The Arkansas Secretary of State’s Business and Commercial Services (BCS) Division is the sole authority authorized to issue apostilles and certifications for documents intended for use abroad. These services authenticate the origin of public documents, ensuring their legal recognition in foreign countries.
To request an apostille or certification, applicants must complete the appropriate request form and submit their documents either in person or by mail to the BCS office. It’s essential to ensure that documents meet all requirements before submission.
An apostille is a form of authentication issued to documents for use in countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. It verifies the legitimacy of the signature, the capacity in which the person signing the document acted, and the identity of any stamp or seal affixed to the document.
Obtaining an apostille simplifies the process of document recognition abroad, eliminating the need for further certification or legalization by embassies or consulates. This is particularly important for legal, educational, and commercial documents that require international validation.
The Arkansas Secretary of State can apostille documents that are:
Examples of documents eligible for apostille include:
Please note that documents must be original or certified copies. Photocopies are not acceptable unless they are properly notarized.
The type of certification required depends on the destination country:
It’s crucial to determine the correct type of certification needed based on the destination country’s requirements.
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Can I apostille a document in a foreign language?
Yes, but the document must be accompanied by a notarized English translation.
Are electronic or remote notarizations acceptable for apostille?
No, the Arkansas Secretary of State does not accept documents notarized electronically or remotely for apostille.
Can I apostille a photocopy of a document?
Only if the photocopy has been properly notarized by an Arkansas Notary Public. Otherwise, original or certified copies are required.
For more detailed information and to access the necessary forms, please visit the official Arkansas Secretary of State website:
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