Apostille Services - Arizona Document Authentication for International Use

Need a document apostilled for international use? Hazelnut Notary Services manages the entire apostille process on your behalf — from reviewing your documents and preparing your submission through mailing to the correct state authority and returning your apostilled documents to you.

We process apostilles for documents issued in Arizona and all 50 states. Whether you are in San Tan Valley, across the country, living abroad, or getting ready to serve a mission, we handle the paperwork so you don't have to navigate each state's different requirements, fees, and submission rules alone.

An apostille is an official certificate that verifies the authenticity of a public document for use in countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. If you are sending a birth certificate, marriage certificate, power of attorney, or other legal document to a foreign country, the receiving institution will almost certainly require an apostille before accepting it.

Does Your Document Need to Be Notarized First?

Not always. Vital records — birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage certificates — issued by a state vital records office are already certified documents and can go directly to the Secretary of State for apostille processing.

Personal and legal documents such as powers of attorney, affidavits, authorization letters, and business documents typically must be notarized before they can be apostilled. If your document was issued in another state and requires notarization first, we can complete that step via our Remote Online Notarization (RON) service — regardless of where you are located in the United States.

Not sure whether your document needs notarization first? Contact us for a free document review before you book.

Our Apostille Services -Standard & Urgent

Arizona Apostille - 24-Hour Processing
$350 first document · $100 each additional document
Processing time: 24 hours from receipt of your documents
Our fastest Arizona service. Once your original documents are received, we personally deliver them to the Arizona Secretary of State's office in Phoenix for expedited processing — guaranteed within 24 hours of receipt. Completed documents are returned to you separately and at a time that works for both parties.

Arizona Apostille - Urgent 7-Day
$250 first document · $100 each additional document
Processing time: approximately 7 business days from receipt of your documents
We personally deliver your documents to the Arizona Secretary of State's office in Phoenix for in-person expedited processing. Ideal for visa appointments, travel deadlines, and closing dates. Processing time begins once we receive your original documents. Completed documents are returned to you separately and at a time that works for both parties.

Arizona Apostille - Standard
$125 first document · $100 each additional document
Processing time: approximately 3–4 weeks from receipt of your documents
Your documents are prepared and submitted to the Arizona Secretary of State by mail for processing. Processing time begins once we receive your original documents. Completed documents are returned to you separately and at a time that works for both parties.

Out-of-State Apostille - Mail-In Service
$150 first document · $100 each additional document
Processing time: 4–8 weeks from receipt of your documents depending on the issuing state
For documents issued outside Arizona, we manage the entire submission to the correct Secretary of State or issuing authority in the state where your document originated. State government fees are included in our service fee. Processing time begins once we receive your original documents and does not include return shipping time. This service is available to clients nationwide and is completed entirely by mail.

Documents from

Other States

One of the most common misconceptions about apostilles is that you must use the Secretary of State in the state where the document was created. That is true for vital records like birth and marriage certificates — those must be apostilled by the issuing state. But for notarized documents such as powers of attorney, affidavits, and legal agreements, the apostille goes through whichever state's notary performed the notarization.

This means that if you have a document that needs to be notarized and apostilled, we can notarize it via our remote online notary (RON) service — regardless of where you are located — and then process the apostille through the Arizona Secretary of State. You never need to leave your home, and you get the benefit of our 24-hour processing option if your timeline requires it.

Because every document is different, we do not offer online booking for this service. Instead, please complete the Apostille Service Request form below with your document details, destination country, and timeline. Your inquiry is free and there is no obligation — Robyn will review your information and follow up with a full quote, walk you through the process, and answer any questions before moving forward.

How It Works

1. Fill out the contact form below
Complete the apostille request form at the bottom of this page. Tell us what document you need apostilled, which state issued it, the destination country, and your timeline. The more detail you provide, the faster we can confirm eligibility and get started.

2. Free document review
We review a scan of your document at no charge to confirm it is eligible, identify whether notarization is needed first, and advise on the correct submitting authority. We will follow up within one business day.

3. Ship your originals to us
Once your quote has been accepted and your deposit received, send your original documents via USPS Priority, FedEx, or UPS. Original documents are required - photocopies are not accepted by any Secretary of State. We will provide our shipping address and complete instructions at the time of deposit confirmation.

4. We submit on your behalf
Your documents are prepared and submitted to the correct authority - Arizona Secretary of State, your home state's office - using the service level you selected.

5. Your apostilled documents are returned to you
Once processing is complete, your apostilled documents are returned through the method discussed and agreed upon during the quote process.

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Hazelnut Notary Services

Apostille Service
Request

Whether you are in San Tan Valley, across the country, living abroad, or preparing to serve a mission internationally — complete the form below and we'll review your documents within one business day at no charge before you ship anything.

24-Hour: $350 first · $100 add'l
Urgent 7-Day: $250 first · $100 add'l
Standard: $125 first · $100 add'l
Out-of-State: $150 first · $100 add'l
(480) 205-5593 · hazelnutnotary.com
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Your Contact Information

For follow-up and document return

Please enter your first name.
Please enter your last name.
Please enter a valid email address.
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We'll use this address to return your completed documents. Please enter your mailing address.
For out-of-state documents, we submit to the correct Secretary of State or issuing authority in the state where your document originated.
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Document Details

Tell us about what you need apostilled

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Only original documents or certified copies bearing an official raised seal are accepted. Photocopies and hospital-issued birth certificates cannot be apostilled.
Please select at least one document type. Background checks accepted for apostille include police clearance letters and sheriff or local law enforcement clearances. FBI background checks require federal processing — contact us and we will advise on the correct path for your document.
Need more than one document apostilled? Click below to add details for each one.
Standard: $125 first · $100 each add'l  |  Urgent: $250 first · $100 each add'l Please enter the number of documents.
Select all that apply — e.g. if submitting both a birth certificate and a notarized power of attorney, select both Vital Record and AZ Notary. Please select at least one option.
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Add-On Services

Additional services available with your apostille package

Visa photos and fingerprinting can be arranged as part of your apostille package. Pricing for add-on services will be included in your quote.
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Destination & Service

Determines the correct process and timeline

All listed countries are Hague Convention members — an apostille is accepted. If your country is not listed, additional legalization steps may be required and we'll advise you. Please select a destination country.
Please select the purpose.
24-Hour and Urgent 7-Day services include in-person delivery to the AZ Secretary of State in Phoenix. Out-of-state documents may require a RON notarization session. Return shipping and method discussed during quote process. Please select a service level.
Return of completed documents is arranged during the quote process. Method and any associated shipping fees will be confirmed at that time. Please select your location.
Estimated Total
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Select your service level and number of documents above to see your estimate.

We'll review your request and follow up within one business day to confirm eligibility and next steps.
Please do not mail original documents until you hear from us.