Apostille Services Lake Stevens WA

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Apostille & Legalization Services

Providing local 'Door - to - Door' courier service within Lake Stevens and serves the surrounding areas throughout Snohomish County and beyond!

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Expedited WA Apostille Services

Providing Document Authentication for State Side Apostille Facilitation.

We take the complicated authentication workflow and make it easy for you. We offer the "Rush Service" to safeguard your critical records and important documents.

Offering local pickup and delivery.
Experienced at the entire Apostille process.
Expedited and RUSH services available
Mobile Notary & Copy Certification services available.
Domestic and International Shipping available.

Your Complete Solution for WA Apostilles, U.S. Department of State Authentications, or Foreign Embassy Legalization requests

Why is Julie -Notary Public's Apostille Facilitation Service your best choice?

Julie -Notary Public is in good standing and knows the WA Secretary of State's procedures for processing apostilles, which allows us to provide quality one-on-one customer service.
We specialize in WA apostilles and documents requiring the great seal of the Washington Secretary of State.
Our fee structure is fair and affordable.
We offer a pre-screening review of your documents for common mistakes before you pay, which saves you time and money and virtually eliminates the possibility of document rejection.
Commissioned Notary Public and have operated our business since 2021
Google 5-star Excellence rating; we do fantastic work.
We follow the WA Secretary of State's code of ethics and conduct business ethically, honestly & in full compliance with the law.
We are accessible directly by telephone and email.

Estimated Turnaround Times

The apostille workload at the Secretary of State has increased significantly. Unfortunately, this is causing longer-than-usual turnaround times. We strictly only offer expedited service at this time and customized appointments to get your documents notarized and picked up to fit your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

WA Apostilles and U.S. Department of State Authentications

How do I pay for your services?

We will email or hand deliver you an invoice that can be paid by cash, check, or Zelle, and coming soon all major credit/debit card.

What is a WA Apostille?

An apostille, simply put, is a cover page. This cover page serves as the authentication by the WA Secretary of State of the seals and signatures on a document intended for use in a foreign country. The WA Secretary of State will only apostille the following types of documents:

Original paper documents notarized by a WA notary public. The document must have an original wet signature and notarial stamp
Certified and/or recordable documents issued by the State of WA or WA county governments. Examples: WA birth and death certificates, articles of incorporation, certificates of status, corporate and LLC articles or annual reports, divorce decrees, single status affidavits, etc.

How do you pronounce "apostille," and what does it mean?

It is pronounced, "Ahh Poh Steel. "It is a French word that translates to "Certification."

What is the difference between "Hague" and "Non-Hague" countries?

Countries participating in the 1961 Hague Convention have agreed to accept an apostille cover sheet as the only authentication required for a document to be used in their country. The Secretary of State issues the apostille in the State of the document's origination.

Can you help with authentications for "Non-Hague" countries?

Yes. Instead of the simplified "one-step" apostille process for Hague countries, you will typically require a 4-step process to authenticate your documents:

The document must be properly notarized;
Authentication by the Secretary of State;
Authentication by the U.S. Department of State in WA , DC and
Legalized at the embassy/consulate of the destination country.

Unfortunately, there is no way to expedite or rush a U.S. Department of State authentication. As of October 2022, the average turnaround time is 6-8 weeks.

Can I apostille a document for use in the United States?

No, an apostille is only for a document intended for use in a foreign country.

What if I have a federal document, like an FBI Background Check?

Federal documents such as FBI background checks cannot be apostilled by the WA Secretary of State office. Instead, we process them with the United States Department of State in WA, DC.

My document is in a foreign language. Does it need to be translated before being sent for an apostille?

No – The WA Secretary of State will issue an apostille for documents in a language other than English, but the notarization language must be in English. However, your intended recipient in a foreign country may require that a certified translation of the document be attached. In some cases, they want the notarized affidavit of translation also to have an apostille. Please check with requesting authority to be sure your documents will be accepted.

My documents are not notarized. Can you help?

Yes. We are a mobile notary service and can notarize your documents for you. If you are located outside of WA, we have a network of notary publics we can refer you to, and in some states, remote online notary services are available.

How do you get the Washington Apostille certifications so fast?

We physically deliver your documents to the Washington State Secretary of State's office in Olympia, WA, and present them to the Secretary of State. After the apostille is issued, we deliver the authenticated documents to you or your chosen destination. We can send your apostilles to you in the U.S. or anywhere else. If your documents require further authentication with the U.S. Department of State in Washington, DC, we can assist with that too. We can also process the legalization of your documents with foreign consulates and embassies, i.e., China, Hong Kong, UAE, etc.

Do you offer RUSH/Same-day service?

Great news! The Washington State Secretary of State office has same-day processing service. This means faster and more convenient processing of your essential paperwork. Take advantage of this opportunity to get your documents processed quickly and efficiently.

How will I receive my documents once the apostille is completed? Can you ship internationally to save me some time?

Yes, we will ship your WA apostille documents back to you in the United States or almost anywhere. We use FedEx, DHL and USPS.

Which courier service should I use for return shipping?

You are welcome to use your prepaid shipping label. If you would like us to handle your shipping, we will include the cost of FedEx, UPS, or DHL on your invoice and provide you with a tracking number.

What if my documents are not notarized in WA, can I still get a WA apostille?

Unfortunately, no. Each Apostille document must be processed in the State it originated from. If you need a WA Apostille for notarized documents, the notarization must be from a WA Notary Public. Apostille services are available in all 50 states. Each Apostille document must be processed in the State it originated from.

If I have certified copies of birth certificates (or death certificates), they should be good to go for apostille, right?

Maybe. For birth and death certificates, the Washington Secretary of State can issue an Apostille for the signatures of:

county clerks and their deputies,
county recorders and their deputies, and
the State Registrar (WA Department of Public Health).

If your birth or death certificate was issued by a city- or county-level agency and, has the signature of a Health Officer or County Registrar (e.g. Local Registrar, Registrar of Vital Records), prior to presenting it to our office for authentication, one of the following will be required:

have that birth or death certificate certified by the county clerk's office in the county in which it was issued,
or obtain a certified copy of that birth or death certificate from the county recorder or the State of WA Department of Public Health.

The signature, name, and title of the public official can be found at the bottom of a birth or death certificate. If you need to order updated vital records, you can visit your local health department or order online at

VitalCheck.

Destination Weddings: I have been told that I need my birth certificate, passport, and something called a "Single Status Certificate" apostille for my destination wedding. Can you help with this?

Yes! It's our most popular request, and we're happy to help. You don't need that kind of stress while you're planning your destination wedding! Please call us to discuss your destination wedding date to ensure we can meet the deadline for your special day.

I am planning to teach abroad, and I need an apostille for my teaching certificate, college diplomas, and school transcripts. Can you help?

Yes, please contact us to review your documents. The Washington Secretary of State has some extremely strict policies regarding these documents. Procedures vary between public and private schools. Fortunately for you, we are experts at this, and we will be happy to guide you.

Can I un-staple the apostille cover sheet from the original document and attach it to a copy?

No. Actually, you must never ever remove the staple. Once an apostille cover sheet is stapled to a document, it is intended to stay there forever. Some foreign authorities carefully inspect the documents for double staple holes. If they are found, your document may be rejected.

Does an apostille cover sheet expire?

No. However, foreign countries have rejected a document because they deem the apostille too old. It is always best to use your apostille or check with your foreign authorities as soon as possible.