Documents that are produced or signed in Canada which need to be used in the USA be 'apostilled' to make them valid for use in the United States. This process applies to important documents such as powers of attorney, real estate transfers, deeds, academic certificates, affidavits, birth, death and marriages records, incorporation papers, and various other legal papers. This article explains more about apostilles, and how Vancouver Apostille can assist you with your US documentation.
The apostille is a unique process that validates a document for use in the United States. This article explains the ins and outs of international notarizations, apostilles, and how Vancouver Apostille can help. We're proudly local, not a national or out-of-province business that attempts to match you up with a contracting notary here in Vancouver, BC. You deal directly with us. If you have any questions, or want to book an appointment, please send us an email or call us at 604-685-2326.
The Apostille process for the USA can be quite complicated. Any document copied or signed in Vancouver must first be notarized and then apostilled by the British Columbia Attorney General. Vancouver Apostille would be pleased to assist with all your USA apostille requirements.
Step 1 (Notarization): You bring your document to Vancouver Apostille to be notarized. We make a certified copy of your original documents (notarized copy), or witness your signature and check your ID (notarized signature). This step confirms that your copied or signed documentation is genuine.
Step 2 (Apostille): Vancouver Apostille will the properly Apostille your notarized documents at the British Columbia Attorney General. This step confirms the international validity of the notarization. Because Vancouver Apostille processes so many apostille documents, we enjoy an excellent working relationship with the British Columbia authorities.
The documentation is then returned to our office, ready for use in the United States. We notify you immediately, and send you a scan. You can then pick up your document from our downtown Vancouver office, or we can courier the apostilled document directly to a third party recipient in the United States on your behalf.
Vancouver Apostille's founder and principal, Adam Brosgall, is an experienced Vancouver lawyer, Notary Public, and BC Commissioner of Oaths. He is fully qualified, licensed, and insured to handle American apostilles. If you have any questions, please feel free to send us an email, or call 604-685-2326 to book an appointment. We look forward to seeing you.