We've analyzed well over 50 apostille service providers to help you avoid scams and find reputable companies.
Many companies claim to be "national experts" or prominently feature addresses in major cities like New York, Los Angeles, or Sacramento, but actually operate from a single, remote location. This means your sensitive documents might be shipped across the country (or even internationally!) just to be mailed back to the state capital for processing. This multi-step mailing process adds significant time, risk, and often, hidden shipping costs that could be avoided.
How to Spot It:
Always ask: "Are you physically located in [State/City where your document was issued] and will my documents be processed *in person* by your staff at that state's Secretary of State office?"
A reputable local expert will be able to answer directly and transparently about their in-person filing process.
We've reviewed all major apostille service providers in the US market
Only a fraction of companies disclose pricing without requiring a quote
Common deceptive practices we identified across providers
We personally called or texted every single company on this list to make sure they were legitimate—real businesses with real phone numbers. Then we put each one to the test by asking three simple questions designed to trigger our Transparency Meter:
“We just received a new birth certificate from the state—how much is an apostille if we send it to you?”
“Are you located in the same state where you’ll be sending this document, or is it going state-to-state?”
(Always before 10 a.m.) “Can you get this apostilled so I can have it back by 6 p.m. tonight?”
The answers shocked us. What we uncovered was a fascinating glimpse into the underground world of Apostille Expediters—or as we came to call them, “Paper Pushers.”
We’re adding the results of this exhaustive research to our database and will continue updating it as we investigate more companies. We encourage you to check back often.
Here’s our first recommendation: if a company can’t answer these three questions in under 15 seconds—yes, including them asking you the basics like when you got the birth certificate or what state it’s from—move on to the next one.
We were stunned to find companies based in Pennsylvania claiming to be “Florida apostille specialists,” only to admit (after relentless questioning) that they simply mail the birth certificate to Tallahassee with a $10 check—exactly what you could do yourself. The only difference? Your document takes a detour to Philadelphia, then to Tallahassee, then back to Philadelphia, and only then to you.
It didn’t stop there. We found a company in Florida, one in Texas, and another in Indiana—all posting YouTube videos claiming to be “local specialists” for whatever county we happened to Google.
And here’s another red flag (besides the ones listed below): the best companies show up organically. They’re not the ones flooding Instagram ads or sneaking into every sponsored search result you see. If you have to dig to find them, they’re probably the real deal.
Companies that force you to call or fill out a form for pricing prevent easy comparison shopping and can pressure you into committing before fully understanding costs.
Warning: These providers are prone to adding hidden fees after you're committed.
Be wary of companies that list an attractive base price but then add significant "shipping and handling" or "processing" fees at checkout.
Reputable companies include these fees upfront or clearly break them down before checkout.
While legal in some states if properly disclosed, any company adding surcharges for standard credit card payments (especially if not clearly advertised) shows poor transparency.
Watch for vague "convenience fees" that only appear at payment.
If a business handling sensitive legal documents pushes cash wire services as payment, it's an EXTREMELY HIGH RISK red flag. [4] These methods offer no consumer protection. [4]
We found none advertising these, but beware if suggested during a call.
Many "Apostille Services [Location]" domains are generic and may be lead-generation sites. Missing Google My Business profiles can indicate less established or transparent operations. [1]
Always verify physical addresses and local presence. [1]
Consider review quality, not just star ratings. [2] Look for patterns in negatives ("lost documents," "charged more than quoted," "terrible communication").
A few 5-star reviews with many 1-star reviews often indicates problems.
Clear, upfront pricing without requiring a quote. Shipping and processing fees should be visible before checkout.
Credit cards with no surprise fees. [2] Avoid companies pushing wire transfers or cash payments. [2, 4]
Verifiable business address and Google My Business profile. Be cautious of P.O. boxes only.
Years in business with consistent positive reviews. Watch for recently created websites. [1]
Clear policies on document handling, tracking, and insurance. Never send originals unless required.
Multiple contact methods with prompt responses. Test their support before committing.
Below is our comprehensive analysis of all major apostille service providers. Click company names to visit their websites.
