Many countries require Articles of Incorporation to be authenticated before they can be used internationally. An apostille verifies the authenticity of the document so it can be legally accepted in countries that participate in the Hague Apostille Convention.

Our apostille service helps coordinate the authentication of Articles of Incorporation issued or filed in California for businesses throughout Oakland, Berkeley, San Francisco, and the greater Bay Area.

When You Need an Apostille

Common situations include:

• Expanding a business into another country

• International business transactions

• Opening a foreign bank account or business account

• Establishing a company or branch abroad

• Corporate and legal matters in another country

• Business licensing or registration requirements abroad

Which Articles of Incorporation Qualify

To receive an apostille, the Articles of Incorporation must typically be:

• An official or certified copy issued by the appropriate state authority

• Signed or certified by the appropriate official

• Properly authenticated when required by the state

• Free from alterations or damage

Photocopies or unofficial copies usually cannot be apostilled.

How the Process Works

1. Submit your apostille request through our website.

2. Send your documents to our office or schedule a pickup.

3. We coordinate the apostille processing in person with the appropriate Secretary of State.

4. Your documents are securely returned once processing is complete.