This Apostille Verification allows you to verify online whether an Authentication Certificate (Apostille) was issued within the last five years by the California Secretary of State’s office.
If you are unable to locate a record or you wish to verify an Authentication Certificate (Apostille) issued more than five years ago, please contact the Notary Public Section.
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