How to Apostille a Foreign-Language Document in Orange County
What Is an Apostille?
An apostille is a type of international certification issued by the California Secretary of State. It verifies the authenticity of a signature on a public document so that it is legally recognized in countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention of 1961.
Can Foreign-Language Documents Be Apostilled?
Yes, they can—but there are strict requirements. The apostille does not apply to the original foreign-language content, but instead to the certified English translation and the notarized certification of the translator’s signature.
That’s why at Orange County Apostille, we offer all-in-one services:
- ✅ Certified translation of your document into English
- ✅ Notarization of the translator’s signed certification
- ✅ Apostille processing by the California Secretary of State
Step-by-Step: Apostilling a Foreign-Language Document at Our Office
Step 1: Bring Your Foreign-Language Document
You can bring your original document to our office or email it to us. This includes:
- Birth certificates
- Marriage certificates
- Divorce decrees
- Academic transcripts and diplomas
- Power of attorney documents
- Immigration records or legal rulings
We accept all major languages, including Spanish, French, Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Tagalog, Farsi, and German.
Step 2: We Provide a Certified Translation (If Needed)
Our translation partners are ATA-certified and follow all USCIS-compliant translation rules. Once translated, we attach a signed declaration of accuracy.
Step 3: Notarization—Done in Our Office
Next, our in-house California Notary Public notarizes the translator’s signature using a California acknowledgment form or jurat, depending on what the receiving country requires.
Step 4: We Handle the Apostille Process
We submit your notarized document for apostille processing through the Secretary of State. You can choose:
- Standard processing (7–10 days)
- Expedited processing (2–3 business days)
- Same-day service (for eligible docs)
We even offer courier service to Sacramento for urgent documents.
Why Clients Choose Orange County Apostille
| Service | Included at Our Office? |
|---|---|
| Certified Translation | ✅ Yes |
| Notarization | ✅ Yes |
| Apostille Submission | ✅ Yes |
| Same-Day Options | ✅ Yes |
| Multilingual Document Experience | ✅ Yes |
Our clients include law firms, immigration consultants, multinational businesses, and private individuals from across Orange County.
Which Countries Accept Apostilles?
We assist with documents destined for all Hague Convention members, including:
- 🇲🇽 Mexico
- 🇪🇸 Spain
- 🇮🇹 Italy
- 🇯🇵 Japan
- 🇧🇷 Brazil
- 🇰🇷 South Korea
- 🇵🇭 Philippines
What If the Country Is NOT in the Hague Convention?
If your destination country is not a Hague member (like China or the UAE), you’ll need embassy legalization, not an apostille.
We handle the full process:
Frequently Apostilled Foreign-Language Documents
- Spanish-language birth certificates for Mexican citizenship
- French diplomas for international education
- Arabic health records for overseas medical use
- Chinese corporate docs
- Farsi powers of attorney for property management
- Korean divorce rulings for family registration
Turnaround Time
| Service Type | Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Regular | 7–10 business days |
| Expedited | 2–3 business days |
| Same-Day | ✅ Available |
We also offer mail-back services and pickup tracking.
Avoid These Common Mistakes
- Submitting the untranslated document
- Using non-certified translators
- Skipping notarization
- Mailing to the wrong address
- Omitting payment forms or apostille request cover sheets
Let Orange County Apostille help you avoid all that.
Apostille Pricing for Foreign-Language Documents
Our flat-rate pricing includes everything:
- Translation + notarization + apostille: $195+
- Expedited service: available
- Volume discounts: available
📞 Call us at (949) 614-0350 or book online now.
Why Work With Us?
- ✅ All-in-one solution
- ✅ 100+ languages handled
- ✅ Apostille experts for state and federal documents
- ✅ Convenient Irvine location
- ✅ Trusted by clients across Orange County
Get Started Today
🖥️ Schedule now
📞 Call: (949) 614-0350
📍 Visit us: 17875 Von Karman Ave. Suite 150 Irvine, CA 92614
Orange County Apostille – Certified, Fast, Trusted.
We make foreign-language apostilles fast, easy, and fully compliant.
