Apostille Packet

1. What the Packet Is

The Apostille Packet provides the official form needed to request an Apostille from the California Secretary of State. This packet is used when you need to authenticate a document—such as a birth certificate, marriage certificate, school record, notarized letter, or power of attorney—for use in another country that is part of the Hague Convention.

2. What’s Included

This packet includes:

• California Apostille Request Form (Secretary of State)

(No instructions or guidance are included. All assistance is provided in person at LDHC.)

3. How It Works

• Purchase the packet online

• Log into your website account to download the form

• Print the form

• Bring it to our office if you want help completing it

4. What You Should Prepare

• Original document (certified copy if a vital record)

• Notarized document (if required)

• Valid identification

• Payment for the Secretary of State

• Prepaid return envelope (for mail submissions)

5. Why Choose Us

• Official state form included

• Easy digital download

• Support available in person

• English & Spanish help

• No attorney required