| Company Name | Website | Prices Posted? | Payment Methods | CC Fees? | Other Notes | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Apostille & Notary | apostillellc.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Based in Indiana, claims NY/CA expertise; documents mailed across states for processing. Topped the charts in pay-per-click and sponsored ads. | (4.8 / 60) |
| Apostille America | apostilleamerica.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 5) |
| Apostille Please | apostilleplease.com | No | Check , Money Order , Wire | N/A | Users must download/handwrite form and send with payment. BBB reports taking money & ghosting clients. [9] | - |
| Apostille US (A&M Logos) | apostille.us | No | Credit Card, PayPal, Zelle, Check , Wire | Not stated | Form required for quote | (4.9 / 417) |
| Apostille USA | apostille-usa.com | Yes | Credit Card, PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, Wire | No | S&H not shown until checkout | (4.9 / 200+) |
| Apostille 24/7 | apostille247.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Generic domain, possible lead gen | (4.9 / 24) |
| Apostille Agency | apostilleagency.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 16) |
| Apostille Authentication | apostilleauthentication.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 16) |
| Apostille Global | apostilleglobal.com | No | Credit Card, E-check , PayPal, Wire | Yes | "Convenience fee" for cards, encourages checks | (3.2 / 19) |
| Apostille International | apostilleint.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 30) |
| Apostille International | apostilleinternational.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Generic domain, no GMB | - |
| Apostille & Legalization | apostillelegalization.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 10) |
| Liberty Apostille | libertyapostille.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must call for pricing | (4.9 / 100) |
| Apostille & Notary Service | apostillenotaryservice.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 21) |
| Apostille Office | apostilleoffice.com | No | Credit cards | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 18) |
| Apostille Pros | apostillepros.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must email for quote | (4.9 / 244) |
| Apostille Service Center | apostilleservicecenter.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.7 / 3) |
| Apostille Service Express | apostilleserviceexpress.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.9 / 27) |
| Apostille Express | apostilleexpress.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Generic domain, no GMB | - |
| Apostille Service USA | apostilleserviceusa.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 193) |
| Apostille Services America | apostilleservicesamerica.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 5) |
| Apostille Services America Pro | apostilleservicesamericapro.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Generic domain, no GMB | - |
| Apostille Services California | apostilleservicescalifornia.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Generic domain, no GMB | - |
| Apostille Services Chicago | apostilleserviceschicago.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Generic domain, no GMB | - |
| Apostille Services Direct | apostilleservicesdirect.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 45) |
| Apostille Services Express USA | apostilleservicesexpressusa.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Generic domain, no GMB | - |
| Apostille Services Florida | apostilleservicesflorida.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Generic domain, no GMB | - |
| Apostille Services Group | apostilleservicesgroup.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.7 / 3) |
| Apostille Services Nationwide | apostilleservicesnationwide.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.9 / 20) |
| Apostille Services NYC | apostilleservicesnyc.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.9 / 16) |
| Apostille Services Online | apostilleservicesonline.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.9 / 42) |
| Apostille Services Plus | apostilleservicesplus.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 12) |
| Apostille Services Pro | apostilleservicespro.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 21) |
| Apostille Services US | apostilleservicesus.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.9 / 134) |
| Apostille Services Texas | apostilleservicestexas.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Generic domain, no GMB | - |
| Apostille Today | apostilletoday.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.9 / 100) |
| Apostille & Translation | apostilletranslation.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Translation prices listed, apostille requires quote | (4.9 / 8) |
| Apostille World | apostilleworld.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | "Get an Instant Quote" requires details | (4.8 / 11) |
| California Secretary of State | sos.ca.gov | Yes | Credit card, check, money order | No | Government office, fully transparent | (4.2 / 1000+) |
| Center City Notary & Apostille | centercitynotary.com | Yes | Credit Card | No | Transparent pricing, strong reviews | (4.9 / 258) |
| Cogency Global | cogencyglobal.com | No | Credit Card, Wire Transfer | Not stated | Requires contact for quote | (4.5 / 169) |
| Apostille Depot | apostilledepot.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.9 / 70) |
| DMV Mobile Notary & Apostille Courier | No website | No | Likely online payment | Likely | Reddit reports: accepted payment then disappeared. [6] | - |
| Express Apostille Services | expressapostilleservices.com | Yes | Credit card | No | $150 flat rate, no hidden fees. | (4.9 / 120) |
| Filing Documents, Inc. | filingdocuments.com | Yes | Credit Card, PayPal, Check | No | $179 first document, shipping extra | (4.8 / 241) |
| Flat Rate Translation | flatratetranslation.com | No | Credit Card, PayPal, Wire , Check | Not stated | Main business is translation | (4.7 / 107) |
