Passport Copy Apostille
Banks, company registries and notaries abroad sometimes ask for a verified copy of your passport. We prepare a notarized copy that can then receive a Maryland apostille.
What this document is
The apostille attaches to the notary's act on the copy. It does not apply to the passport itself and it does not turn the copy into a travel document.
Where it is used
Foreign shareholders and directors often need one when forming a company or opening an account in Spain or Portugal, especially when they cannot attend in person.
How to prepare it
- Send a sharp color image of the photo page.
- Make sure the passport is valid on the date of notarization.
- Check whether the office wants extra pages copied.
Check this first
The notarial wording matters, and some offices accept only a copy certified by a local notary or consulate. Share the exact request so we can assess it during review.
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
Do you need my physical passport?
We tell you what the notary requires during the review. Requirements depend on the notarial form used for your copy.