Who Needs Apostille Services? Top 10 Industries That Rely on Apostilles in Massachusetts
By Colon Constable Services | Trusted Apostille & Mobile Notary Provider in Boston, MA
When your documents need to be accepted overseas, they often must be authenticated with an apostille. This international certificate, issued by the Secretary of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, verifies that your notary or public official’s signature is legally recognized. It’s a requirement in over 120 countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention of 1961.
At Colon Constable Services, we’ve helped thousands of clients—from law firms and hospitals to individuals and corporations—get their documents apostilled quickly, accurately, and legally. Whether you're in Boston, Cambridge, Brookline, or beyond, we offer mobile notary, apostille processing, and document legalization for Hague and non-Hague countries alike.
1. International Businesses & Corporations
Companies expanding globally often need documents certified for international use, such as:
Articles of Incorporation
Certificates of Good Standing
Board Resolutions
Powers of Attorney
Business Contracts
Foreign governments or partners won’t recognize your U.S. documents without proper apostille. We help you meet international business requirements efficiently, even for same-day or urgent filings.
2. Law Firms & Legal Professionals
Attorneys and legal teams regularly turn to us for apostille support in:
International adoption
Immigration
Probate or inheritance cases
Cross-border litigation
We apostille:
Court judgments
Divorce decrees
Notarized affidavits
Death certificates
Wills & powers of attorney
3. Colleges & Universities
We help alumni and institutions apostille:
Transcripts
Diplomas
Enrollment Verification Letters
Certificates of Attendance
Graduates applying to jobs or schools abroad often need their U.S. academic documents apostilled. We assist students from Harvard, Boston College, BU, MIT, and more.
4. Healthcare Providers & Credentialing Agencies
Doctors, nurses, and medical professionals working abroad need to verify:
Medical degrees
Physician licenses
Residency verification
Immunization records
We support hospitals and recruiters ensuring legal recognition of credentials.
5. Real Estate & Title Companies
Transactions involving international parties require:
Deeds
Title documents
Mortgages
Powers of Attorney
We help title companies avoid delays with fast, in-person filing.
6. Immigration Agencies & Consultants
We work with immigration professionals to apostille:
Birth & marriage certificates
FBI background checks
Affidavits of support
Divorce decrees
Notarized translations
We assist with both Hague and non-Hague country documentation.
7. International Adoption Agencies
We apostille:
Home studies
Agency certifications
Parental agreements
Foreign court documents
Financial statements
We support adoptions in Colombia, Dominican Republic, India, and beyond.
8. Educational Credential Evaluation Services
For credential evaluations, we apostille:
Degrees
Transcripts
Professional licenses
Notarized translations
Ensuring acceptance by WES, ECE, and other global evaluators.
9. Financial Institutions & Banks
We apostille documents for:
Inheritance claims abroad
POAs for foreign bank accounts
Authorization letters
Estate legalizations
Working with estate attorneys, banks, and family offices.
10. U.S. Citizens Living or Working Abroad
Individuals often need apostilles for:
Social Security letters
IRS Form 6166
Passport/visa renewals
Background checks
Birth/marriage certificates
We handle notarization, review, and submission in one visit.
Understanding the Massachusetts Apostille Process
Step 1: Document Review & Notarization (if needed)
We check if your document is eligible. If it needs notarization, we come to you.
Step 2: Preparing the Apostille Request
We complete the Massachusetts Apostille Form with accuracy.
Step 3: Hand Delivery to the Secretary of the Commonwealth
We submit documents in person to ensure expedited processing.
Step 4: Return Delivery
We return your documents via FedEx, USPS, or in person.
Real-World Examples
Case 1: Startup Expanding to Spain
We apostilled articles, board resolutions, and POA within 48 hours.
Case 2: Graduate Working in Dubai
Diploma and transcripts apostilled within 72 hours.
Case 3: Estate in Italy
Will, affidavit, and death certificate apostilled and translated.
Case 4: Adoption from Colombia
Full document packet apostilled for intercountry adoption.
Common Apostille Mistakes We Help You Avoid
Submitting uncertified copies
Missing notarial language
Choosing the wrong country process
Delays from mail-in processing
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take?
24–72 hours with our in-person service. Mail can take weeks.
Can you apostille out-of-state documents?
We can coordinate but Massachusetts only processes its own documents.
What if the destination country isn’t in the Hague Convention?
We handle the full legalization process including embassy steps.
Do you retrieve vital records?
Yes. We get certified copies from city or state offices.
Who We Work With
Immigration attorneys
Seaport business own
Contact Us Today
Colon Constable Services
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 617-586-5482
Website: www.colonconstableservices.com
Serving Boston, Cambridge, Brookline, Newton, Quincy, Somerville, Chelsea, Dorchester, and all of Massachusetts.
Your trusted partner for Apostille, Notary, and Civil Process Services in Massachusetts.