Apostille Services in St. Louis, Missouri
Apostille support is handled with care and attention to detail.
First Choice Notary Svcs. provides apostille support for a wide range of document types, including birth certificates, marriage certificates, powers of attorney, school records, and court documents.
International document work often leaves little room for error. That is why I take a careful, hands-on approach to the process. Documents are reviewed before submission to help catch issues early, reduce delays, and keep everything moving as smoothly as possible.
Fast, reliable apostille certification for legal, educational, and personal documents.
What Is an Apostille? (And Do You Need One?)
An apostille authenticates the signature and authority of the official who signed a public document for use in another Apostille Convention country. The correct process depends on: Where the document was issued Where the document will be used The type of document involved Documents intended for countries outside the Apostille Convention may require a different process known as authentication and legalization. Not sure which process applies? First Choice Notary Svcs. will review your document details and identify the appropriate authentication process before providing a quote. Button: Request an Apostille Review
Personal & Family Documents
Education & Professional Credentials
High school diplomas
College degrees & transcripts
Professional certifications
Licenses (medical, legal, nursing, etc.)
Teacher certifications
Legal & Financial Documents
Powers of attorney
Living wills & healthcare directives
Trust documents
Court orders & judgments
IRS tax documents & federal records
Commercial permits & corporate documents
International & Immigration
Consular documents
Passport applications
Visa sponsorship letters
Employment authorization letters
I-9 verification documents
Documents We Apostille:
Birth certificatesMarriage Licenses & divorce decreesDeath certificatesAdoption papersCustody agreementsAffidavits & declarations
Apostille Timelines
Standard Processing (5-7 Business Days)
Expedited Processing (2-3 Business Days)
Rush/Same-Day Service (24 Hours, submitted before noon)
Note: All pricing includes notarization (if required). Government apostille fee from the Missouri Secretary of State ($10) is additional. We provide a complete quote before you proceed.
Why Choose First Choice for Your Apostilles?
✓ Expert Knowledge. Former Deputy Chief Privacy Officer background means we understand document authenticity, legal requirements, and compliance standards at a level most notaries don't.
✓ Mobile & Flexible. We come to your office, home, or preferred location. No waiting in government offices.
✓ Same-Day Options Available. Urgent timeline? Rush processing gets your documents authenticated in 24 hours.
✓ International Experience. We handle apostilles for 120+ countries and understand destination-specific requirements.
✓ Direct Submission. We handle the entire submission process — you don't have to visit the Secretary of State office.
✓ Peace of Mind. You get a professional, certified document that meets international standards. No rejections. No delays.
Personal service. Direct communication. Careful handling.
Important documents require more than speed. They require attention to detail, follow-through, and clear communication.
At First Choice Notary Svcs., I provide Missouri-based support for clients who want a more direct and dependable experience. I stay involved throughout the process, keep communication clear, and handle each matter with care from start to finish. You work directly with the person responsible for your file, so you are not left guessing about next steps.
Our Apostille Process
Step 1: Document Verification
You provide your documents and destination country. We verify:
Document authenticity and legitimacy
Whether an apostille is actually required (not all documents need one)
What additional steps may be necessary (notarization, translation, etc)
Step 2: Submission to the Missouri Secretary of State
We submit your documents to the Missouri Secretary of State's office for apostille certification. The apostille is then affixed to your original document or issued as a separate certificate.
Step 3: Quality Check & Delivery
We verify the apostille meets all Hague Convention standards, then deliver your authenticated documents to you or directly to your destination (schools, government offices, employers, etc.)
Translation Coordination
Need your apostille translated?
Many countries require not just an apostille, but also a certified translation of your document. First Choice coordinates with an-approved translation partner to handle both services seamlessly.
How It Works
You provide your document (English original)
We apostille it first
We coordinate with our translation partner for certified translation
Both services are handled on the same timeline
You receive both the apostilled original AND the certified translation
Translation Pricing
Translation fees depend on:
Document length (per page)
Language pair (English to which language?)
Complexity (technical terms, legal language, etc.)
Our coordination fee: +$50 (we manage the handoff, track progress, and ensure quality)
Translation service fee: Quote from certified translator (typically $25-75 per page, depending on language and complexity)
Why This Matters
If your document is going to a non-English speaking country, many institutions require BOTH:
The apostille (certifies the document is authentic)
A certified translation (certifies the translation is accurate)
Getting both from separate providers can slow you down. We coordinate so everything happens together.
Example
You need your power of attorney apostilled AND translated into Spanish for Mexico.
Apostille service: $225
Mobile pickup/delivery: +$50
Translation coordination: +$50
Certified Spanish translation (2 pages): ~$50-100 (from translator)
Total: ~$375-425 (all services coordinated, delivered together)
Without coordination, you'd wait for an apostille, then hunt for a translator, then wait for the translation. With us, it's one process.