Cost & Timeline
State Fee
$2–$25 per document (state fee varies)
Plus service and shipping fees
Standard Processing
5–10 business days
After document received
Expedited Processing
1–3 business days
Additional fee applies
Corporate document apostille processing depends on the document type. State-filed documents (articles of incorporation, certificates of good standing) are certified and apostilled by the state. Internal documents (bylaws, resolutions) must first be notarized, then apostilled in the notary's state. Processing takes 5–10 business days standard.
Who Needs Corporate Document Apostille?
- Companies establishing subsidiaries or branches in foreign countries
- Businesses entering international contracts or joint ventures
- Companies opening foreign bank accounts requiring proof of incorporation
- Organizations bidding on international government contracts
- Businesses registering intellectual property abroad
- Companies completing mergers or acquisitions with foreign entities
Required Documents
- Articles of incorporation (certified by Secretary of State)
- Certificate of good standing or existence
- Notarized corporate bylaws or operating agreements
- Board resolutions (notarized)
- Corporate registration documents
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting documents from the wrong state — the apostille must come from the state of incorporation
- Not getting internal corporate documents (bylaws, resolutions) notarized before apostille
- Confusing state-filed documents with internal corporate documents — they follow different paths
- Not requesting a certificate of good standing before apostilling other documents
- Using outdated corporate documents — some countries require recent certificates
Ready to Get Started?
Submit your documents for apostille processing today. Our team reviews every submission to ensure it meets requirements — avoiding rejections and delays.
Free document review included — we check your documents before processing.
Step-by-Step Process
Identify Required Documents
Determine which corporate documents the foreign entity or government requires. Common documents include articles of incorporation, certificate of good standing, bylaws, and board resolutions.
Obtain Certified Copies
Request certified copies from the Secretary of State where the business is incorporated, or have documents notarized by a U.S. notary public.
Submit for Apostille
Send the certified or notarized corporate documents to the Secretary of State in the state of incorporation or notarization.
Receive Apostilled Documents
The apostille authenticates the documents for use in 120+ Hague Convention countries.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why Choose 1Apostille
All 50 States
We process apostilles nationwide — every state covered.
Document Review
Free pre-submission review to prevent rejections.
Fast Processing
Standard and expedited options available.
Secure Handling
Your documents are handled with care and confidentiality.
Start Your Corporate Documents Apostille Today
Let our experienced team handle the complete apostille process for you — from document review to Secretary of State submission and secure delivery.