CT Notary Near Me
Mobile Notary Public and Apostille Services
Connecticut and Beyond
Apostille & Authentications in Connecticut
Connecticut’s Trusted Apostille Processing Experts
CT Notary Near Me offers nationwide Apostille and document legalization services, ensuring your paperwork meets Hague Convention requirements for international use. We handle the entire process for documents like birth certificates, diplomas, marriage licenses, corporate records, and powers of attorney.
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Our team ensures documents are properly notarized, authenticated by the clerk of court, and certified by the secretary of state for final Apostille or authentication. Whether you're in Connecticut, Fairfield County, New Haven County, or any of the other 49 states, we guarantee fast and accurate processing.
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Trust CT Notary Near Me for reliable, efficient Apostille services that ensure global compliance. Contact us today to simplify your international document needs.
Our Apostille Services in Connecticut
Step One: Verification Services of Documents for Apostille
At CT Notary Near Me, our verification service is a crucial first step in the Apostille process. Our experienced team meticulously inspects each document to confirm its authenticity, validate signatures, and ensure all required seals and stamps meet both state and international guidelines. By establishing a solid foundation at this early stage, we pave the way for a smooth and successful certification process—giving you the confidence that your paperwork is accurately prepared for global recognition.
Step Two: Certification Services of Documents for Apostille
At CT Notary Near Me, our Certification Service is the core of your Apostille process. Once your documents have passed our Verification Services, we coordinate your documents to receive the official Apostille seal. Our dedicated team ensures your paperwork aligns with Hague Convention standards for international recognition. From birth certificates, diplomas, and marriage licenses to corporate documents and more. We handle every detail with precision, giving you peace of mind that your documents will be accepted wherever you need them globally.
Step Three: Receive Your Apostille Documents
At CT Notary Near Me, our final step ensures you get your Apostilled documents back as swiftly as possible. After completing the verification and certification stages, we expedite delivery so you can confidently move forward with your international business, legal, or personal matters. Whether you’re in Connecticut, or anywhere else in the U.S., our efficient process guarantees timely turnaround—letting you focus on what matters most.
Apostille and Authentication Requirements
To apostille or authenticate a document, specific requirements must be met. Below are the details you need to ensure your documents are prepared correctly and the types of documents eligible for an apostille.
Original Document:
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Must be an original or state-issued duplicate.
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Must include the appropriate signature.
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Must be recently issued.
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Processing time: 2-10 business days.
State-Specific Apostille Rule
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The notary public and the apostille must be issued in the same state as the document's origin. Any document you provide will be Apostilled in the state where it was originally issued.
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At CT Notary Near Me, we streamline the apostille process, ensuring compliance with Connecticut regulations and saving you time. Contact us to get started or book your appointment today!
Public Records:
Copies must be certified by an authorized public record keeper (e.g., Secretary of State or Town Clerk), not by a Notary Public.
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Vital Records:
Birth, death, marriage certificates, or other vital records must be certified by:-
Town Clerks
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Registrars of Vital Statistics
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Commissioner of Public Health
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How to Obtain Certified Copies of Original Documents
Our Apostille Liaisons can assist with obtaining Certified Copies please make sure to specify if this is a requirement for your documents.
Vital Records can be Order Online: VitalChek
Eligible Public and Private Documents
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The Connecticut Secretary of State provides apostille services for documents signed by the following public officials:
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Connecticut Notaries Public
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Town Clerks and their assistants/deputies
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Local Registrars of Vital Statistics and their assistants/deputies
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Clerks, Deputy Clerks, and Assistant Clerks of the Superior Court
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Judges of the Superior and Probate Courts
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Connecticut Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners of Public Health
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Connecticut Registrars and Assistant Registrars of Vital Records
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Justices of the Peace
Hauge and Non Hauge Countries
Hauge Convention Members as of January 2025 Hague Convention Member Countries (aka the Apostille Convention) Albania Andorra Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Armenia Australia Austria Azerbaijan Bahamas Bahrain Barbados Belarus Belgium Belize Bolivia Bosnia and Herzegovina Botswana Brazil Brunei Darussalam Bulgaria Burkina Faso Cabo Verde Chile China (Hong Kong SAR and Macao SAR only) Colombia Cook Islands Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominica Dominican Republic Ecuador El Salvador Eswatini (Swaziland) Estonia Fiji Finland France Georgia Germany Greece Grenada Guatemala Guyana Honduras Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Ireland Israel Italy Jamaica Japan Kazakhstan Korea (South) Kosovo Kyrgyzstan Latvia Lesotho Liberia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Malawi Malta Marshall Islands Mauritius Mexico Moldova Monaco Mongolia Montenegro Morocco Namibia Netherlands New Zealand Nicaragua Niue North Macedonia Norway Oman Panama Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Romania Russian Federation Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Samoa San Marino São Tomé and PrÃncipe Saudi Arabia Serbia Seychelles Singapore Slovakia Slovenia South Africa Spain Suriname Sweden Switzerland Tajikistan Tonga Trinidad and Tobago Tunisia Turkey Ukraine United Kingdom United States of America Uruguay Uzbekistan Vanuatu Venezuela Notes: China: Only Hong Kong and Macao are part of the Hague Convention; Mainland China is not a member. Special Territories: Some territories under member countries may have exceptions.
Important Information to Know
It's important to note that the status of countries regarding the Hague Convention can change.
For the most current information, you can refer to the official Hague Conference website.
Non Hauge Convention Members as of January 2025 As of January 2025, the following countries are not members of the Hague Apostille Convention and require a different process for document legalization: Afghanistan Algeria Angola Bangladesh Benin Burkina Faso Cambodia Cameroon Canada Chad China (excluding Hong Kong and Macao) Congo (Democratic Republic) Congo (Republic) Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) Cuba Egypt Eritrea Ethiopia Ghana Guinea Haiti Indonesia Iran Iraq Jordan Kenya Kuwait Laos Lebanon Libya Madagascar Malaysia Mali Mauritania Mozambique Myanmar (Burma) Nepal Niger Nigeria Pakistan Palestine Qatar Rwanda Saudi Arabia Senegal Sierra Leone Singapore Sri Lanka Sudan Syria Taiwan Tanzania Thailand Togo Turkmenistan Uganda United Arab Emirates (UAE) Uzbekistan Vietnam Yemen Zambia Zimbabwe Documents intended for use in these countries require a more complex legalization process, often involving multiple steps.
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