Apostille Services In

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1. What is an Apostille?

An Apostille is a certificate issued by the Florida Department of State that verifies the authenticity of a document for use in any country that is part of the Hague Convention. It confirms that the signature, seal, and authority on the document are valid.

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2. Which documents can receive an Apostille?

Most Florida-issued documents can receive an Apostille, including:

• Powers of Attorney

• Attested copies of documents, where Florida law allows (s. 117.05(12))

• Birth, marriage, and death certificates

• School transcripts and diplomas

• Corporate and business documents

• Notarized letters and affidavits

• Real estate and financial paperwork

If you are unsure, Reliable Notary Now LLC can review the document for eligibility.

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3. Do my documents need to be notarized first?

Some documents do — some don’t.
Vital records (birth, marriage, death certificates) must be certified copies.
Documents such as affidavits, attested copies, letters, and Powers of Attorney must be properly notarized in Florida before the Apostille can be issued.

We can notarize your documents if needed.

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4. How long does the Apostille process take?

Processing time depends on whether you choose regular mail or a walk-in Tallahassee courier service.

• Standard mail: varies depending on state processing times

• Courier service: next-business-day pickup and faster turnaround

Reliable Notary Now LLC offers both options.

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5. Can you handle the entire Apostille process for me?

Yes. We can manage everything from:

• Document review

• Notarization (if required)

• Preparation and submission to the Florida Department of State

• Courier services

• Return shipping with tracking

Our goal is to make the process seamless and stress-free.

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6. Do you offer Apostille services for documents going to the Philippines?

Yes. We prepare documents for the Philippines, including Special Powers of Attorney (SPA) and attested copies where Florida law allows.

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7. What countries accept an Apostille?

Any country that is part of the Hague Apostille Convention accepts Apostilled documents.
If your destination country is not a member, the document will require authentication instead. We can guide you on the correct process.

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8. Can you Apostille a document from another state?

Yes, if I notarize it. When I notarize your document online as a Florida notary, the apostille comes from the Florida Department of State in Tallahassee, wherever you live.
Public records issued by another state, like a California birth certificate, need that state's apostille.

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9. How much does an Apostille cost?

Pricing varies based on:

• Number of documents

• Notarization needs

• Standard vs. courier processing

• Shipping options

Reliable Notary Now LLC will provide a clear, upfront quote based on your situation.

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10. Do you offer mobile or remote services?

Yes. We offer:

• Mobile notary services

• Remote Online Notarization (RON)

• Document pickup (location-dependent)

• Convenient digital communication
  This makes the entire Apostille process easy, especially for clients with tight schedules.

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11. What if my document is rejected for an Apostille?

We review all documents before submitting them to ensure they meet Florida Apostille requirements. If a correction is needed, we will guide you through the process quickly to avoid delays.

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12. How do I get started?

Simply contact Reliable Notary Now LLC with your:

• Document type

• Destination country

• Timeline

• Shipping needs

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