Almost any Florida-issued or notarized document can qualify — including birth, marriage, and death certificates; school transcripts and diplomas; powers of attorney; corporate filings; and notarized personal documents. If you’re unsure, our specialists can review it for free before you order.

Most rejections come from simple technical errors — missing notary seals, incorrect wording, or ID mismatches. In fact, we correct these issues in about 80% of documents we review. Using our inspection and handling service nearly eliminates that risk.

Yes. If your document requires notarization, our award-winning online notary team can complete it for you in minutes. You’ll receive a properly executed digital document that meets all Florida Department of State standards for apostille processing.

Absolutely. We offer discounted FedEx and DHL global delivery, with tracking and signature confirmation. Whether your documents are headed to Spain, Brazil, or South Korea, we’ll make sure they arrive securely and on time.

A Florida apostille authenticates documents issued or notarized within Florida. A federal apostille (through the U.S. Department of State) is for federal documents, such as FBI background checks. We handle both types and can guide you to the correct option for your situation.

Yes — we work with clients in more than 100 countries. You can upload your documents securely online, and our Florida-based specialists will process the apostille and ship it back to you by FedEx or DHL, anywhere in the world.

If your document or its destination country requires translation, we can coordinate certified or sworn translation services in 95 languages. That way, your apostilled document meets every international standard for acceptance.

Not exactly. Notarization confirms that a signature or statement is genuine, while an apostille verifies that the notary or issuing authority is officially recognized. Many documents need both — and our team can handle both steps under one roof.

It’s a fair question. The 30-day estimate on the state website applies to mailed-in requests, which sit in the processing queue with thousands of others. Our process is different. We hand-deliver your documents directly to the Florida Department of State in Tallahassee, wait in line, and pick them up the same or next business day. That’s why our turnaround times are measured in days instead of weeks — and why we’re able to maintain near-zero rejection rates.

The State of Florida charges $10 per apostille, or $20 for county-certified documents like marriage certificates.

If you’re considering doing it yourself to save money, that’s understandable — but be aware that unless you’re familiar with Florida’s strict notarial and certification rules, rejections are extremely common. The state’s mail-in process can take 30 days or more, and if your documents are rejected, you’ll wait another month just to try again.

That’s why we created our Peace of Mind service — for customers who aren’t in a rush but want everything done correctly the first time. It’s an affordable option that includes professional inspection, preparation, and handling from start to finish, so your documents are accepted without costly delays.

If you submit your apostille request directly to the State and it’s rejected, your documents are mailed back without processing — usually after a 30-day wait. The most common causes are missing seals, incorrect notarial wording, expired commissions, or improper county certifications. Unfortunately, the State doesn’t correct these issues for you, and you’ll need to start the process over from the beginning.

When you use Florida Document Specialists, that never happens. Every document is reviewed by trained Florida-based specialists before submission to ensure it meets every requirement. And if you’re not in a rush, our Peace of Mind service gives you the same expert handling at a lower price — so your apostille gets accepted the first time, guaranteed.

No — the Florida Department of State in Tallahassee is the only authority that issues authentic Florida apostilles.
There are no branch offices in Miami, Jacksonville, Orlando, or anywhere else, and foreign consulates in Florida cannot issue apostilles under the Hague Convention.

Many people are misled by third-party websites or walk-in “document centers” that claim to provide “Florida apostilles near you.” In reality, those companies still send your paperwork to Tallahassee — often with extra markup and no quality control.

At Florida Document Specialists, we hand-deliver your documents directly to the Department of State, so you get genuine, verified apostilles — quickly, safely, and without middlemen.

We guarantee everything within our control — accuracy, proper document preparation, and prompt delivery to the Florida Department of State. However, once your documents are submitted, a few factors are outside anyone’s control.

Occasionally, the Department of State may close unexpectedly due to weather, power outages, or other statewide issues. Delays can also occur if FedEx or DHL misroutes or loses a shipment.

Because of these rare but real variables, we can’t offer a money-back guarantee based solely on turnaround time. What we do guarantee is responsive, human support — if something goes wrong, you’ll always be able to reach a real Florida specialist who will help resolve it quickly.

Absolutely. That’s one of the biggest differences between Florida Document Specialists and large nationwide processors. You’ll never be routed through a call center, sent to voicemail loops, or told to “open a support ticket.”

When you call us, you’ll speak directly with a trained Florida specialist who knows your order and can resolve your issue on the spot. Whether it’s a shipping delay, a question about notarization, or tracking an apostille already in progress, we’re here — by phone, email, or live chat — until everything is handled.

That’s the concierge-level service our customers count on, and why so many law firms, businesses, and families choose to work with us again and again.

Our Same-Day Apostille Service is available for time-critical situations and depends on several factors, including document type, time of submission, and state office availability. When conditions align, we’re often able to complete the entire process and ship your finalized documents the very same day.

Because some factors — such as Department of State operating hours, weather, and courier schedules — are outside of our control, same-day completion is not guaranteed in every case. If we’re unable to complete the service within that window, your order automatically transitions to Rush Service (2–3 business days) and we refund the price difference immediately.