📝 What Is an Apostille?

An Apostille is an official government-issued certificate that validates the authenticity of a U.S. public document so it can be legally used in foreign countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention.

It’s issued by the U.S. Department of State or Secretary of State in the company’s registration state, and it confirms that the document is legally recognized in the United States — and therefore internationally valid.

🎯 Who Needs Apostille Legalization?

• Business owners who want to open a branch or subsidiary of their U.S. company in another country

• Entrepreneurs who need to verify their U.S. company to foreign banks or government agencies

• Clients applying for residency, permits, or licenses using a U.S. business

• Founders presenting their U.S. LLC in foreign court systems or to embassies

• E-commerce sellers or investors proving ownership of a U.S. entity abroad

✅ Key Benefits of Apostille & Legalization

• ✅ Makes your U.S. company documents legally accepted worldwide

• ✅ Required for foreign company registration or branch setup

• ✅ Allows you to open international bank accounts in the company’s name

• ✅ Needed for residency-by-investment or business visa programs

• ✅ Protects your rights and proves ownership in legal disputes outside the U.S.• ✅ banks

Saves time and risk when working with foreign lawyers, governments, and If you plan to use your U.S. company outside the U.S., Apostille is no longer optional — it’s a requirement.

📄 What Documents Can Be Apostilled?

INCHUB can help apostille any of the following:

• Certificate of Formation / Articles of Incorporation

• EIN Confirmation Letter (IRS CP575 or 147C)

• Operating Agreement / Bylaws

• Certificate of Good Standing

• Business banking letters

• Board resolutions or ownership agreements

• Power of attorney, authorizations, and more

We also assist with notarization, state-level authentication, and consular legalization for countries that are not part of the Hague Convention.

🌍 Why Apostille Matters for Global Expansion

Many countries require an apostilled version of your U.S. documents to:

• Open a local business bank account
• Register a foreign branch or office
• Apply for business licenses, VAT numbers, or import/export permits
• Show proof of legal ownership to partners or local tax agencies
• Submit documents to immigration or investment offices

Without apostille, your documents may be considered unofficial or invalid in your country — even if they are 100% legal in the U.S.

⚠ What Happens Without Apostille?

• Your U.S. company won’t be accepted in local registration systems

• Foreign banks may reject your application due to unverifiable documents

• You’ll face delays in launching international operations

• Some embassies may refuse to legalize or recognize your documents

• You’ll spend more time and money fixing legal problems

🧾 Real Client Story

Sara from Morocco wanted to open a branch of her U.S. LLC in Casablanca. The Moroccan government required apostilled documents to accept the U.S. entity as legal. INCHUB helped her apostille her Certificate of Formation, Operating Agreement, and IRS EIN — and within 3 weeks, her business was fully registered abroad.

🕒 When Should You Request Apostille?

• Before opening a foreign bank account or registering your U.S. company overseas

• When applying for a business visa or immigration program using your company

• If you’re signing contracts, hiring, or forming legal partnerships abroad

• Anytime your U.S. documents must be submitted to non-U.S. authorities

💡 Expert Tip from INCHUB

“Apostille turns your U.S. documents from ‘valid in America’ to ‘valid worldwide.’ If you’re building a cross-border brand, this service is your international passport.”