If you need to prove your identity or citizenship overseas for employment, residency, marriage, schooling, or legal purposes, your U.S. passport may need to be apostilled. Travel Visa Pro handles the entire apostille process for U.S. passports quickly and accurately — so you don’t waste time dealing with government offices.
What Is a Passport Apostille?
A passport apostille is a certification issued to verify that your U.S. passport is authentic and recognized as valid in countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention.
If your destination country is not part of the Hague Convention, your passport requires embassy legalization instead, which we also handle.
When You May Need a Passport Apostille
You may be required to provide a passport apostille when:
- Applying for residency in another country
- Enrolling in a foreign university
- Accepting employment abroad
- Marrying in another country
- Completing international adoption procedures
- Handling inheritance or property transfers overseas
- Filing immigration paperwork for a foreign visa
If any official authority needs proof of your identity and citizenship beyond your passport itself, an apostille is typically required.
How the Passport Apostille Process Works
Step 1: Confirm Your Passport Requirements
Ensure your passport is:
- Valid (not expired)
- Not damaged
- In your possession
If you need a renewal first, Travel Visa Pro can expedite that as well.
Step 2: Send Your Passport to Travel Visa Pro
Depending on the country and process:
- Some applications allow certified copies
- Others require the physical passport
We will advise the exact requirement before you send anything.
Step 3: We Handle the Apostille or Legalization
Our team will:
- Determine whether your destination requires Apostille or Embassy Legalization
- Prepare all required government forms
- Submit your document to the U.S. Department of State and/or foreign consulate
- Return your completed apostille securely to your address
Rush processing is available.
Nationwide Apostille Coverage
We process passport apostilles in all 50 states, including service centers in:
- San Francisco
- Los Angeles
- Long Beach
- Sacramento
- Seattle
- Denver
- Austin
- Dallas
- Miami
- Washington, DC
If your city isn’t listed — don’t worry. We still service your state.
Why Choose Travel Visa Pro?
- No guesswork — we ensure your document meets international legal requirements
- No wasted trips to state offices or embassies
- Rush service available when timing is urgent
- One-stop solution for apostilles, legalizations, notarization, and translation
- Real experts you can call and speak to directly
We make the process fast, clear, and stress-free.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to send my original passport?
Sometimes. Some countries accept a certified copy, while others require the original. We will confirm before you ship anything.
How long does the apostille take?
Standard processing is typically 6 business days.
Rush service may return results in 3–4 business days, depending on your destination.
Can I get this done after I leave the U.S.?
In most cases, no. Apostilles usually must be processed before you travel. It’s best to begin right away.
What if the country is not part of the Hague Convention?
We will handle embassy or consular legalization instead of apostille.
Get Your Passport Apostilled Fast
Skip the bureaucracy. Let our team handle everything — correctly and on time.