Apostille Services in Boston, MA – Fast & Reliable Help at the Massachusetts Secretary of State’s Office

If you need an apostille in Boston, Massachusetts, you're in the right place. Whether you're traveling abroad for work, study, marriage, or business, certain documents must be authenticated to be legally accepted overseas. This is where an apostille comes in—and where Colon Constable Services can help you navigate the process quickly and correctly.
We work directly with the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Apostille Office in Boston to handle your apostille needs with ease.
What Is an Apostille?
An apostille is a certification that verifies the authenticity of public documents for use in Hague Convention countries. It confirms that the signature, seal, or stamp on your document is legitimate and recognized by the issuing country.
If you're planning to use any of the following documents abroad, you’ll likely need an apostille:
Birth, marriage, or death certificates
Educational diplomas and transcripts
FBI background checks
Powers of attorney
Corporate records or business licenses
Legal rulings or notarized documents
Boston’s Apostille Office – Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth
The Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Office in Boston, located at 1 Ashburton Place, handles apostille requests for documents originating in Massachusetts.
Colon Constable Services provides in-person hand delivery and pickup from this office to expedite your apostille request and reduce turnaround time. Many clients don't realize that improperly completed forms or missing notarizations can cause significant delays. We make sure that doesn’t happen.
Why Work with Colon Constable Services in Boston?
We're not just another notary service. We are local professionals with years of experience in apostille services and document handling across Massachusetts. Here's what sets us apart:
We hand-deliver to the SOS Apostille Office in Boston
We offer mobile notary services across Greater Boston
We retrieve documents from city clerks, courts, and the Registry of Vital Records
We handle Hague and non-Hague country requests
We offer fast, same-day options when time is critical
We serve professionals, students, immigrants, attorneys, businesses, and families needing urgent document authentication.
Popular Boston Locations We Serve
Our mobile notary and apostille services are available across neighborhoods and institutions including:
Back Bay
Downtown Crossing
Beacon Hill
Fenway/Kenmore
South End
Seaport District
Boston University, Northeastern, MIT, Harvard, and Suffolk University
We’re also frequently at city clerk offices, schools, law firms, and hospitals helping Boston residents complete time-sensitive document processing.
Apostille Services for Boston-Area Universities
We specialize in apostille processing for educational documents in Boston. Whether you’re studying abroad or applying for jobs overseas, your diplomas and transcripts may require an apostille.
We assist students and alumni from:
Boston College
Harvard University
Northeastern University
Boston University
UMass Boston
Suffolk University
Wentworth Institute of Technology
Apostille Process at the Boston SOS Office – Step-by-Step

1. Free Consultation: We evaluate your document and confirm whether it needs notarization or certification.
2. Document Prep: If needed, we notarize your documents at your home, office, or a public location in Boston.
3. Submission: We hand-deliver your documents to the Massachusetts Secretary of State’s Apostille Division.
4. Pickup and Delivery: We return apostilled documents directly to you—same-day options available for certain requests.
5. Authentication for Non-Hague Countries: If the country isn’t part of the Hague Convention, we continue the process through the U.S. Department of State and the embassy.
Apostille Services for Vital Records in Boston
Need a Massachusetts birth, marriage, or death certificate apostilled? We can retrieve official copies from:
Registry of Vital Records and Statistics in Dorchester
Boston City Hall or the appropriate town clerk’s office
We can also apostille documents mailed to us from out-of-state clients who were born or married in Massachusetts but live elsewhere.
Apostille FAQ – Boston Edition
Q: How long does the Boston SOS Apostille Office take to process documents?
A: Typical processing time is about 2 weeks, but with Colon Constable Services, same-day and expedited options are available.
Q: Can you pick up my documents from my home or office in Boston?
A: Yes! We offer mobile notary and courier document pickup services citywide.
Q: Can you help me if I live outside of Massachusetts?
A: Absolutely. We work with clients across the U.S. who need Massachusetts-origin documents apostilled.
Q: Can I walk into the SOS office myself?
A: While the public is allowed, many clients prefer to avoid the hassle. We know exactly what’s needed and eliminate errors and delays.
Trust Boston’s Local Apostille Experts
At Colon Constable Services, we’re proud to be Boston-based and Boston-trusted. We've helped hundreds of clients navigate the complex world of apostilles through the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Office.
From court documents to birth certificates to business filings, our team ensures your paperwork is processed quickly, accurately, and in full compliance with international standards.
Get Started with Apostille Services in Boston Today
Ready to get your documents apostilled the right way? Let Colon Constable Services handle the legwork so you can focus on your international plans.
Call us: 617-586-5482
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://colonconstableservices.com
Office deliveries to:
Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth
1 Ashburton Place, Room 1711
Boston, MA 02108