Maryland Expedited Apostille Services

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US Legalization specialize in expedited apostille services directly from the Maryland Secretary of State’s office. Whether you need personal, federal, commercial, or legal documents apostilled, we provide the fastest turnaround times to ensure your documents are ready for international use without delay.

Our Expedited Apostille Services

We offer same-day or next-day processing for most documents. For urgent needs, we ensure that your documents are apostilled and returned within 1-2 business days.

  • Expedited Processing: 1-2 business days
  • Quick and Secure Shipping: Fast shipping options to return apostilled documents to you domestically or internationally.

Hague Convention Countries

Albania Bahrain Bosnia Costa Rica El Salvador Hungary Jamaica Moldova Pakistan Romania South Africa Turkey
Argentina Barbados Brazil Croatia France Iceland Japan Morocco Panama Russia South Korea UK
Armenia Barmuda Bulgaria Cyprus Germany India Kazakhstan Netherlands Paraguay Saudi Arabia Spain Ukraine
Australia Belarus Canada Czech Greece Indonesia Kyrgyzstan New Zealand Peru Senegal Swaziland Uruguay
Austria Belgium Chile Denmark Guatemala Ireland Liberia Nicaragua Philippines Serbia Sweden Uzbekistan
Azerbaijan Belize China Dominican Rep. Honduras Israel Malta Norway Poland Singapore Switzerland Venezuela
Bahamas Bolivia Colombia Ecuador Hong Kong Italy Mexico Oman Portugal Slovakia Tajikistan Other Countries

Non Participating Hague Convention Countries

FBI Background Check Apostille Services

If you require an apostille for an FBI background check, we can help ensure that your background report is properly authenticated for use abroad. Whether it’s for immigration, employment, or legal purposes, we expedite the process for you.

  • FBI Background Check Apostille: Essential for visa applications, immigration processing, or international employment.
  • Processing Time: Apostille services for FBI background checks typically require 9 business days for expedited processing (please note that FBI clearance certificates themselves may take additional time to obtain).

We understand that time is of the essence when it comes to FBI background checks, especially for immigration or business purposes. Our team is committed to getting your documents apostilled as quickly as possible to meet your deadlines.

Federal Documents Apostille Services (9 Business Days)

For federal documents, including those from U.S. agencies, we provide expedited apostille services with a 9-business-day processing time. These documents require additional processing through federal agencies, and our team ensures everything is handled with care and efficiency.

Federal Documents We Handle:

U.S. Passports

  • Official U.S. Passport
  • Passport Replacement or Renewal Certificates

Federal Court Documents

  • Federal Court Orders (e.g., divorce, child custody, judgments)
  • Federal Court Judgments and Decrees
  • Certified Copies of Federal Court Documents

Immigration Documents

  • U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) Documents
  • Form I-20 (Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status)
  • Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status)
  • Form I-797 (Notice of Action from USCIS)
  • Green Card/Immigrant Visa Approval Notices
  • U.S. Citizenship or Naturalization Certificates

IRS Documents

  • IRS Form 147C (Proof of Taxpayer Identification Number)
  • IRS Forms 4506-T (Request for Transcript of Tax Return)
  • IRS Tax Returns and Correspondence

Social Security Administration Documents

  • Social Security Cards
  • Social Security Number (SSN) Verification Letters
  • Social Security Administration Certificates
  • Proof of Earnings

U.S. Military Documents

  • U.S. Military Service Records (DD-214)
  • Discharge Papers (Form DD-214)
  • Veterans Affairs (VA) Documents
  • Military Orders

U.S. Department of State Documents

  • Birth Certificates issued by the U.S. Department of State (for U.S. citizens born abroad)
  • Authentication of U.S. Department of State Documents

Department of Justice Documents

  • Certificates and Records from the U.S. Department of Justice
  • Court Certified Documents Related to Legal Cases

U.S. Department of Labor Documents

  • Labor Certifications
  • Employment Verification Letters

U.S. Department of Homeland Security Documents

  • U.S. Visas
  • U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Approval Notices
  • Travel Authorization Documents (ESTA)

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Documents

  • CDC Certificates of Vaccination
  • Public Health Documents (e.g., Public Health Records)

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office Documents

  • Patent Documents
  • Trademark Registration Certificates

Federal Tax Documents

  • W-2 Forms
  • 1099 Forms
  • Other Tax-Related Documents

U.S. Department of Education Documents

  • Transcripts and Diplomas from U.S. accredited universities or schools
  • Student Enrollment Verification Letters
  • Certification of Educational Records

Although federal documents take longer to process, we ensure that everything is managed in a timely manner and that you are kept updated throughout the process.

FDA Apostille Services

For businesses in the pharmaceutical, food, and medical industries, we offer FDA-related apostille services. FDA documents often require quick turnaround times for global business, and we prioritize these for expedited processing.

