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Document retrieval from US agencies and courts

Living abroad, or short on time? We order certified copies of official records from state vital records offices, county clerks, courts and corporate registries, and can have them apostilled and translated in the same order.

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Why a fresh certified copy matters

Many foreign authorities, and most apostille offices, will only accept a recently issued certified copy signed by a current official. Older copies or copies signed by officials no longer on file are a frequent cause of rejection.

What we need from you

Eligibility rules differ by record and by state. Vital records are usually restricted to the person named on the record, close family or an authorized representative, so we may ask for a signed authorization and a copy of your ID.

Document Retrieval by state

Requirements and issuing offices differ from state to state. Choose the state where your document was issued or where you need the service.

Frequently asked questions

Can you order a record from a state where I no longer live?

Yes. Records are held where the event happened or where the entity is registered, and we order from that office wherever you are now.

Can the retrieved document go straight to apostille?

Yes. That is the fastest route: the certified copy never travels to you first.

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.