What Is an Apostille?
An apostille is an official certification that makes a document from one country legally valid in another. It's like a passport for your paperwork. The apostille is governed by the Hague Convention of 1961, which is recognized by over 120 countries — including both the United States and Mexico.
If you need to use a US document in Mexico — for school enrollment, property transactions, immigration, marriage, or legal proceedings — you will almost certainly need an apostille.
Who Needs an Apostille in California?
You may need an apostille if you are:
- Enrolling a child in school in Mexico
- Getting married in Mexico
- Inheriting property or dealing with an estate in Mexico
- Applying for Mexican citizenship or residency
- Submitting documents to a Mexican court or government agency
- Doing business internationally
Which Documents Can Be Apostilled?
Almost any official document can receive an apostille, including:
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Death certificates
- Divorce decrees
- School diplomas and transcripts
- Powers of attorney
- Court documents
- FBI background checks
How to Get an Apostille in California
The apostille process in California involves the California Secretary of State's office. Here's how it works when you use a professional service like Servicios México:
- Bring your original document to our Westminster office
- We handle all the paperwork and submit it to the state on your behalf
- Receive your apostilled document ready to use internationally — in 2 business days
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At Servicios México, our apostille service is $175 for the first document with a 2-day turnaround. Each additional document is +$125. We offer transparent, flat-rate pricing with no hidden fees.
Why Use a Professional Apostille Service?
You can apply for an apostille directly through the California Secretary of State, but the process can be confusing, time-consuming, and prone to rejection if paperwork isn't filled out correctly. A professional service like Servicios México handles everything for you — in both English and Spanish — ensuring your documents are processed correctly the first time.
We've been helping families and businesses in Westminster and Orange County with apostilles since 1999. Our bilingual team is here to guide you through every step.