Have you ever searched “Notary Near Me” or “Apostille Sacramento” because you needed a document processed quickly, only to feel overwhelmed by all the rules and requirements? You’re not alone—and here’s a secret most people don’t know: the Secretary of State rejects apostilles all the time.
That’s right. Even the most important documents—like birth certificates, marriage certificates, powers of attorney, and school transcripts—can be denied if they don’t meet the exact requirements. And when that happens, you’re stuck dealing with long delays, stressful resubmissions, and even more trips downtown to the Secretary of State’s office (plus fighting for parking in the middle of Sacramento).
At Seal of Approval Mobile Notary & Apostille, we’ve seen it happen too many times. But here’s the good news: it doesn’t have to happen to you.
Why Apostilles Get Rejected
There are usually two main reasons why apostilles get rejected:
- The wrong type of document was submitted.
Apostilles only work if the document is either an original certified copy from the appropriate government agency (like a county clerk or registrar) or a document properly signed by an official authority. - The notarization wasn’t done correctly.
For private documents—such as powers of attorney, affidavits, or sworn statements—the notary must execute the certificate perfectly. If there are errors, missing details, or improper seals, the Secretary of State won’t process the apostille.
Both mistakes are easy to make… but both are also easy to avoid when you work with an experienced, professional notary.
How Seal of Approval Makes the Process Easy
At Seal of Approval Mobile Notary & Apostille, we pride ourselves on making your notarization and apostille process stress-free, fast, and done right the first time.
✅ We’ll review your documents carefully to make sure they meet all requirements.
✅ We’ll notarize them with precision so there are no errors that could cause rejection.
✅ We’ll even guide you step by step so you know exactly what to expect.
Whether you’re notarizing a birth certificate, marriage certificate, living trust, power of attorney, or business document, we’ll make sure your paperwork sails through without the headaches.
Serving Sacramento with Excellence
We proudly serve downtown Sacramento, Natomas, and the surrounding areas with both in-office appointments and mobile notary services. That means you can meet us downtown or we’ll bring our notary and apostille expertise right to your home, office, or even a coffee shop—wherever you feel most comfortable.
When you choose Seal of Approval, you’re not just checking off a task—you’re investing in peace of mind.
Don’t Risk Delays—Get It Done Right the First Time
Why risk losing time, money, and energy trying to figure it out on your own? Instead, let us help you with:
- Specialty Notary Work (wills, powers of attorney, sworn statements, affidavits)
- Trust Documents (living trusts, deeds, pour-over wills, medical directives)
- Apostille Services Sacramento (vital records, marriage certificates, school transcripts, international use documents)
- Mobile Notary Sacramento services for maximum convenience
📞 Call or text us today at 916-800-3970
🌐 Visit us online: https://sealofapprovalnotary.org/
📍 Or stop by our convenient downtown Sacramento location
Seal of Approval Mobile Notary & Apostille — the trusted choice when you’re searching for Notary Near Me, Notary Sacramento, Apostille Sacramento, and Notary Downtown Sacramento.
✨ When it comes to something as important as your documents, don’t take chances. Let us take the stress off your shoulders so you can get back to focusing on what really matters.