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Unaccompanied Minors: Travelling to and From Mexico

February 17, 2014 By Atlanta Apostille

As of last November, changes in Immigration Law in Mexico have created new requirements for minors (ages 17 and under) travelling to and from Mexico without their parents or legal guardian. The minors must submit their immigration documents, as well as a notarized letter from the parent permitting the child to travel without them. This letter must be certified with an apostille stamp and be translated into Spanish.

Failing to comply with these regulations can lead to the passenger(s) being prohibited from boarding and/or a fine.

Are We There Yet? Travelling Internationally With Children

December 31, 2013 By Atlanta Apostille

Travelling abroad with children can get complicated because governments want to do their best to prevent parents from taking their children out of the country and not coming back, which is also known as international child abduction.

If you are vacationing with your children out of the country and are married, some countries (such as Mexico), may require you to obtain your spouse’s permission in order to take your children out of the country without him/her. If you are divorced this is not necessary, although you will need to produce a certified copy of your custody order in order to travel to and from Mexico.

Be aware that certain countries, such as Australia, Canada, Israel, Lebanon, and Mexico, will not admit children travelling without parents or with only one parent unless they have notarized permission from the absent parent(s) to do so.

If you are travelling with your children to one of the aforementioned countries, you will need to have your custody order certified with an apostille. Atlanta Apostille will help you get the certification you need quickly and efficiently so you can travel without delay or worry.

Apostille (Apostilla), Visas, and Relocating to Mexico

October 18, 2013 By Atlanta Apostille

If you are relocating to Mexico, you will have to obtain a visa, which means that you will have to submit a lot of paperwork. Each visa is company and position specific, and be sure to apply as far in advance as possible, since it can take months to apply for a visa.

However, having your visa approved is not the end of the paperwork. Whether you need to renew your visa, rent a house, or buy a car, you will be asked to produce various documents, such as your birth certificate, marriage certificate, and passport. For this reason, it would be a good idea to have all of your official documents certified with an apostille (apostilla), translated, and notarized before you leave the country. This will ensure that your documents will be accepted by the Mexican embassy. Fortunately, Atlanta Apostille can obtain the necessary certification and notarization for your documents and have them back to you within 24 hours, so you do not have to delay your move.

How to: Prepare Documents for Teaching English Abroad

August 26, 2013 By Atlanta Apostille

Many recent college graduates are finding employment overseas teaching English. There is a strong demand, particularly among Asian countries, for English-speaking foreigners to teach English to students wanting to sharpen their English-language skills. Many companies and families hire students on a contract basis. However, the screening process can be lengthy involving various agencies of the applicant’s home and host countries.

If you are teaching English abroad, after you have obtained your background check from the Department of Justice, you will need to have it notarized. Then, you will need an apostille for both your background check and your diploma.

Atlanta Notaries will notarize your diploma and background check; just bring us a copy of the documents as well as the originals. We will notarize your paperwork quickly and efficiently so that you can get it apostilled.

Atlanta Apostille will obtain the apostille for your documents so you can begin life abroad. Call us today at 404-323-4211 to set up an appointment.

Félicitations! Apostilles for Weddings in France

June 24, 2013 By Atlanta Apostille

Paris is one of the most romantic cities in the world, so it comes as no surprise that France is a popular wedding location for many American couples. If your partner is a foreign national of France, there are certain preliminary steps you must take before your marriage can take place. First, at least one partner needs to have lived for at least 30 days in France and must provide proof of residence one month before the wedding. You will also need to provide your birth certificates, an affidavit showing no impediment to marriage, and a prenuptial certificate of health. Your birth certificates should be apostilled and the affidavit should be notarized by a notary public. Finally, you will need to display a public notice at the city hall where you are getting married at least 10 days before the wedding date. For more detailed information you may contact the French embassy or visit their website.