What Is the Difference Between a Notarization and an Apostille?

Verification and Authentication are two different processes.

Many people assume notarization and apostille services are the same thing.

While they are often connected, they serve different purposes.

🪪 Notarization

A notarization helps verify:

  • the identity of the signer

  • willingness to sign

  • proper execution of documents

🌍 Apostille

An apostille is a certification used to authenticate documents for use in participating foreign countries.

📄 Working Together

In some situations, a document must first be notarized before it can proceed through the apostille process.

Understanding the difference between notarization and apostille services can help simplify international document preparation.

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