When using a document internationally, you will often hear the terms "Apostille" and "Embassy Legalization." Knowing the difference is critical to your application's success.
Apostille: A simplified certification for countries that are members of the 1961 Hague Convention. It is a single stamp or certificate attached to your document. Embassy Legalization: A more complex, multi-step process required for non-Hague countries. It involves notarization, state authentication, and finally, certification by the destination country's embassy.
Not sure which one you need? DocumentSphere's Notarization & Apostille experts will assess your destination country and handle the exact authentication pathway required for your documents.