Original Signature Requirement
Apostilles/legalizations cannot be prepared for documents issued with photocopied, stamped, or other facsimile signatures. If the document you have has a photocopied,stamped, or facsimile signature, you must have it re-signed (countersigned) by the public official with his/her original signature. The only exception to this rule is for certified copies with a raised seal issued by a proper authority. If you are unsure if your document is acceptable for legalization, you may send a scanned copy to [email protected] for pre-clearance.

How to Apply and Pay

1. Complete and submit the online form below by clicking on “Apply for Apostille/Legalization.”  Once you have completed the form and paid the filing fee:
2. Mail the original document(s) to be legalized to the RI Department of State.
   
   RI Department of State, Business Services Division
   148 W. River Street
   Providence, RI 02904
   

Apostilles ordered online are $5.00 per document, plus a $0.75 enhanced access fee. Multiple certificates can be requested at once.