We process all personal, academic, and corporate documents - including New York birth certificates (with exemplification letters), marriage certificates, diplomas, and notarized powers of attorney - directly through the New York Department of State.
Note: An additional $125.00 applies for each additional document from the same state submitted with the same order. All pricing includes shipping within the U.S.
We authenticate vital, academic, and corporate records issued in New York for international legal recognition.
Get your document authenticated and legalized in four easy steps.
Fill out our quick details form, specifying document state, type, destination country, and turnaround options.
Our specialists review your documents to verify proper notarization, seal validity, state signature compliance, and Hague requirements.
We route documents directly to the appropriate Secretary of State or U.S. Department of State in Washington D.C. for fast-track authentication.
We ship your finalized apostilled documents securely back to you with real-time tracking via FedEx overnight or international shipping.
When documents issued in New York are intended for use in another country, they often require official authentication before they will be accepted by foreign authorities. An apostille is an official certificate that verifies the authenticity of the signatures, seals, and stamps on your document, allowing it to be legally recognized in participating countries.
For documents issued or notarized in New York, the apostille is officially issued by the New York Secretary of State (located at 1 Commerce Plaza, 99 Washington Avenue, 6th Floor, Albany, NY 12231). If the destination country is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, a New York apostille is typically the only certification required for your documents to be accepted abroad.
Obtaining an apostille for documents issued in New York can be more complex than in many other states. Depending on whether your documents were issued in New York State or one of New York City's five boroughs (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, or Staten Island), additional authentication requirements may apply before an apostille can be issued.
The process always begins with obtaining the original document or an official certified copy. Certain documents, such as New York City birth certificates, may also require additional certifications, including a Letter of Exemplification issued by the New York City Department of Health.
Depending on the document type, additional certifications may be required through the appropriate County Clerk before submission to the New York Department of State for apostille processing.
If your documents are destined for a country that is not a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, the process does not end there. After state authentication, your documents may also require authentication by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., followed by legalization through the destination country's embassy or consulate.
Navigating New York's apostille requirements can be time-consuming and confusing. At iPride Notary, Fingerprinting & Apostilles, we handle the entire process on your behalf, ensuring your documents are properly authenticated and submitted to the correct agencies so you can avoid unnecessary delays and focus on what matters most.
Before your documents can be submitted for an New York apostille, they must meet the requirements established by the New York Secretary of State. Reviewing these guidelines before placing your order can help prevent delays and ensure your documents are ready for processing.
Educational Documents: Diplomas, transcripts, and other school records often require additional certification or notarization before they are eligible for an New York apostille. A school official's signature or institutional seal alone may not satisfy New York's apostille requirements. If you're unsure whether your education documents are ready for processing, our team will review them and guide you through the necessary steps.
Whether you are relocating, accepting international employment, studying abroad, or applying for dual citizenship, you will likely need an authenticated FBI background check. Since this is a federal document issued by the FBI, it cannot be processed by the New York Secretary of State. Instead, it must be submitted to the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., for authentication.
At iPride Notary, Fingerprinting & Apostilles, we take the stress out of federal legalizations for New York residents. Our team manages the entire submission process directly with federal authorities, verifying that your background check is correctly formatted and routed to prevent costly delays or rejections.
When you choose iPride Notary, Fingerprinting & Apostilles, you're partnering with experienced professionals who make the apostille and document legalization process fast, accurate, and hassle-free.
If your documents were issued across multiple jurisdictions, coordinating with different state capitals can quickly turn into a logistical nightmare. iPride simplifies this with our unified, multi-state processing network.
We streamline the authentication process by routing your documents concurrently through the correct state agencies nationwide. We can process multiple documents at the same time for all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and U.S. territories. Check out our apostille services in Michigan, our apostille services in Salt Lake City, our apostille services in Minnesota, our apostille services in Charlotte and our apostille services in Columbus.
You can also view our services in other states and cities here.
Skip the long waits and complex state regulations. Let our team handle every detail so your documents are ready for international use without any hassle.
Contact us today or submit your request online to get started.
Phone: (702) 273-8618 (USA)
International (WhatsApp): +1 (702) 273-8618
Email: info@ipridenotary.com
Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM PST | Saturday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM PST (Appointment Only)
For clients living in the Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City, and Pahrump areas, we offer a professional mobile pick up service. An expert Apostille Specialist will travel directly to your home or office to pick up your documents.
If notarization is required, our specialist can perform it on-site before securely transporting your documents back to our main service center for expedited state or federal processing.
*Pickups must be scheduled at least 2 hours in advance. Standard mobile dispatch fees apply.
Find answers to common questions about document requirements, translations, and turnaround times in New York.
Many foreign authorities and consulates require a certified, notarized translation of your apostilled documents before they can be officially accepted. At iPride, our in-house certified linguists provide guaranteed USCIS-approved and sworn translations in over 90 languages. Complete your apostille first, then order your certified translation online with fast turnaround and transparent pricing.
Handled directly by our dedicated certified team — no third-party referrals. Learn more about certified translations.
Select your convenient service tier and options to place your order online.