Legalizing your documents in the Virgin Islands is a breeze with our expert apostille services. Our knowledgeable team is well-versed in the specific requirements of the Virgin Islands, ensuring your documents are authenticated accurately and promptly. Trust us to handle the apostille process, so you can navigate the international arena with confidence.
Original Documents
- An apostille of the original document is acceptable.
- Appropriate signature is provided.
- Original document was recently issued.
- Destination country accepts apostilles ONLY of the original document.
- You understand an apostille of the original takes anywhere from 5-10 business days.
You will need to make sure of the following
- The Virgin Islands Secretary of Commonwealth located in Richmond apostilles public and private documents if the following applies:
- Virgin Islands documents were issued by one of the following:
- Virgin Islands government office issued original or certified copies of original documents that hold record are acceptable Documents notarized by a Virgin Islands Notary Public
- Reminders
Public documents CANNOT be certified by notaries.
Scanned Photocopy of Original Document
- Appropriate signature is NOT provided.
- Original document is damaged.
- Original document was issued over 10 years ago.
- Destination country ACCEPTS apostilles of the scanned photocopy of the original document; most countries do accept an apostille of the scanned photocopy.
- You need the apostille within 24 hours.
You will need to make sure of the following:
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Reminders:
- Because the notary and the apostille are required to be issued from the same state, the scanned photocopy of the original document that you provide will be notarized and apostilled in New York.
- Birth Certificate – must be a certified copy from Vital Records.
- Corporate Documents – must be a certified copy from the Department of Commerce (emailed/printed copies from commerce will not be accepted)