Certified translation and apostille services in Des Moines, IA
Moving abroad from Des Moines, hiring overseas, or filing with USCIS? We prepare your documents so they are accepted the first time.
Des Moines is where the Iowa Secretary of State is based, which is the office that issues apostilles for Iowa documents.
Services available in Des Moines
- Certified TranslationSigned, certified translations of official documents, accepted by US agencies, courts and universities.
- USCIS TranslationCertified English translations prepared to USCIS requirements for green card, visa and citizenship applications.
- ApostilleApostilles from the correct state office or the US Department of State, for documents going to Hague Convention countries.
- Embassy LegalizationAuthentication and embassy or consulate legalization for countries outside the Hague Apostille Convention.
- Document RetrievalWe order certified copies of vital records, court records and corporate documents on your behalf, then translate or apostille them.
- InterpretingConsecutive, simultaneous, phone and video interpreting for legal, medical, business and community settings.
How it works for Des Moines clients
Send scans of your documents through the form below or by email.
Receive a written quote and confirm the order.
Mail originals if required; we handle translation, certification and submissions.
Get your documents back by email and tracked mail.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I get documents apostilled without leaving Des Moines?
Yes. Send your documents by mail or courier, or let us order a certified copy directly. We return the apostilled document to your Des Moines address.
Do you offer in-person interpreters in Des Moines?
Yes, depending on the language and date. Remote interpreting by phone or video is also available.
How quickly will I get a quote?
Send the quote form or email info@abc-offices.com with your documents and we reply with a written quote.
Request a quote
Prices depend on the document, the language pair, the destination country and your deadline, so every request gets its own written quote. Attach your documents if you have them; it makes the quote exact.