International — $110
DHL or FedEx Express International — $150

Apostille in Florida​

Florida Documents & Requirements (Handled for You)

We assist with apostille requests for a wide range of Florida-issued documents, including birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, diplomas, academic transcripts, powers of attorney, affidavits, background checks, notarized documents, and business or corporate records. We serve customers throughout Florida, including Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, Tallahassee, St. Petersburg, Fort Lauderdale, and other cities statewide.

Apostilles for Florida-issued documents are issued by the Florida Secretary of State. Certain documents, such as Florida birth and death certificates, must be official certified copies before an apostille can be applied. Florida requires an original certified copy or an original notarized document. A photocopy is not acceptable.

For documents that require notarization, Florida requires the document to be properly notarized by a Florida notary public for apostille purposes. Florida also requires the notarial statement to be in English. We review notarizations carefully to confirm they meet state requirements.

If you are unsure whether your document qualifies or how it needs to be prepared, we review your documents in advance and guide you before submission to help prevent delays or rejections.

Quick Facts: Florida Apostille
Who issues them? Florida Secretary of State
State fee: $10 per document

Turnaround Time:
Typically 3–6 weeks after we receive your documents, depending on document type, state workload, and shipping method.

 

How long does it take to get an apostille in Florida
Florida apostilles are issued by the Florida Secretary of State. Total turnaround time is typically 3–6 weeks after we receive your documents, depending on document type, state workload, and shipping method.

 

How much does a Florida apostille cost
The Florida Secretary of State charges a $10 state fee per document. Our service fee includes document review, preparation, submission, tracking, and return shipping. We confirm the total cost upfront before anything is mailed.

 

What documents can be apostilled in Florida
Common Florida documents that can be apostilled include birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, diplomas, school transcripts, powers of attorney, affidavits, background checks, notarized documents, and business or corporate records.

 

Do I need an original or a certified copy for a Florida apostille
It depends on the document type. Florida requires an original certified copy or an original notarized document. A photocopy is not acceptable. We confirm exactly what you need during document review.

 

Can a Florida birth certificate be apostilled
Yes. Florida birth certificates can be apostilled if they are official certified copies issued by the proper authority. We verify your copy before you mail it to avoid delays.

 

Can notarized documents be apostilled in Florida
Yes. Notarized documents such as affidavits, powers of attorney, and business documents can be apostilled if they are properly notarized by a Florida notary public and meet the Secretary of State’s requirements. We review notarizations to ensure they meet state requirements.

 

Can Florida school documents be apostilled
Yes, but Florida school documents must be properly prepared for apostille before submission. We review school documents before submission to confirm the correct format.

 

Where are apostilles issued in Florida
Apostilles for Florida-issued documents are issued by the Florida Secretary of State in Tallahassee.

 

Can Florida documents be apostilled for use in another country
Apostilles are used for documents going to countries that are parties to the Hague Apostille Convention. If the destination country is not part of the Hague Convention, Florida issues a notarial certification instead.

 

Do I need to be in Florida to get a Florida apostille
No. You can mail your documents from anywhere in the United States. We handle submission to the Florida Secretary of State and return your documents with tracking.

 

Do you review my Florida documents before I mail them
Yes. We strongly recommend a document review first. You can send a photo or scan, and we will confirm requirements so you know exactly what to send and can avoid delays or rejections.

 

How do I get started with a Florida apostille
Call or text 503-519-1091 to start with a document review, or email apostilleglobalservices@gmail.com. We guide you step by step before submission.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an apostille?
An apostille is a certificate that verifies a U.S.-issued document for use in a country that is part of the Hague Apostille Convention.

 

Do you handle documents from all 50 states?
Yes. We provide nationwide mail-in apostille service for documents issued in all 50 U.S. states and Washington, D.C.

 

Do I need an original, a certified copy, or a notarized copy?
That depends on the document type, the issuing state, and the destination country. We review your document first and confirm exactly what is needed before you mail anything.

 

How long does it take?
Processing time varies by state, document type, current government workload, and shipping method. After reviewing your document, we can give you a more accurate estimate before submission.

 

How much does it cost?
The total cost depends on the number of documents, the applicable state fee, your shipping choice, and any optional services such as expedited service, document retrieval, or translation. We confirm total pricing before submission.

 

What if my destination country does not use an apostille?
If the destination country is not part of the Hague Apostille Convention, authentication or legalization may be required instead. We confirm the correct route before submission.

 

Are my original documents handled securely?
Yes. Documents are handled carefully throughout the process, and return shipping includes tracking.

 

How do I get started?
Text or email a clear photo or scan of your document, along with the issuing state, document type, and destination country. We will confirm the correct next step before you mail anything.

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