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An apostille is an official certificate that verifies the authenticity of a government-issued document, in this case, your FBI background check. 

Most U.S. schools finalize and release grades right after the school year ends. While this works well for domestic students, apostilling transcripts for international students often face stricter timelines. 

If you are adopting from a country that is part of the Hague Adoption Convention, your documents must carry an apostille to confirm authenticity.

When someone is experiencing cognitive decline, whether from early memory loss or advanced dementia, awareness becomes the most essential factor. Even mild confusion can raise a red flag, and if I cannot confirm that the signer is fully aware, I am legally required to stop the process.

An apostille serves as a global seal of approval, confirming that a document is genuine and accepted by countries that are party to the Hague Apostille Convention. Think of it as an international seal of approval that confirms your document is authentic and was properly signed and notarized.

Jenna clutched her kids’ passports in one hand and her boarding pass in the other, smiling at the gate agent as her twins buzzed with excitement. “Going to see Grandma?” the agent asked. Jenna nodded. “What do you mean?” The gate agent paused.

Turning 18 means your child is legally considered an adult. That’s great for independence, but it also means you, as a parent or guardian, lose access to vital information unless your child gives you permission through legal documents.