How is a notarized document authenticated for use overseas?
Most foreign countries insist that the notary’s signature be authenticated and, again, this can only be accomplished through the Secretary of State’s office. The act of authenticating the notarial officer’s signature on documents going overseas is called an “Apostille” or “certification.” You must let the individuals appearing before you know that they are responsible for sending their notarized document to the Secretary of State’s office along with the appropriate fee of $20.00. The Secretary of State prepares the authentication and will then mail it and the notarized document back to the sender.
