When Arkansas documents are used internationally, a certified copy alone may not be enough. An apostille verifies the signatures and seals on your paperwork, allowing it to be recognized in countries that follow the 1961 Hague Apostille Convention.
The Arkansas Secretary of State’s apostille office processes eligible documents issued in the state, notarized by an Arkansas notary public, or provided as certified copies of official records. If the receiving country does not participate in the Hague Convention, your paperwork may require Arkansas authentication for non-Hague countries instead, followed by additional legalization through the appropriate embassy or consulate.
