APOSTILLE FOR ARGENTINA
Apostille Services for Argentina
Applying for residency, selling property, settling an inheritance or registering a marriage in Argentina? Argentina accepts apostilles, and most offices then require a Spanish translation by an Argentine sworn public translator. We handle the U.S. side, from notarization to apostille, and ship your documents to Argentina.
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ARGENTINA AT A GLANCE
Hague Convention member
A single apostille replaces consular legalization.
- Residency and citizenship
- Property and inheritance
- Powers of attorney
- Shipped to Argentina
How documents for Argentina work
Documents we prepare for Argentina
- FBI background checks and birth certificates for residency
- Powers of attorney for property, banking and inheritance
- Marriage and divorce records
- Diplomas and transcripts for recognition in Argentina
- Corporate documents for an Argentine company or branch
- Single status statements for marriage in Argentina
What Argentina usually requires
| Document | Where the apostille comes from | What else to plan for |
|---|---|---|
| FBI background check | U.S. Department of State | Often must be recent; Spanish translation in Argentina |
| Birth, marriage or divorce record | Secretary of the Commonwealth or the issuing state | Certified copy; Spanish translation in Argentina |
| Power of attorney | Secretary of the Commonwealth, after notarization | Ask your Argentine escribano or lawyer for the wording |
| Corporate documents | Secretary of the Commonwealth or the state of incorporation | Spanish translation in Argentina |
Requirements can differ by office and purpose. Always confirm the exact requirements with the office or lawyer receiving your documents. We are glad to review any instructions you have received.
How we handle it
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Send us the document or instructions
Share the document or the list you received from your lawyer, employer or the office in Argentina. We review it and confirm what each document needs.
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We notarize or obtain the records
We come to you anywhere in Greater Boston to notarize, by appointment, or obtain certified copies of records you don’t have yet.
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Apostille from the right office
Massachusetts documents go to the Secretary of the Commonwealth, other states’ documents to the issuing state and federal documents, such as FBI background checks, to the U.S. Department of State.
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Shipped to Argentina
We scan the finished documents for your records and ship the originals with tracking, directly abroad or back to you.
Sending documents to Argentina?
Tell us what you need, and we will take care of every step.
Good to know
Translation happens in Argentina
Argentine offices usually want a translation by an Argentine traductor público, legalized by the Colegio de Traductores. Send the apostilled original first.
Check how recent it must be
Immigration offices often want FBI checks and civil records issued within a few months. Ask before ordering.
Spanish-language documents
A power of attorney written in Spanish can be signed here; see Apostilla y traducción.
Need records first?
Serving Argentine families in Greater Boston
Common mistakes we help you avoid
- Translating in the U.S. first. Argentina usually requires a translation by an Argentine sworn translator.
- Ordering records too early. Some offices reject documents that are more than a few months old.
- A generic power of attorney. Ask your escribano for the exact text.
- Sending a photocopy. Argentine offices need the original apostilled document.
Frequently asked questions
Does Argentina accept apostilles?
Yes. Argentina is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, so an apostille replaces consular legalization.
Can you translate my documents into Spanish for Argentina?
We can, but most Argentine offices require a translation by an Argentine traductor público, legalized by the Colegio de Traductores. Ask the receiving office before ordering a translation here.
Who apostilles an FBI background check for Argentina?
The U.S. Department of State, because it is a federal document. We handle the submission.
Can I sign a power of attorney in Spanish?
Yes, as long as you understand what you are signing. We review it first and confirm the notarial certificate and apostille are completed correctly.
How long does it take?
A Massachusetts apostille usually takes one to two business days after notarization. FBI checks and other federal documents take longer.
Sending documents to Argentina?
Tell us what you need, and we will confirm every detail before we begin.