What Is an Apostille? A Simple Guide for International Documents
Alisha Francis • April 10, 2025
Need an apostille in Virginia? ANF Signings offers local and remote apostille services in Fredericksburg, VA—available in-office, by mobile appointment, or online.
Introduction:
If you’re preparing documents for international use, chances are you’ve been told you need an
apostille. It’s a special certification that confirms your documents are legally recognized abroad. At
ANF Signings, we help clients in
Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, Stafford, and
worldwide get their documents properly notarized and apostilled—in person or online.
What Is an Apostille?
An apostille certifies a document’s authenticity for use in countries part of the Hague Apostille Convention. You might need one for:
- Birth or marriage certificates
- School transcripts or diplomas
- Powers of attorney or legal agreements
- International adoptions or business transactions
We Handle the Hard Part:
- Notarization (in-office, mobile, or remote online)
- Apostille processing via the Virginia Secretary of the Commonwealth
- Secure delivery back to you or your recipient—anywhere in the world
Call to Action:
Let ANF Signings streamline the apostille process. Whether you’re in
Fredericksburg or abroad,
schedule your service today—online, in-person, or at your location.
ANF Signings LLC offers fast, compliant process serving with timely delivery, proof of service, and reliable support for legal documents.
ANF Signings LLC offers fast, reliable Apostille services with expert guidance and courier options for secure international document authentication.
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