| Florida Apostille Services | floridaapostilleservices.com | Yes | Credit Card, PayPal, Zelle, Venmo, Wire | No | Clear pricing, no hidden fees | (4.9 / 70) |
| Hollywood Notary | hollywoodnotary.net | Yes | Credit Card, Venmo, Zelle | No | Clear pricing for CA services | (4.9 / 185) |
| International Apostille | internationalapostille.com | No | Online payment | Not stated | Must fill out form for quote | (4.7 / 19) |
| Mahopac Apostilles | mahopacapostille.com | Yes | Credit Card, PayPal, Zelle, Venmo | No | Based in Mahopac, NY. (914) 462-9888. Transparent pricing, in-person service. | (5.0 / 62) |
| Monument Visa | monumentvisa.com | Yes | Credit Card | No | Transparent for FBI apostille | (4.5 / 64) |
| National Apostille, Inc. | nationalapostille.com | No | Zelle , Venmo , PayPal , Credit Card | Not stated | BBB complaints: non-delivery, no refunds. May push less secure payment methods. | (3.1 / 19) |
| New York Notary Public | ny-notary.com | Yes | Credit Card | No | Flat fees listed for NY services | (4.9 / 89) |
| Notary Public LA | notarypublicla.com | Yes | Credit Card | No | Clear pricing for CA services | (4.9 / 69) |
| NYC Apostille | nycapostille.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (5.0 / 10) |
| One Source Process | onesourceprocess.com | Yes | Credit card | No | $175+, shipping/fees noted | (4.8 / 350) |
| Rush In Documentation | rushindocumentation.com | Yes | Online Payment | No | Transparent for CA/Federal services | (4.9 / 100) |
| RushMyPassport | rushmypassport.com | No | Credit Card | Not stated | Requires selecting service for quote | (4.7 / 10K+) |
| SF Notary | sfnotary.com | Yes | Credit Card | No | $180 first doc, $90 additional. | (5.0 / 198) |
| Sunshine Notary | sunshinenotary.com | Yes | Credit Card, Venmo, Zelle, PayPal | No | $125-$250 depending on speed | (4.9 / 143) |
| Swift Apostille | swiftapostille.com | Yes | Credit Card | No | No hidden fees | (4.9 / 12) |
| TGM Global Apostille | tgmglobalapostille.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 30) |
| The Apostille Co | theapostilleco.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.9 / 40) |
| Travel Visa Pro | travelvisapro.com | No | Credit Card | Not stated | Large company but requires quote | (4.2 / 1.2K+) |
| US Authentication Services | usauthentication.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 65) |
| US Apostille | usapostille.com | Yes | Credit Card, PayPal | No | $149 per document, no hidden fees | (4.7 / 10) |
| US Apostille Inc. | usapostilleinc.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 49) |
| US Apostille Services | usapostilleservices.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 12) |
| US Legalization | uslegalization.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.8 / 147) |
| US Postal Apostille | usapostal.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (4.9 / 29) |
| White Plains Apostille | whiteplainsapostille.com | Yes | Credit Card, PayPal, Venmo, Zelle | No | Full transparency guarantee, based in White Plains, NY. | (4.9 / 150+) |
| Top Google Organic Results in Major US cities | ||||||
| New York, NY | ||||||
| U.S. Apostille | usapostille.com | Yes | Credit Card, PayPal | No | Multiple offices including NYC | (4.8 / 250) |
| White Plains Apostille | whiteplainsapostille.com | Yes | Credit Card, PayPal, Venmo, Zelle | No | Accepts all standard payments | (4.9 / 154) |
| Apostille.net | apostille.net | No | Not Listed | Not stated | Requires quote request | (5.0 / 150) |
| Los Angeles, CA | ||||||
| California Apostille Services | apostilla.com | Yes | Credit Card, Check, Money Order | Not Stated | Pay after service option. | (5.0 / 230) |
| US Legalization | uslegalization.com | Yes | Not listed | Not stated | Same-day processing available. | (4.8 / 147) |
| Globeia | globeia.com | Yes | Online Payment | Not stated | Starts at $185. | (4.9 / 105) |
| Chicago, IL | ||||||
| Express Apostille & Mobile Notary | expressapostilleservices.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Email for quote, highly reviewed. | (5.0 / 122) |
| Illinois Notary Pros | illinoisnotarypros.com | No | Not listed | Not stated | Hand-delivers to IL SoS office. | (5.0 / 130) |
| International Apostille | internationalapostille.com | No | Credit Card | Not stated | National company with Chicago office. | (3.8 / 39) |
| Houston, TX | ||||||
| Texas Apostille Service | texasapostilleservice.com | Yes | Credit Card, PayPal, Venmo | No | $99 + state fee for 1-2 day service. | (5.0 / 110) |
| Apostille Today | apostilletoday.com | No | Not Listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (5.0 / 30) |
| Houston Apostille Service | houstonapostilles.com | No | Not Listed | Not stated | Must contact for quote | (3.6 / 5) |
| Phoenix, AZ | ||||||
| AZ Roving Notary | azrovnanotary.com | Yes | Not listed | Not stated | Prices listed for various services. | (5.0 / 58) |
| Globeia | globeia.com | Yes | Online Payment | Not stated | Starts at $185. | (4.9 / 105) |
| iPride Notary | ipridenotary.com | Yes | Not listed | Not stated | Prices from $270. | (5.0 / 25) |
Green Highlight
Indicates a company with transparent pricing and good overall practices.
Red Highlight
Indicates a company with potential red flags (e.g., hidden fees, obscure payment methods).
Pulsing Red Highlight
Indicates a company with significant reported issues or highly suspicious practices.
Yellow Highlight
Indicates a company engaged in deceptive "remote expert" practices.
Rating
Google Review star rating and total number of reviews (e.g., 4.9 / 123).
Company Name in Bold
Companies with 4.8+ stars and a substantial number of reviews.
Payment Warning
Indicates companies that accept or encourage less secure payment methods like wire transfers or checks.
Local Specialist (NY)
Verified companies with a physical presence and in-person filing in New York.
Local Specialist (CA)
Verified companies with a physical presence and in-person filing in California.
Local Specialist (General)
Verified companies with a strong local presence in their operating state.
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