Notarized Documents
Power of Attorney Apostille
Selling property in Mexico, handling an inheritance in Italy or opening an account in Spain without flying there. A power of attorney lets someone act for you, and we notarize and apostille it in one visit.
- Government fee included
- Rush and same-day available
- Open every day 8am–10pm
At a glance
How It Works
You sign the power of attorney in front of a California notary, who completes a California acknowledgment. The Secretary of State then apostilles the notary’s signature. Do not sign the document before your appointment; the notary needs to watch you sign.
The notarial wording must be in English, but the power of attorney itself can be in Spanish, Italian or any other language, which is often what the foreign attorney or notary drafted. Bring their draft as is.
Things That Catch People Out
- Names must match your passport. Foreign registries compare every letter, including middle names.
- Some countries want specific wording, such as express authority to sell or to sign before a local notary. Have your lawyer abroad approve the draft before you sign.
- Bring every page. Loose or unnumbered pages invite rejection; we keep the document together.
We Can Come to You
If the signer is elderly, unwell or busy, our mobile service brings the notary to a home, office, hospital or care facility in the Santa Barbara area. We notarize there and take the document for the apostille.
What You Need
- The unsigned power of attorney (all pages)
- Valid government photo ID for each signer
- The destination country
Not sure this is the right document or the right apostille? Call (805) 866-4199, any day 8am–10pm. We will tell you exactly what your destination needs before you pay for anything.
How It Works
Done for You, Start to Finish
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Book Online
Pick the service and a time, and pay securely. Or call and we will set it up with you.
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Drop Off or Mail
Bring it to 1117 State St, book a mobile visit, or mail it in. We notarize first if your document needs it.
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We Submit It
We check it, then submit it to the California Secretary of State for the apostille.
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You Get It Back
Pick it up at the office or choose tracked return shipping anywhere in the world.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the power of attorney be in Spanish?
Yes. Only the notary certificate has to be in English. The body of the document can be in any language.
Does it need a translation too?
Often the receiving country wants the English notary certificate and the apostille translated. We can provide certified or sworn translations.
Can you notarize at a hospital or care home?
Yes, through our mobile service. The signer must be able to understand and sign, and must have valid ID.
Ready to Get Started?
Book online in a few minutes, or call and talk to a person. Open every day, 8am to 10pm.