North Carolina Apostille Services | Document Review, Submission, and Delivery

Need to use your North Carolina documents abroad? Whether you're applying for a visa, studying overseas, or accepting an international job offer, obtaining an apostille is a mandatory step. The North Carolina Secretary of State is the official authority for apostille certifications in the state and provides detailed instructions on its website. Even so, many applications face delays due to missing certifications, incorrect notarization, or documents submitted to the wrong authority.

At Globeia, we simplify the entire process. Our seamless USA Apostille service ensures your vital records, educational certificates, and other US state documents are properly authenticated for international use, efficiently and without complications.

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Turnaround Time

5-7 days

Globeia’s Affordable Prices

Normal Apostille: Starts at $195 USD

* Turnaround times are estimates and may vary in cases of high workload or backlogs. The mentioned duration reflects processing time only.
** Apostille pricing applies only to Hague Convention countries and to the Apostille service itself. Other processes may have different or higher fees, as requirements vary.

How to Prepare Your Documents for North Carolina Apostille

Documents issued by North Carolina state agencies must have been certified after April 1, 2000, to be eligible for apostille through the North Carolina Secretary of State.

If your document is in a language other than English, obtain a certified or notarized English translation.

Ensure that your documents are original, or if notarization is required, they are correctly notarized.

Birth certificates, marriage certificates, and other vital records must be obtained directly from the North Carolina Vital Records Office or your local Register of Deeds. Each document must carry the official stamp and authorized signature.

School records, including diplomas or transcripts, must be signed and approved by the school register

Educational or business-related documents must be notarized by a commissioned North Carolina notary public, with all required details correctly recorded, including date, time, venue, and notary signature.

If you are submitting a copy of the original document, include a notarized affidavit explicitly stating that it is a true and accurate copy of the original.

Apply for Globeia’s Apostille Services in North Carolina, USA

1. Apply and Enter Your Information: Visit Globeia's portal and complete the apostille application. You will be asked to provide your current country of residence, destination country, personal details, mailing address, and any other required information.

2. Upload Your Documents: Upload your North Carolina documents along with any required notarization or certification. Globeia's team will carefully review your submission before proceeding to ensure everything is in order.

3. Make Payment and Send Your Documents: Complete the applicable payment through the portal. If your application requires original physical documents, Globeia's team will confirm this, and you can then mail your originals directly to our office.

4. Track Your Application: Log in to Globeia's portal at any time to check the real-time status of your North Carolina apostille request. You will be able to see the exact status of your application.

5. Receive Your Apostilled Documents: Once your North Carolina apostille has been processed, you can receive your completed documents either digitally through the portal or by physical mail. Additional charges apply for mailing.

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Steps to Apply for Globeia’s Apostille Services in North Carolina, USA

Apply and Enter Your Information

Upload Your Documents

Make Payment and Send Your Documents

Track Your Application

Receive Your Apostilled Documents

Frequently
Asked Questions

Where to get an apostille in North Carolina?

Apostilles in North Carolina are issued by the North Carolina Secretary of State's office. This is the only authority authorized to affix apostille stamps and issue certifications for your documents.

How to apostille a birth certificate in North Carolina?

First, make sure you have a certified copy of your birth certificate, obtained directly from the North Carolina Vital Records Office or your local Register of Deeds, and it must carry an official stamp and authorized signature. Once you have that, we can submit it to the North Carolina Secretary of State for apostille on your behalf.

I need an apostille for a job abroad but only have a photocopy of my birth certificate. Is that okay?

No, photocopies aren't apostillable on their own. You'll need to obtain a certified copy of your birth certificate directly from the North Carolina Vital Records Office or your local Register of Deeds. Only an official certified copy can be submitted for apostille.

I got married in a different state but now live in North Carolina. Can I get my marriage certificate apostilled here?

No. Apostilles must be issued by the state that issued the original document. If your marriage certificate was issued in, for example, Georgia, you'd need to apply for the apostille through the Georgia Secretary of State, not North Carolina's.

I have a power of attorney that was notarized in North Carolina. Does that qualify for apostille?

Yes. Notarized documents, including powers of attorney, affidavits, wills, and bank letters, are apostillable in North Carolina, provided the notarization is complete and properly executed by a commissioned NC notary public.

My document is in Spanish. Does it need to be translated before getting an apostille in NC?

Yes. If your document is not in English, a certified or notarized English translation is required before the apostille process can proceed. We offer certified translations in 50+ languages. Reach out today!

I'm not sure if my document needs to be notarized first. How do I find out?

It depends on the document type. Vital records (birth, marriage, death certificates) from official NC agencies don't need additional notarization. But educational records, business documents, and personal documents usually do require notarization before apostille. If you're still unsure, submit through our portal and our team will review before proceeding.

I sent my documents to the Secretary of State directly and they were returned without explanation. What went wrong?

This is very common. The Secretary of State's office may return documents if they don't meet specific requirements, and the reason isn't always clearly explained. Common issues include incomplete notarization, missing certifications, documents issued by the wrong authority, or documents that don't qualify for apostille processing. Globeia’s team reviews for all of these factors before submission, which is exactly why using a service helps avoid this frustrating cycle.

I need to apostille a document for my elderly parents. Can I apply on their behalf?

Yes. You can submit an application and send in documents on someone else's behalf. You may need to include a cover letter explaining the situation. The apostille will be attached to their document regardless of who submits the application.

Can the NC Secretary of State apostille my FBI Background Check report?

No. The North Carolina Secretary of State can only apostille documents issued within North Carolina. Since an FBI background check is a federal document, it cannot be apostilled at the state level. These requests must go through the US Department of State in Washington, D.C., which is the only authority responsible for authenticating federal documents for international use.