Apostille for Diplomas and Transcripts | Study Abroad Guide
Studying Abroad or Working Internationally? Your Academic Documents Must Be Valid Overseas
Whether you’re enrolling in a foreign university, applying for a scholarship, or seeking a job abroad, you’ll likely be asked to submit certified academic documents, and they must be legally recognized in the destination country. This is where apostilles and sometimes translations come in.
What Is an Apostille for Academic Documents?
An apostille is an official certificate that confirms the authenticity of a document for use in Hague Convention countries. It proves that your diploma, transcript, or enrollment verification is legitimate and can be trusted by international institutions.
If you're sending documents to a non-Hague country like the UAE, your documents must go through embassy legalization, a longer and more complex process.
Documents That Commonly Require Apostilles
High School Transcripts: Undergraduate admissions abroad
College/University Transcripts: Graduate school or job applications overseas
Diplomas (all levels): Required for degree recognition and licensing
Enrollment Verifications: For student visas or international internships
Letters of Recommendation: Occasionally required for official file reviews
Situations Where Apostille Is Required
Applying to a foreign university or language school
Participating in an exchange or study abroad program
Seeking international employment or internship
Applying for scholarships or grants in another country
Submitting credentials for credential evaluation or licensing
Some programs require apostilles on both the transcript and the diploma, and others require certified translations into the local language.
How the Process Works
Contact Your School Registrar
Request an official, signed copy of your transcript or diploma. It must be issued on school letterhead with a notarized or certified signature.Confirm the Country’s Requirements
Hague Convention = apostille. Non-Hague countries like the UAE = embassy legalization.Submit for Apostille or Legalization
Once your academic documents are notarized or properly certified, we can handle the apostille or legalization process for you.Add a Translation (If Needed)
If your documents will be submitted to a non-English speaking country, certified or sworn translations are often required.
Why Work with Us?
Porchlight Group Apostille & Global Documents students and universities save time by offering:
Apostille service for academic documents from all 50 U.S. states
Legalization for non-Hague countries like the UAE
Certified and sworn translations
Document pre-screening to prevent delays
Rush processing available
Mail-in service — no need to visit in person
Focus on Your Future, Not the Paperwork
We’ll make sure your academic documents are ready for acceptance overseas. Whether you’re starting school in Europe, applying for a scholarship in Latin America, or working in the Middle East, we’ll help you meet every requirement on time.
