Apostille Services in Massachusetts – Trusted Experts at Colon Constable Services
If you're planning to live, work, study, or conduct business internationally, your documents must be legally recognized in the country you're headed to. For many U.S. citizens and residents, this means obtaining an apostille—an internationally accepted certification that verifies the authenticity of your documents.
At Colon Constable Services, we specialize in apostille services in Massachusetts, making this process easy, fast, and fully compliant with international regulations. Whether you're located in Boston, Cambridge, Worcester, Springfield, or the surrounding towns, we can assist you every step of the way.
What is an Apostille?
An apostille is a form of authentication issued by a government agency that verifies the legitimacy of a document. It is used when you need to present documents in a country that is part of the Hague Convention of 1961. An apostille proves that your document is genuine without the need for further certification from a consulate or embassy.
Common documents that need apostille services include:
Birth, marriage, and death certificates
University diplomas, transcripts, and degrees
Power of attorney documents
FBI background checks
Corporate documents like Articles of Incorporation
Legal decisions or court-issued documents
Apostille Services We Offer in Massachusetts
Colon Constable Services offers a complete range of apostille and authentication services to meet the needs of individuals, families, law firms, educational institutions, and corporate clients. Our services include:
Document retrieval from Massachusetts government agencies (e.g., Registry of Vital Records and Statistics)
Notarization of documents as required
Apostille processing through the Massachusetts Secretary of the Commonwealth
Authentication for non-Hague countries via the U.S. Department of State and relevant embassies
Mobile notary services to assist busy professionals and families
Nationwide apostille coordination for documents originating in other states
Apostille vs. Authentication – What’s the Difference?
Not all countries accept apostilles. If your destination country is not part of the Hague Convention, your documents will require authentication, which is a more complex multi-step process. We help with both processes:
Hague Countries: We submit your documents for apostille through the Massachusetts Secretary of State.
Non-Hague Countries: We facilitate authentication through the U.S. Department of State and obtain legalization through the foreign embassy.
Our experts handle both workflows, giving you peace of mind that your documents are processed correctly the first time.
Apostille Service Areas – Serving All of Massachusetts
We proudly serve clients across Massachusetts, including:
Greater Boston Area: Boston, Brookline, Newton, Quincy, Cambridge, Somerville, Medford
North Shore: Salem, Peabody, Lynn, Beverly
South Shore: Braintree, Hingham, Plymouth
MetroWest: Framingham, Natick, Marlborough, Waltham
Western MA: Springfield, Northampton, Amherst
Cape Cod & Islands: Barnstable, Hyannis, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket
No matter where you’re located, we offer mobile notary and remote consultation services to make apostille processing easier than ever.
Secretary of State Apostille Process – Step by Step
Here’s how Colon Constable Services simplifies the apostille process:
1. Free Consultation: We review your documents and confirm if they qualify for apostille or need additional certification.
2. Document Collection: You can drop off, mail, or request mobile pickup of your documents.
3. Notarization (if needed): Our mobile notaries come to your location if your document must be notarized.
4. Submission for Apostille: We deliver your documents in person or by courier to the Secretary of the Commonwealth in Boston.
5. Fast Turnaround: Depending on your needs, we offer standard and expedited apostille services.
6. Delivery: Apostilled documents are returned to you by mail, courier, or in-person handoff.
Apostille for Educational Documents
Students and graduates from Massachusetts colleges and universities often require apostilles for:
Study abroad
International employment
Graduate school overseas
We’ve helped clients from:
Harvard University
Boston University
Northeastern University
MIT
Boston College
UMass Amherst & Boston
Lesley University
Suffolk University
From diplomas to transcripts and letters of enrollment, we’ll guide you through preparing and apostilling your educational records.
Apostille for Vital Records
We assist in retrieving certified copies of:
Massachusetts Birth Certificates
Marriage Certificates
Death Certificates
Whether your record is filed in Boston, Springfield, Worcester, Fall River, or a small town, our team will handle all the steps from retrieval to apostille certification.
Apostille for Legal and Corporate Documents
If you're expanding internationally or participating in a foreign legal proceeding, we can apostille:
Powers of attorney
Business agreements
Patents and trademarks
Articles of Incorporation
Legal rulings or divorce decrees
Our document security protocols ensure sensitive materials are handled with the highest confidentiality and professionalism.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How long does it take to get an apostille in Massachusetts?
A: Standard processing takes 4–7 business days, but we offer same-day or next-day expedited services for eligible documents.
Q: Can I get an apostille without visiting your office?
A: Yes! We offer mobile notary and document pickup, as well as mail-in apostille service options.
Q: What if my documents are from outside Massachusetts?
A: We can coordinate nationwide apostille services. Just tell us the state of origin and we’ll handle the rest.
Q: How do I know if I need an apostille or authentication?
A: Contact us for a free consultation. We’ll verify if your destination country is part of the Hague Convention and guide you accordingly.
Why Choose Colon Constable Services?

Licensed and Experienced: With decades of experience, we are a trusted provider of apostille services across Massachusetts.
Local Expertise: We understand the inner workings of Massachusetts government agencies and can retrieve or process documents quickly.
Mobile and Mail-in Options: Busy schedule? Not in Boston? No problem—we come to you or handle everything remotely.
Bilingual Staff: Assistance available in English and Spanish for international clients and immigrant families.
Secure and Professional: Your sensitive documents are handled with care, discretion, and professionalism.
Contact Us Today for Apostille Services in Massachusetts
Don’t risk delays or costly rejections. Let the professionals at Colon Constable Services take care of your apostille and authentication needs with precision and speed.
Call: 617-586-5482

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://colonconstableservices.com
At Colon Constable Services, we believe apostille processing should be simple, efficient, and secure. From Boston to the Berkshires, we are proud to be Massachusetts’s reliable apostille provider. Whether you're a student, immigrant, business owner, or legal professional—we’re here to serve you.
Let us help you take the next step internationally, starting with the right certification. Contact us today.