Apostille Certificate & Document Authentication for International Use

The Georgia Superior Court Clerks' Cooperative Authority (GSCCCA) is the only state agency authorized to issue apostilles for notarized and/or certified publicly recorded documents originating in the State of Georgia for use abroad. 

Step 1: Notarization. 

Ensure your document is properly notarized by a commissioned notary public.  The notary stamp or notary seal must include the notary's signature and date to verify the authenticity of the signer. 

Step 2: County Clerk Certification (optional).

If you need extra verification, visit the county clerk’s office where the notary is commissioned. They can provide a certification verifying the notary’s commission and signature.

Step 3: Apostille (for international use).

• If the document is intended for use abroad, you will need an apostille from the Georgia Secretary of State.
• To obtain an apostille, submit the certified and/or notarized document to the Georgia Secretary of State’s office for authentication.
• The apostille certifies that the notary's signature and seal are authentic and that the document is legitimate for use in foreign countries that are members of the Hague Convention.

Step4: Submit for Apostille. 

 Whether it's for an Apostille Birth Certificate in Georgia, business documents, or personal records, you can submit your documents either in person or by mail to the Georgia Secretary of State’s office. Include the required fees and ensure all details meet the necessary criteria.