Apostille San Francisco
Apostille Services
in San Francisco
California document authentication handled start to finish. We submit to the California Secretary of State on your behalf — same-day options available for urgent deadlines.
An apostille is a government-issued authentication certificate that authenticates the official signature on your California documents for use in foreign countries. It is not the same as notarization — apostille is a separate process handled by the California Secretary of State, not a notary. We manage the full submission so you don’t have to navigate the SOS process yourself.
What’s Included in Our Service
Documents We Apostille
| Document | Used for |
|---|---|
Birth Certificates | CA-issued vital records for immigration, citizenship, marriage abroad |
Marriage Certificates | For international marriage recognition and spousal visa applications |
Diplomas & Transcripts | Academic credentials for foreign employment and university admissions |
FBI Background Checks | Federal route — required for immigration and work permits abroad |
Court & Legal Documents | Divorce decrees, power of attorney, judgments |
Corporate Documents | Articles of incorporation, certificates of good standing |
How It Works
Submit Your Document
Book a time to bring your document to 416 Bryant Street, San Francisco, CA 94107 or send us a scan. We confirm eligibility and route before anything moves forward.
Same dayWe File with the California Secretary of State
We handle the SOS submission directly — standard processing or same-day counter service depending on your deadline.
Day 1–2Apostille Certificate Attached
The California SOS issues and attaches the apostille. We inspect every page for accuracy before it leaves our office.
Same day or 2–4 weeksDelivered to You
Pickup in person by appointment, local courier, or shipped. Your document now carries an apostille recognized in all Hague Convention member countries.
Your choicePricing
Document Check
$45$20 applied toward your apostilleEligibility confirmed before you pay · Route determined — SOS or federal · Realistic timeline provided
Standard Mail-In
$180Per documentFull SOS submission handled · Tracking provided · 2–4 weeks typical
Same-Day Counter
$450Per documentFiled with the Secretary of State the same business day; returned as soon as it’s released. · Urgent travel or legal deadlines · Pickup or rush courier
Service Area
San Francisco · Oakland · San Jose · Berkeley · Palo Alto · Fremont · Daly City · South SF · Statewide (CA)
416 Bryant Street, San Francisco, CA 94107 · By appointment only
(415) 439-0289 · Info@apostillesanfrancisco.com
Ready to Get Your Documents Apostilled?
Call us or submit your document details — we’ll confirm eligibility, determine the correct route, and give you an exact timeline.
Related Services
Same-Day Apostille · Federal Apostille · CA Apostille Guide · Document Check · Pricing · By Country