Document Legalization

USILACS Offers Guaranteed State Apostille and Foreign Legalization Service

Before issuing work permits, work visas, or professional licenses, most foreign countries require that educational credentials be legally authenticated for use in their respective jurisdictions.

The process of legalizing education documents has historically been intricate and challenging. However, recently, this process has become even more complex and frustrating. Many countries have temporarily or permanently closed their consulates, which has led to significant confusion and difficulties for those needing their educational documents legalized to return to employment, homes, and essential services in foreign countries.

In today’s global landscape, legalizing documents for international use has become increasingly intricate and often unmanageable for students attempting the process independently. Misinformation and confusion are frequently spread by well-meaning friends, websites, social media, and fellow students. Given the complexity of the current process, many students realize that they must obtain both a state apostille and US State Department authentication before proceeding with foreign legalization. However, dealing with the US State Department is notoriously time-consuming, with some apostille applications requiring up to three months to process. Furthermore, many foreign embassies refuse to provide services to self-represented students for various reasons.

In this continuously shifting geopolitical landscape, it is highly inadvisable for students to manage the legalization of their educational documents on their own. Regulations can change rapidly, and many visa services disseminate outdated or inaccurate information while charging exorbitant fees without delivering the promised results. Most visa services also operate within limited geographical regions. In contrast, USILACS possesses extensive experience in navigating complex jurisdictions such as China, Russia, and others.

For several years, USILACS has assisted students in obtaining apostilles and embassy legalizations. Properly legalized documents can enable students to secure “Expert” or “Long-Term” visas in challenging countries. Conversely, improperly legalized documents often result in visa denials and, in some cases, permanent bans on submitting future visa applications to the respective countries. With legal representatives, attorneys, and established contacts worldwide, USILACS is a recognized expert in legalizing educational documents. USILACS students benefit from the organization’s global network, allowing them to process foreign legalizations through multiple embassies and consulates without being restricted to a single point of contact.

State Apostille Package (Florida State Apostille Only) 

USILACS will:

    • Print color copies of the required graduation documents.
    • Attach a completed and notarized statement of authenticity to the back of the document.
    • Ship the documents to the Florida Secretary of State’s office, ensuring that all fees are paid in full.
    • The Florida Secretary of State will attach a sealed authentication “Apostille” certificate to the documents.
    • Upon receiving the documents from the Florida Secretary of State, USILACS will scan the apostilled documents and email a copy to you.
    • Ship the original documents according to your provided instructions.

Complete Foreign Legalization Package (State Apostille & Foreign Legalization) 

USILACS will:

    • The following process outlines the steps involved in obtaining apostille or legalization services:1. Print color copies of the required graduation documents.
      2. Attach a completed and notarized statement of authenticity to the back of the document.
      3. Ship the documents to the Florida Secretary of State’s office, ensuring that all fees are paid in advance.
      4. The Florida Secretary of State will attach a sealed authentication “Apostille” certificate to the documents.
      5. Upon receiving the documents back from the Florida Secretary of State, USILACS will scan the apostilled documents and email a copy to the student.
      6. For countries not part of the Hague Convention, USILACS will complete the US State Department application, pay all fees, and ship the documents to the US Department of State for an Authentication Certificate.
      7. Upon receipt of the documents from the US Department of State, USILACS will scan the Authentication Certificate and email a copy to the student.
      8. Complete all necessary foreign embassy or consulate forms, along with required attachments.
      9. Deliver the documents to the foreign embassy or consulate, ensuring all applicable fees are paid.
      10. Have the documents legalized for use in the specified country.
      11. Pick up the legalized documents from the embassy or consulate.
      12. Scan the legalized documents and email a copy to the student.
      13. Ship the original documents as per the student’s instructions.

Our Guarantee

A full 100% guarantee accompanies both packages. Should USILACS fail to secure the promised apostille or legalizations, the student will receive a full refund of the cost associated with the apostille or legalization package.

It is important to note that this guarantee is limited to actions directly performed by USILACS. The guarantee does not extend to any delays or issues arising from the actions or inactions of government offices or shipping services.

Terms & Pricing:  

State Apostille Package (1961 Hague Convention Member Countries):
NOTE: China joined the Hague Convention on November 7, 2023       

  • Time to complete: 4 to 6 weeks
  • Cost: First Document $299.00 (including all fees and priority shipping)
  • Additional Document(s): $60.00 each (including all fees and priority shipping)

CLICK HERE for the STATE APOSTILLE ORDER FORM

Complete Foreign Legalization Package (Non-1961 Hague Convention Member Countries):         

  • Time to complete: 4 to 6 months
  • Cost: First Document $399.00 (including all fees and priority shipping)
  • Additional Document(s): $80.00 each (including all fees and priority shipping)

CLICK HERE for the EMBASSY OR CONSULATE LEGALIZATION ORDER FORM

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