Your Complete Guide to Obtaining Transcripts and Securing an Apostille: Step by Step !
1. Identify the Need for Apostille:
- Determine if you need an apostille for educational documents. This is typically required for educational, professional, or legal purposes overseas.
2. Requesting Transcripts with Notarization:
- For educational documents, please contact the school, college or university that you attended to obtain an official copy of your documents.
- Specify the format required (sealed for apostille purposes).
- The document must be certified by an official at the educational institution stating that the document is an official record or a true copy of the original document. The official’s signature on the certification must be notarized by a notary public.
- Note: to request an official copy of your transcript/degree, some schools offer online portals for alumni to request documents.
3. State Certification: (check to see if this applies to your State).
- Notarized documents must be certified by the County Clerk of the County where the notary is certified to notarize.
- Submit the notarized transcript to the appropriate office, along with any required forms and fees.
4. Obtaining Apostille:
- Once state certification is complete, apply for an apostille from the Secretary of State's office. This certifies the document for international use under The Hague Apostille Convention.
- Fill out the application form, pay the necessary fee, and submit it along with the state-certified document.
5. Using the Apostille Transcripts:
- After obtaining the apostille, your transcripts are now ready for use in foreign countries that recognize The Hague Apostille Convention. Ensure all procedures are completed in accordance with the requirements of the country where the document will be used.
6. Additional Considerations:
- Processing times and costs can vary by state, so it's essential to check specific requirements.
- Always verify the exact requirements and procedures with the Department of State and foreign authorities where the transcripts will be submitted.
Following these steps should help you obtain and apostille educational documents transcripts efficiently for Italy. Always check for any updated procedures or additional steps required by a specific state or country.
