# FAQs: Attesting Indian Documents > Frequently asked questions about authenticating documents and obtaining Apostille Stamps in #STATE3# - vital records, divorce judgements, certificates of good standing and degrees issued by #STATE3# universities. **Source** [FAQs - Authenticating Indiana documents](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/indiana-apostille-faqs)> **Related:** [Indiana Apostille Service](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/indiana-apostille-authentication) · [Apostille Indiana Vital Records](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/indiana-apostille-vital-records) · [Get a Quotation](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Document-Attestation-Inquiry) --- ## General Questions ### How long does it take to obtain an apostille from Indiana? Indiana Apostilles are normally processed in **2-3 business days** (INDIANA:Apostilles are normally obtained from the Indiana Secretary of State in 2 - 3 business days. NOTE: All processing times are estimated. Actual processing time is dependant on the authentication authority and is subject to change without prior notice.) ### What documents can be certified in Indiana with an Apostille Stamp? Documents signed by officials and notaries public can be certified in for official use outside the United States, including vital record certificates (e.g. birth, death, marriage certificates), state police background checks, educational certificates, university diplomas and notarized private documents (e.g. power of attorney). Documents signed by Federal officials including [FBI Background Checks](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/-attest-background-checks) must be submitted directly to the Authentication Division of the U.S. Department of State.To confirm whether your document is valid for an Apostille Stamp, please [Contact Isarey](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/contact-Isarey) for a free document check. ### Will an apostille stamp from Indiana be accepted abroad? If documents are required for submission to the authorities or consulate of a signatory country of the [Hague Apostille Convention](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apostille_Convention), an apostille stamp affixed by the Secretary of State of will generally be recognized directly as confirming authenticity, although a [certified translation](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/certified-sworn-translations) may also be required if presenting to a country that does not have English as an official language. If documents are required for presentation in a country that is not a signatory to the apostille convention (e.g. UAE, Qatar, Taiwan, Vietnam), then an apostille stamp is not valid. Documents will need to be authenticated at State level in , then by the State Department Authentication Division, and finally by the embassy or consulate of the destination country in the United States. A Certified Translation may also be required. ### Where can I find more information about certifying Indiana documents? For further information about apostilles and authentications or to obtain a quote for assistance submitting your documents, with free eligibility pre-check, international collection and delivery by courier, please [Contact Isarey](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/contact-Isarey) or send Isarey your documents using Isarey's [Online Quotation Form](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/Document-Attestation-Inquiry). ### What is an Indiana Apostille Stamp and why would I need one? A Apostille is a certificate that is affixed by the Secretary of State to a public document. It certifies the authenticity of the signature appearing on the document as that of an authorized public official and confirms the capacity of that official (e.g. State Registrar, notary public). Apostille stamps are often required when submitting a document, such as a birth certificate, to the authorities of a foreign country or to a foreign embassy in the United States (for example, as part of a visa or citizenship application). Apostilles are recognised by the authorities and embassies of countries that are members of the [Hague Apostille Convention](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apostille_Convention) For more information on Apostilles, see: - [The ABCs of Apostilles (PDF)](https://assets.hcch.net/upload/abc12e.pdf) - [Indiana Apostille and Authentication Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/indiana-apostille-authentication) ### Where can I see reviews of Isarey's Indiana Attestation and Apostille Services? You can see reviews from past clients who have used Isarey's attestation and apostille services: - [ISAREY reviews on Trustpilot](https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/isarey-document-attestation.com) - [ISAREY reviews on Google](https://goo.gl/maps/cuvbEYN25Xg5b8jg7) ### How can I obtain an Apostille Stamp to certify a document in Indiana for use abroad? Apostille Stamps to authenticate documents can be obtained from the Secretary of State. Apostille stamps are only valid for documents that are required for submission to countries that are signatories to the [Hague Apostille Convention](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apostille_Convention) - [Indiana Apostille and Authentication Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/indiana-apostille-authentication) ### How do I legalize documents issued in Indiana for submission to countries that are not members of the Apostille Convention? documents that need to be authenticated for non-apostille countries (e.g. United Arab Emirates, Qatar) must be authenticated by the Secretary of State with an Authentication Certificate and then attested by the recipient country's embassy in the United States. Most embassies will also require an additional authentication the [U.S. Department of State](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/replace-certify-docs/authenticate-your-document/office-of-authentications.html) in Washington DC. - [Indiana Apostille and Authentication Services](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/indiana-apostille-authentication) ### What does an Indiana Apostille look like? Apostilles follow the standard format laid down in the Apostille Convention. Some examples of documents certified with Apostille stamps: - [Indiana Birth Certificate with Apostille Stamp](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/dc/Indiana-Birth-Certificate-Apostille) See [What does an Apostille look like?](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/FAQs-Document-Attestation#faq_236_s) ## Birth, death and marriage certificates ### How can I obtain a new certified copy of an Indiana birth, death or marriage certificate suitable for an Apostille? Indiana birth and death certificates can be obtained by phone or by mail from the [Indiana Department of Health - Vital Records](https://www.in.gov/health/vital-records/) or in person from [Local Health Departments](https://www.in.gov/health/lhd/local-health-department-map/) Birth and death certificates may also be ordered online from VitalChek: [VitalChek - order Indiana birth and death certificates online](https://www.vitalchek.com/v/vital-records/indiana/indiana-state-dept-of-health) Indiana birth and death certificates are restricted. Certified copies are available to the person named on the certificate and close relatives only.Indiana marriage certificates can be obtained from the Court Clerk of the County where the marriage licence was issued: [Indiana Court Clerks (PDF)](https://www.in.gov/courts/files/court-directory.pdf) Isarey can obtain marriage certificates from all Indiana counties on behalf of clients requiring an Apostille Stamp. Please [Contact Isarey](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/contact-Isarey) for assistance. ### How can I obtain an apostille on a vital record certificate issued in Indiana? Apostille stamps for birth, death and marriage certificates issued in Indiana can be obtained from the Secretary of State in Indianapolis. Certificates must be issued by Vital Records at the Indiana State Department of Health or a County Health Officer. For further information about obtaining apostille stamps on Indiana vital records, see: [Apostille Indiana Vital Records](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/indiana-apostille-vital-records) ## Corporate documents ### How can I get an Apostille on an Indiana Certificate of Good Standing? An Indiana Certificate of Existence (formerly a Certificate of Good Standing) certifies that an Indiana entity is active and in good standing and can be authenticated with an Apostille Stamp from the Indiana Secretary of State. - [Apply for an Indiana Certificate of Existence](https://inbiz.in.gov/business-filings/information-requests) ## Academic documents ### How can I authenticate Indiana university degree certificates for use abroad? Original Indiana diplomas and other academic records should be certified in the presence of an Indiana notary, often by the record officer of the school. Once certified by an Indiana notary, the notarized transcript or diploma can be submitted to the Indiana Secretary of State’s office for an Apostille Stamp. university degree certificates, course transcripts and high school diplomas can also be authenticated as notarized copies. A true copy is certified by a notary (this can often be done from a scan without having to submit the original) and then authenticated with an Apostille Stamp from the Washington DC Secretary of State. Authenticated documents can also be attested by the embassies of Vietnam and the United Arab Emirates. For further information, see: [University Degrees and School Records](https://www.isarey-document-attestation.com/United-States-apostille-academic-documents) ## Notarized documents ### How can I authenticate notarized documents in Indiana for use abroad? Documents certified by an Indiana notary can be submitted to the Secretary of State in Indianapolis for an Apostille. A properly completed notarial certificate is required.