Study abroad
Study abroad paperwork, handled
Visas and host universities often ask for apostilled transcripts or records and notarized letters. We handle the notary and apostille steps, from New Jersey or any state.
What students often need
- Apostilled school records: a transcript or diploma, notarized by the school official first where the state requires it. See apostilles for diplomas and transcripts.
- Apostilled birth certificate for some visas: New Jersey apostilles, or records from any state.
- An FBI background check with an apostille for some programs: routed to the U.S. Department of State.
- Notarized letters: financial support letters from parents, signed by video from anywhere in the U.S. with an online notary.
- Countries outside the Apostille Convention: embassy legalization.
Check your host university's and consulate's list first; each sets its own requirements, and we don't advise on what a foreign office will accept. Country pages: Spain, Italy, China.
Questions
How long do apostilles take?
It depends on the state that issued the record; we give an estimate with the quote. Start as soon as you have the program's document list.
Can my parents sign the support letter from home?
Yes, with an online notarization by video, when the receiving office accepts it.