FDA Certificates

  • Certificates of Free Sale
  • Certificates of Pharmaceutical Product (CPP)
  • Certificates of Export
  • Certificates of Manufacturing and Marketing
  • Certificates of Analysis (for specific drug or food products)

FDA Approvals and Clearances

  • New Drug Application (NDA) Approval
  • Investigational New Drug (IND) Approval
  • Premarket Approval (PMA) for Medical Devices
  • Premarket Notification 510(k) for Medical Devices
  • Biologics License Application (BLA) Approval

FDA Drug Establishment Registration and Listing

  • Food Facility Registration Certificates
  • Drug Establishment Registration Certificates
  • Medical Device Establishment Registration Certificates
  • FDA Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Certificates
  • FDA Compliance Certifications
  • Importer and Exporter FDA Registration Certificates

Clinical Trials and Research Documentation

  • Clinical Trial Authorization Letters
  • Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) Documents
  • Clinical Study Reports and Documents
  • Clinical Research Compliance Certification

FDA Import/Export Documents

  • Import/Export Permits
  • FDA Importer Certificates
  • FDA Export Certificates for Drugs and Medical Devices
  • Certificates of Conformity

FDA Food Product Certifications

  • Food Safety Certifications
  • Organic Food Certification
  • Nutrition Labeling Compliance Certificates
  • Certificates of Food Analysis (e.g., microbiological or chemical analysis)
  • Food and Beverage Product Registration Certificates

FDA Registration Documents

  • Drug and Medical Device Registration
  • FDA Food Facility Registration
  • FDA Drug Registration for U.S. and Foreign Manufacturers

FDA Compliance and Inspection Reports

  • FDA Inspection Reports for Facilities
  • FDA Warning Letters
  • FDA Compliance Verification Letters
  • FDA Inspection and Audit Certifications

FDA Import and Export Health Certificates

  • Export Certificates for Drugs, Devices, and Foods
  • Health Certificates for International Shipments

FDA Product Approval Letters

  • Drug and Device Approval Letters
  • FDA Letters of Authorization
  • Certificates of FDA Approval for Specific Products

FDA Packaging and Labeling Approvals

  • Approval for Product Labeling and Packaging
  • FDA Verification Letters for Product Labels

FDA Investigations and Safety Notices

  • FDA Adverse Event Reports
  • FDA Safety Notifications
  • FDA Recall Notices (for drugs, devices, or food products)

FDA General Regulatory Documents

  • FDA Regulatory Affairs Documents
  • FDA Compliance Guidelines for Drug and Device Manufacturers
  • FDA Guidance Documents

We help ensure your FDA-related documents are apostilled and ready for international regulatory compliance quickly and efficiently.

Business Documents Apostille Services

In addition to personal documents, we provide expedited apostille services for business documents that are essential for international business transactions. We handle a variety of documents with a focus on quick turnaround times to meet your deadlines.

Business Documents We Handle:

  • Business Contracts and Agreements
  • Corporate Documents (e.g., Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws)
  • Business Licenses and Permits
  • Power of Attorney for business purposes
  • Financial Statements and Invoices
  • Bills of Lading and Shipping Documents

Whether you’re conducting business overseas or need legal documents authenticated for international use, we ensure that your commercial paperwork is apostilled quickly and accurately.

Why Choose Our Expedited Apostille Services?

  • Fast and Reliable Turnaround: We offer same-day processing for urgent apostille requests for most documents and 9 business days for federal documents.
  • Expert Guidance: Our knowledgeable team will guide you through the process to ensure your documents meet all necessary requirements for international use.
  • Transparent and Competitive Pricing: We offer clear pricing with no hidden fees, ensuring you know exactly what to expect.
  • Comprehensive Services: Whether it’s for personal, federal, FDA, FBI background checks, or commercial documents, we are your one-stop solution for apostille services.

Service Fees

Our expedited apostille fees vary depending on the type of document and processing time:

  • Same-Day Processing Fee: $50 per document (available for select documents, additional fees apply)
  • FBI Background Check Apostille: $77 per document (9 business days)
  • Federal Document Apostille Fee: $77 per document (9 business days for federal processing)
  • Shipping Fees: domestic and international shipping (varies by destination)

Please reach out to us for a customized quote or if you have any questions about the apostille process.

How Our Expedited Apostille Process Works

  1. Submit Your Documents: Send your documents to us via mail, courier, or online upload.
  2. Document Review: Our team will ensure your documents meet all requirements for apostille certification.
  3. Submit to Maryland Secretary of State: We handle the submission of your documents to the Maryland Secretary of State’s office for expedited processing.
  4. Receive Apostilled Documents: Once your documents are apostilled, we’ll ship them back to you quickly via your preferred method.