Not sure if your document qualifies for a Florida apostille? Answer 4 quick questions below and get an instant answer — plus a personalized checklist of exactly what you need to do next. This free review has helped thousands of clients avoid costly rejections. If you have questions after your review, call (954) 999-4933 or text (850) 900-2203 Monday through Saturday 7AM to 5PM Eastern.
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What This Pre-Check Tells You
In under 60 seconds, you will know:
- Whether your document qualifies for a Florida apostille
- Whether you need notarization before apostille submission
- Whether Remote Online Notarization (RON) is an option for your situation
- What certified copy you need and where to obtain it
- Estimated processing time and what to expect
Common Document Questions
Do I need to notarize my birth certificate before apostille?
No. Florida birth certificates obtained from the Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics are government-issued certified documents and do not require notarization. They are submitted directly to the Florida Department of State for apostille. Do not have a government-issued vital record notarized — it may complicate the apostille process.
Can I apostille a copy of my document?
No. Florida apostille requires an original certified document — not a photocopy, scan, or fax copy. For birth and marriage certificates, you must order a new certified original from the issuing agency. For notarized documents, the original with the notary’s original signature and seal is required.
My document is from another state. Can Florida apostille it?
Only if it was notarized by a Florida-commissioned notary public. Documents issued by another state’s government must go to that state’s Secretary of State for apostille. However, if you use Florida’s Remote Online Notarization (RON) service — a Florida notary via secure video — your document becomes eligible for a Florida apostille regardless of where you are located.
How fast can I get a Florida apostille?
Through Online Florida Apostille’s in-person Tallahassee submission service: as fast as 3 business days. Through our RON apostille service: as fast as 3 business days. The Florida Department of State’s mail-in process: 25 to 35 business days. Call (954) 999-4933 or text (850) 900-2203 to choose the right option for your timeline.
What if my document is rejected?
Our pre-submission review is specifically designed to prevent this. We check every document for the 7 most common rejection causes before submission. Our near-zero rejection rate over 15 years of in-person Tallahassee submissions is the direct result of this review process. If you are submitting on your own and your document is rejected, the Florida Department of State will return it by mail — typically adding 2 to 4 weeks to your timeline before you can resubmit.
Ready to Get Started?
Call (954) 999-4933 or text (850) 900-2203 Monday through Saturday, 7AM to 5PM Eastern. Our team will review your specific document, confirm it qualifies for Florida apostille, and walk you through exactly what to do next — at no charge and with no obligation.