High School Diploma Apostille Los Angeles
Apostille service for high school diplomas and GED certificates. We help Los Angeles families and graduates get diplomas apostilled correctly for study, work, and immigration abroad. Serving all of California by mail.
Make your high school diploma valid in another country
Many foreign schools, employers, and immigration authorities require a high school diploma with an apostille to prove your education level.
An apostille is a special certificate attached by a government office that confirms the authenticity of the signature and seal on your diploma or on an official school certification of it. Countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention accept an apostilled diploma without further consular legalization.
We help you figure out whether you can use your original diploma, need a notarized copy, or should request a new certified diploma or letter from your school so the apostille is accepted the first time.
This page covers high school diplomas. For other academic records, see our pages for high school transcripts, college diplomas, and college transcripts. For all academic document types, visit our school & academic apostille hub.
Experience with high school diplomas and education records
- Regularly handle apostilles for high school diplomas and transcripts used for study abroad, work visas, and immigration.
- Review photos or scans of your diploma and any foreign instructions before you ship originals or visit your school, so you know exactly what to request.
- Help you decide whether to use your original diploma, a notarized copy, or a school certification letter to keep your only original as safe as possible.
- Clear explanations of timelines and state fees, plus communication throughout the process so you are not left wondering where your diploma is.
Clients come to us when they receive checklists from foreign consulates, schools, or employers that mention "apostilled diploma" and they are not sure how to get from a home‑kept diploma to a legally accepted document overseas.
How high school diploma apostille works
1. We review your diploma and destination requirements.
You can text or email a clear photo or scan of your diploma and any instructions you received from a foreign school, employer, or immigration office. We confirm whether your current diploma can be used as‑is, needs notarization, or should be replaced with a new certified or notarized version from your high school or district office.
2. We help you obtain the right version from your school, if needed.
If your diploma is missing signatures, cannot be notarized directly, or is too valuable to risk, we explain how to request a notarized copy, a replacement diploma, or a registrar's certification letter that can be apostilled. We tailor the instructions to the state where the school is located and the country where the diploma will be used.
3. We obtain the apostille and return your documents.
Once your diploma or certification is in the proper format, we submit it to the correct state office for apostille, track the request, and return the completed apostilled diploma to you by mail, courier, or local pickup in Los Angeles. For non‑Hague countries, we can discuss the additional authentication or consular steps that may be required.
Processing times and costs depend on the issuing state, current state office volume, and whether you choose standard or expedited options where available. We give you realistic timelines and fee ranges before you decide how to proceed.
When Los Angeles clients apostille a high school diploma
Study abroad and exchange programs
Overseas high schools, language institutes, and foundation programs often require an apostilled diploma to prove secondary school completion before they will issue a final acceptance.
Job offers and work visas
Some employers and immigration authorities accept a high school diploma as the minimum education level and ask for an apostille to confirm it is genuine. This can apply to entry‑level roles, service and hospitality jobs, or positions where experience plus a high school diploma is sufficient.
Family immigration and school placement abroad
Families relocating overseas sometimes need a parent's or older child's diploma apostilled to document family education history or for school placement decisions in the new country.
Volunteer, teaching, and cultural programs
Certain volunteer programs and cultural exchanges accept high school graduates and list "apostilled diploma" on their document checklist. We help ensure your diploma and any supporting letters are prepared correctly for these applications.
Questions about apostilling a high school diploma
Can you apostille my original diploma, or do I need a copy?
Many states allow the original diploma if it is properly notarized by a school official or notary public, while others prefer a notarized copy or a registrar's certification letter attached to a copy. We review your situation and recommend the safest approach so you do not risk losing your only original diploma.
Do I also need my high school transcript apostilled?
Some foreign schools and immigration offices want both an apostilled diploma and an apostilled transcript. If your checklist mentions grades or coursework, we will likely recommend apostilling the transcript as well and can handle both documents together.
My high school is in another state. Can you still help?
The apostille usually must be issued by the state where the school is located or where the notarization took place. We will confirm which state is responsible and explain how we can assist with that state's process, including mail‑in options.
What if I lost my diploma?
In most cases you will need to request a replacement diploma or official certification from your high school or district office. We can suggest what to ask for so the new document can be notarized and apostilled without problems.
How far in advance should I start?
Depending on the state office and whether your diploma is already in the correct format, apostille processing can take from several business days to a few weeks. It is best to start as soon as you receive document requirements from the foreign school, employer, or consulate. For urgent cases, see our same-day apostille service.
Serving Los Angeles in person and all of California by mail
Share a quick photo of your diploma and your destination country so we can confirm what is required and outline a realistic apostille plan before you send any originals.
We regularly help clients from Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, and across California prepare diplomas for use in Europe, Asia, Latin America, and beyond. In‑person and mobile notary options are available in Los Angeles County, with mail‑in apostille service for the rest of California.
When you reach out, it helps to include:
- The name of your high school and the state where it is located.
- Whether you have the original diploma, a copy, or need a replacement.
- The country where the diploma will be used and any deadlines you are facing.
We will confirm fees, any school or notarization requirements, mailing or courier options, and the expected apostille timeline before finalizing your appointment.
For other academic records, visit our school & academic apostille hub, or return to mobile notary and apostille services in Los Angeles.