---
title: "Apostille FAQ | Common Questions Answered — 1Apostille"
url: https://1apostille.com/faq
description: "Frequently asked questions about apostille services, processing times, costs, document requirements, and international authentication. Get answers from experts."
lang: en
---

FAQ

# Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our apostille and document authentication services.

### What is an apostille?

### What documents can be apostilled?

### How long does the apostille process take?

### Do you serve all 50 states?

### What if my destination country is not part of the Hague Convention?

### Do I need to notarize my document before getting an apostille?

### Can I send copies or do I need originals?

### How do I get started?

### Is my information secure?

### What are your fees?

Still have questions? We're here to help.

Contact Us: https://1apostille.com/order
Call (833) 725-8001: 8337258001

Disclaimer: 1Apostille is a private document processing service. We are not a government agency and are not affiliated with any Secretary of State office or the U.S. Department of State. Our service fees are separate from government filing fees. Processing times are estimates and may vary based on state office workload and document type. This website does not provide legal advice.

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