Affidavit Apostille
An affidavit is your own sworn statement, so a notary is what turns it into something an apostille can cover. We arrange the Maryland notarization and the apostille that follows.
What this document is
An affidavit sets out facts the signer swears are true. Foreign offices use them where no government record exists, for example to confirm marital status, a name variation or that two records refer to the same person.
Where it is used
In Spain and Portugal, sworn statements often support civil registry, inheritance, marriage and residency files. Many offices publish their own wording, so get it before signing.
How to prepare it
- Draft the statement in final form and leave the signature blank.
- Have valid government photo ID ready for the notary.
- Ask the receiving office whether it requires a specific template.
Check this first
Sign only in front of the notary or under the notary's instructions. An affidavit signed in advance usually has to be redone, because the notary must witness the oath.
How the apostille is obtained
- We review the document and check whether a notarized copy meets the request.
- A Maryland notary performs the notarization.
- The Circuit Court clerk certifies the notary where required, and the Maryland Secretary of State issues the apostille.
- We scan the apostilled document and email you a high-resolution PDF.
A common question
Can you write the affidavit for me?
We do not provide legal drafting. Your lawyer or the receiving office can supply the wording, and we handle notarization and the apostille.