A New York State Apostille is a one page document embossed with the Seal of the State of New York. The apostille includes the facsimile or original signature of the state official. - Hague Countries accept Apostilles
Hague coutries are the countries that have joined the 1961 Hague Convention. Documetns legalized by an Apostille are accepted in all Hague countries. - Non-Hague countries requre Embassy authentication
Non-Hague coutries are the countries that have not joined the Hague Convention. Non-Hague countries do not accept documetns legalized by an Apostille. Embassy authentication / legalization is required. | |