In order to be recognized in some foreign countries, certain documents must bear an apostille certification. The process of certifying documents for use in different countries was once very complicated, but the 1961 Hague Convention Abolishing the Requirement of Legalization for Foreign Public Documents streamlined the process.

An apostille for Treasury Department documents that a public document is authentic and has been issued by the official body named in the document. It also confirms the signature of the individual who signed the document and their capacity to sign. It identifies the country where the document will be used, so that the proper authorities can determine whether additional steps are required to make the document valid in the foreign country.

We will issue an apostille for most federal government documents, but some agencies may require additional steps before they can recognize the document in a particular country. Check with the embassy or consulate of the country where you will be using the document to find out what type of documentation you need.

Apostille for Treasury Department documents

An apostille is a one-page, 8.5 x 11 document with a laser print of the New Jersey Great Seal and the signature of the Secretary of State of New Jersey. For documents you plan to submit for international use, either a certificate of authentication or a notary certified copy will be issued by our office.