Apostille for France
Apostille for France – What You Need to Know

If you need to use a U.S. document in France, it must be certified with an Apostille. France is a member of the Hague Convention, which means it accepts the Apostille as the official method for legalizing documents for international use.
An Apostille certifies the authenticity of a state notary’s or county official’s signature. Once apostilled, your U.S. document is legally valid for use in Spain without requiring any further legalization from the France Embassy or Consulate.
✅ What Is an Apostille?
An apostille is a form of authentication issued by a Secretary of State or the U.S. Department of State. Once a document receives an apostille, it is legally valid for use in France without additional embassy or consular legalization.
📌 How Do I Get a French Apostille?
We make the process easy for you. Simply call us to get started:
📞 Toll-Free: 1-877-721-7678
🕒 Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM EST
Tell our representative you need an apostille for France, and we’ll guide you through the order and payment process.
📄 Documents We Apostille for France
Common U.S. Documents Apostilled for Use in France
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Academic Diplomas and Transcripts
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Power of Attorney
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Single Status Declarations
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Adoption Documents
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Corporate and Business Documents
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Wills and Legal Affidavits
If your destination country were not a member of the Hague Convention, you’d need a more complex Authentication process. But for France, the Apostille alone is sufficient.
Let us handle the process from start to finish—quick, accurate, and professional. Contact us today to get started!
Federal & Government-Issued Documents:
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FBI Apostille
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U.S. Department of State & Justice Documents
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FDA, USDA, and EPA Certificates
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Certificate of Foreign Government (HHS)
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USPTO Patent and Trademark Documents
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Consular Report of Birth Abroad
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IRS Form 6166
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Naturalization Certificates
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Military Notarized Documents
Identification Documents:
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Copy of Passport (ID Page)
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Driver’s License Copy
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Name Change Court Orders
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Pension and Retirement Documents
If your document is not listed, contact us—we can help!
Need a different document apostilled? Contact us — we can help.
💼 Corporate & Business Documents
We also handle apostilles for:
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Power of Attorney
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Certificates of Incorporation
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Corporate Agreements
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Commercial Invoices
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Affidavits
⏱️ Processing Times
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Regular Processing: 3–5 business days
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Rush Processing: 24 hours (next business day)
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Vital Records (birth, marriage, etc.): 1–2 weeks
💰 Apostille Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Apostille Certificate | $98.00 |
| Certificate Fee | $15.00 |
| Notary (if needed) | $5.00 |
| Federal Apostille (U.S. Dept. of State) | $20.00 |
| Rush Processing (optional) | Call for quote |
How much does an Apostille cost?
The apostille fee is $98.00 in addition to $15 for the cost of the certificate.
Notary Fees: $5
– A Completed Authentication Request Form (PDF).
Toll Free: #1-877-721-7678
📍 Visit or Contact Us
Washington, D.C. Office
📍 1629 K Street NW, Suite #300
Washington, DC 20006
Virginia Office
📍 1875 Campus Commons Drive, Suite #210
Reston, VA 20191
🇫🇷 France Apostille Services – Why Choose Us?
Visa DC and Washington Travel & Passport Visa Services are trusted names in apostille, authentication, and visa processing. With decades of experience, we ensure your documents are processed quickly, correctly, and hassle-free.

