Apostille your power of attorney.
Sign it, we notarize it, and it's authenticated by the Secretary of State so your agent can act for you abroad — property, banking, legal, or medical. Notarization and apostille handled together, in person in San Diego or online by RON.
- Notarize and apostille in one process — or fully online by RON
- Walk in at two San Diego offices, or nationwide by mail
- Correct order every time: notarize first, then authenticate
- Country-specific wording checked before you sign
Get your apostille quote
Tell us about your document — we'll confirm the process, price, and estimated completion time.
What is a power of attorney apostille?
A power of attorney (POA) lets someone you trust act on your behalf — sell property, manage a bank account, sign documents, or handle a legal or medical matter. To use one abroad, the destination country needs proof it's genuine, and that proof is the apostille.
A POA is a private document, so it can't be apostilled on its own. It's first signed in front of a notary; the Secretary of State then apostilles the notary's commission, authenticating the notary's signature and seal — not the contents of the POA. Because of that, the apostille comes from the state where the document was notarized, and some states require the county clerk to certify the notary first.
We handle the whole chain in the right order: we notarize your POA — in person at our San Diego offices, by mobile notary, or online by remote online notarization — route it to the correct Secretary of State, and coordinate any certified translation your country requires.
- Document
- Notarized power of attorney
- First step
- Notarization (we provide it)
- Apostille authority
- Secretary of State (state notarized)
- Notary options
- In-person, mobile, or online (RON)
- Translation
- Certified, in-house
- Turnaround
- Same-day notary; standard & rush apostille
Common reasons people apostille a power of attorney
- Buying, selling, or managing property abroad
- Operating or closing a foreign bank account
- Representing you in a foreign court or legal matter
- Managing an inheritance or estate overseas
- Signing on your behalf in India, Mexico, or the Philippines
- Handling business or company matters abroad
- Medical or care decisions for a family member
- Vehicle or asset transfers in another country
What we handle
From signature to apostille, all in one place
Notarization included
We notarize your POA for you — in person at either San Diego office, by mobile notary at your location, or online by RON. No hunting for a separate notary.
Remote online notarization
Sign from anywhere by webcam. RON is legally recognized and lets us notarize and start the apostille the same day.
Right order, every time
Notarize first, then authenticate. We make sure the notarization is done the way your Secretary of State can verify — a common rejection point.
Country-specific wording
Some countries require specific POA language or format. We flag it before you sign and add a certified translation where needed.
Special or general POA
Whether it's a one-time special power of attorney or a broad general POA, we authenticate it for use abroad the same way.
Non-Hague legalization
For countries outside the Hague Convention, we arrange embassy or consulate legalization instead of an apostille.
- 50
- U.S. states + D.C. covered
- 132
- Google reviews · 5.0★
- 120+
- Hague countries served
- 2
- San Diego offices
How your power of attorney apostille works
- 1
Tell us the details
Share the destination country and what the POA is for. We confirm the wording, the notary option, and a flat price.
- 2
Sign & notarize
Sign in front of our notary — in person, by mobile notary, or online by RON. We notarize it on the spot.
- 3
We authenticate it
We route it to the Secretary of State where it was notarized and track the apostille through to completion.
- 4
Delivered ready to use
Your apostilled POA returns by tracked, insured mail, ready for your agent to use abroad.
Get your documents moving today
A flat quote and a realistic timeline within one business day.
A real, verifiable apostille
The documents we handle come back with an official apostille attached where required — accepted in every Hague Convention country and verifiable online. Here's a real example (personal details redacted), alongside what clients say.
“Fantastic service! Frank was really helpful navigating this complex European requirement. Would highly recommend.”
“I needed to apostille a number of documents, for residency abroad, and Apostille Near Me handled everything in a very timely manner. Frank runs a fantastic operation and really cares about his customers.”
“I had the pleasure of working with Apostille Near Me, specifically Frank, and the process couldn't have gone any better. Excellent communication and very professional! I look forward to working with them again in the future.”
Power of attorney apostille questions, answered
Straight answers to what clients ask us most. Don't see yours? We're one call away.
Does a power of attorney need to be notarized before it's apostilled?+
Yes. A power of attorney is a private document, so it can't be apostilled on its own. It's signed in front of a notary, and the Secretary of State then apostilles the notary's commission — authenticating the notary's signature and seal, not the contents. We notarize it for you so the chain is correct.
Can you notarize and apostille my POA together?+
Yes — that's the whole point of using us. We notarize your power of attorney in person at either San Diego office, by mobile notary at your location, or online by remote online notarization (RON), then route it straight to the Secretary of State for the apostille.
Can I do it online?+
Yes. Remote online notarization lets you sign by webcam from anywhere, and it's legally recognized. We can notarize and begin the apostille the same day — convenient if you're abroad or on a deadline.
Which state issues the apostille on my power of attorney?+
The state where the document was notarized — not necessarily where you live or where the property or account is located. We make sure it's notarized and routed through the correct Secretary of State, including any county-clerk certification that state requires first.
What's the difference between a special and a general power of attorney for use abroad?+
A special (or limited) power of attorney authorizes one specific act — selling a particular property, for instance — while a general power of attorney grants broad authority. Both are apostilled the same way; some countries require specific wording, which we check before you sign.
I need a POA for property or banking in India, Mexico, or the Philippines — can you help with the country's format?+
Yes. Many countries require a specific POA format or exact wording, and often a certified translation. We flag the destination's requirements before you sign and coordinate the translation, so it's accepted the first time.
Still have a question? Call us at 1-800-889-7850
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