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Apostille for the United States of America
Notarisation for USA documents is essential when you need your personal, academic, or business papers accepted by authorities in the United States. Some states and authorities will also require an apostille in order to be accepted.
Apostille for USA – Notarisation of Documents for the United States of America
Many documents sent to the United States require notarisation before they can be apostilled or legalised. We verify the authenticity of your document or signature, making it suitable for use across different US states. Once notarised, we can issue an apostille or arrange further legalisation if the receiving authority requires it.
Apostille Requirements for the USA – State-Specific Legalisation Rules
The apostille process for the USA varies depending on the state. Some US authorities accept an apostille alone, while others insist on an additional Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) legalisation.
States that commonly require FCDO legalisation include:
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California
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New York
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Oregon
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Texas
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Florida
Always check the requirements of the organisation requesting your documents, as rules differ between state authorities.
Time and Fees for Apostille Services
For a clear breakdown of Foreign Office fees and processing times, please visit our main legalisation section. We aim to provide quick and efficient support for all USA apostille and legalisation needs.
USA Embassy Contact Details – United States Embassy in London
If your matter requires direct embassy involvement or confirmation, the contact details for the Embassy of the United States of America in London are:
Embassy of the United States of America
24 Grosvenor Square
London
W1A 2LQ
T. 020 7499 9000
