Embassy Legalization Services in Washington, DC

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Specializing in document legalization for non-Hague countries such as Cuba, Qatar, Kuwait & more.

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If your destination country is NOT part of the Hague Apostille Convention, your documents must go through a process called:

Authentication (U.S. Department of State)

then

Legalization (Embassy of the destination country)

This two-step certification proves to foreign governments that your document is valid and ready for official use.

At Fingerprints & Apostilles, we:

Personally visit the Department of State
Personally visit the embassy
Communicate directly with embassy staff
Eliminate mailing delays that can add weeks or months
Complete your legalization FASTER than nationwide competitors

We handle federal, state, business, corporate, personal, and vital documents.

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Cuba Embassy Legalization

For personal, business, academic, legal, and immigration documents used in Cuba.
We have strong established relationships with the Cuban Consulate due to frequent in-person submissions.

Learn More → Cuba Legalization

Qatar Embassy Legalization

Required for employment, business, education, police clearances, court documents & more.
Fast processing because Qatar does not require translated copies like Cuba

Learn More → Qatar Legalization

A Simple Explanation of Legalization (Non-Hague Countries)

If your document is being used in a non-Hague country, it cannot receive just an apostille.

Instead, it must go through a three-step verification process:

Step 1 — State Certification (If Not a Federal Document)

Documents notarized or issued by a state must be certified by that state’s Secretary of State.

Step 2 — U.S. Department of State Authentication (Washington, DC)

All documents (federal or state-certified) must be authenticated at the federal level.

Step 3 — Embassy Legalization

We hand-deliver your authenticated document to the embassy of the destination country.
The embassy attaches a legalization certificate, making your document officially valid overseas.

This final step is what makes your document legally recognized for:

Work visas
Residency permits
Business formation
Corporate documents
Academic credential verification
Marriage abroad
Immigration & court matters

If you’re unsure whether your country requires an apostille or legalization, just ask we will determine the correct process for you.

Apostille or Legalization: Which Do You Need?

✔ If your destination country IS part of the Hague Convention → You need an apostille

✔ If your destination country IS NOT part of the Hague Convention → You need authentication + embassy legalization

Not sure? We’ll identify the correct process for you.

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Why Choose Us

Why Choose Us for Embassy Legalization?

We not only have the fastest turnaround times in the country but we also create an experience like no other.

Prime Washington, DC Access

We are located minutes from the U.S. Department of State and multiple embassies.
We submit documents in person and communicate directly with embassy staff.