Apostille for Russia
Apostille for Russia – What You Need to Know
To use a U.S. document in Russia, it must be certified with an Apostille. Russia is a member of the Hague Convention, which means it recognizes the Apostille as the official method for legalizing foreign documents.
An Apostille certifies the authenticity of a state notary’s or county official’s signature on your document. Once apostilled, your document is legally valid for use in Russia—no need for additional legalization through the Russia Embassy or Consulate.
Common U.S. Documents Apostilled for Use in Russia:
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Birth Certificates
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Marriage Certificates
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Divorce Decrees
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Diplomas and Transcripts
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Power of Attorney
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Single Status Affidavits
- FBI Background Checks
- IRS Form 6166 Apostille
- U.S Department of Justice
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Adoption Documents
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Business and Corporate Records
For countries that are not part of the Hague Convention, a different process called Authentication is used. But for Russia, the Apostille is all that’s needed.
We take care of the entire process for you—quickly, securely, and with personal service. Get in touch with us today to begin!
How much does an Apostille cost?
Apostille Fee: $98 per document.
If notarization is required:
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DC Notary: $5
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Virginia Notary: $10
Additional fees may apply depending on the applicable Secretary of State or U.S. Department of State processing charges.
– A Completed Authentication Request Form (PDF).
Toll Free: #1-877-721-7678
How to Get a Document Apostilled for Use in Russia
Peru has been a member of the Hague Apostille Convention since 2010. This means documents intended for use in Russia must be apostilled rather than legalized through consular channels.
Federal Documents (e.g., FBI background checks, documents issued by federal agencies):
These must be apostilled by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. Our office at Visa DC can expedite this process for you.
State or Local Documents (e.g., birth certificates, marriage certificates, notarized documents):
These need to be apostilled by the Secretary of State in the U.S. state where the document was issued.
If you’re unsure which authority to go through or need help with expedited service, our team at A Washington Travel & Passport Visa Services Inc. is here to assist.