Apostille Services in Miami, Florida
If you need to use a U.S. document in another country, the document may require an apostille or another form of authentication, depending on the country of destination and the authority that issued it.
Miami Apostilla helps individuals, families, attorneys, businesses and professionals prepare documents for international use. Our first step is to identify who issued your document and where it will be used.
This distinction matters because a Florida document and a federal document do not necessarily follow the same apostille procedure.
Florida Apostille vs. Federal Apostille
The correct procedure depends primarily on the authority that issued or certified the document.
Florida Apostille
Florida documents that qualify for an apostille are processed through the appropriate Florida authentication procedure. The Florida Secretary of State is the competent authority for apostille certifications issued by the State of Florida.
- ✓Florida birth certificates
- ✓Florida marriage records
- ✓Florida court documents
- ✓Florida notarized documents
- ✓Florida corporate documents
Federal Apostille
Documents issued by certain U.S. federal agencies may require authentication or an apostille through the U.S. Department of State, depending on the country where the document will be used.
- ✓FBI background checks
- ✓Certain federal court documents
- ✓Certain federal agency documents
- ✓Federal certifications
- ✓Other qualifying federal records
Documents We Can Help You Apostille
Document requirements vary according to the issuing authority, destination country and purpose of use.
Birth Certificates
Certified birth records for immigration, citizenship, marriage and other procedures abroad.
Marriage & Divorce Records
Marriage certificates, divorce decrees and related records for international procedures.
FBI Background Checks
Federal apostille or authentication assistance for qualifying FBI background check documents.
Powers of Attorney
Properly executed and notarized powers of attorney intended for use outside the United States.
Academic Documents
Diplomas, transcripts and educational records when properly prepared for the required authentication process.
Corporate Documents
Corporate records, certificates and other business documents intended for international use.
How Our Miami Apostille Service Works
We first identify the document, issuing authority and destination country before confirming the appropriate procedure.
Send Your Document
Send us a clear copy so we can review the document and its issuing authority.
We Review the Requirements
We determine whether a Florida, federal or other authentication process applies.
We Process Your Order
Once the required documents and payment are received, we proceed according to the confirmed service.
Receive Your Documents
Completed documents are returned using the delivery method arranged for your order.
No Need to Visit Our Miami Office
Many clients complete their apostille service remotely. Send us a copy of your document first so we can review the required procedure.
When an original document must be shipped, we provide the appropriate instructions and can coordinate shipping arrangements when applicable.
Remote Service & Online Payments
Learn how to send your documents, receive shipping instructions and complete payment without visiting our office.
View Remote Service →Apostille Services for Documents Used Abroad
An apostille is generally used when a qualifying public document from one country participating in the Hague Apostille Convention must be presented in another participating country.
If the destination country does not use the Hague Apostille process, a different authentication or legalization procedure may apply. Requirements may also vary according to the institution receiving the document.
Important: Before processing your document, confirm the destination country and the requirements of the institution that will receive it.
Certified Translations
Depending on the destination country and the receiving institution, your apostilled document may also require a translation.
Miami Apostilla can coordinate certified translation services when appropriate. Translation requirements differ by country, and some jurisdictions require specific types of officially recognized translators.
Need Apostille + Translation?
Send us the document and tell us where it will be used. We can review whether translation should be part of your document process.
Certified Translation Services →Why Clients Choose Miami Apostilla
Document authentication can involve different authorities, document formats and destination-country requirements. We focus on identifying the correct process before your order begins.
Document Review
We review the document and issuing authority before confirming the process.
State & Federal
Assistance with both Florida and qualifying federal document procedures.
International Use
Services for documents intended for use in countries around the world.
Remote Service
Many services can be coordinated without visiting our office in person.
Frequently Asked Questions About Miami Apostille Services
Where can I get an apostille in Miami?
Miami Apostilla assists clients in Miami with document apostille and authentication procedures for Florida and qualifying federal documents. The correct process depends on who issued the document and the country where it will be used.
What documents can be apostilled in Florida?
Florida apostille requests may involve qualifying state-issued, court, corporate or properly notarized documents. Each document must meet the requirements of the Florida authentication process.
Can you apostille an FBI background check?
FBI background checks are federal documents. Qualifying federal documents follow the federal apostille or authentication process rather than the Florida state apostille procedure.
Is a Florida apostille the same as a federal apostille?
No. Florida documents and federal documents are issued by different authorities and generally follow different authentication procedures.
Do I need an apostille for every document used abroad?
No. Requirements depend on the destination country, the type of document and the institution receiving it.
Can I use your apostille service if I do not live in Miami?
Yes. Many clients use our remote service. Start by sending us a copy of the document for review.
Can you provide certified translation with the apostille?
We can coordinate certified translation services when appropriate. Requirements depend on the destination country and receiving institution.
How do I know whether my document needs a Florida or federal apostille?
Start by identifying who issued or certified the document. Send us a copy and we can help identify which category applies.
Need an Apostille for Your Document?
Send us your document and tell us the country where it will be used. We will review the document and help identify the appropriate process.
Let Us Review Your Document
Choose the service you need or contact us directly for assistance.
Contact Miami Apostilla
Call us or send us your document for review and a service quote.
Remote Service & Online Payments
Learn how to send your documents and complete your service remotely.
Certified Translations
Certified document translation services for immigration, legal, academic and international use.
Servicio de Apostilla en Español
Prefer Spanish? Visit our main Spanish-language apostille service page.
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Sobre el Autor / About the Author
Dagoberto Rodriguez is the founder of Miami Apostilla, with 18+ years of experience in apostille services, certified translations, and notary public services in Florida. Serving clients throughout Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. Satellite office located near the Florida Department of State in Tallahassee.