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Green Card Copy Apostille in New York
How New York residents get their Green Card Copy authenticated for use abroad — which office handles it, what the New York Department of State can and can’t do, timing and price.
Quick answer
If your Green Card Copy was notarized in New York, its apostille comes from the New York Department of State in Albany — not from Washington. In New York, a notarized document must first be certified by the county clerk in the county where the notary is registered, before the New York Department of State will act on it.
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Notarized in New York: the exact route
A notarized document like this is authenticated through the notary, not the federal government. If it was notarized in New York, the apostille is issued by the New York Department of State in Albany. In New York, a notarized document must first be certified by the county clerk in the county where the notary is registered, before the New York Department of State will act on it.
- Hague Convention destination: the New York apostille is the final step.
- Non-Hague destination: the New York-authenticated document then goes to the U.S. Department of State and on to the destination’s embassy.
We don’t submit to the New York Department of State directly. Once your document has its New York authentication, we handle the U.S. Department of State and embassy steps for non-Hague destinations ($399).
Get the notarial wording right before signing — requirements vary by destination, and a mistake means redoing the whole chain.
About the Green Card Copy
How to apostille a certified copy of a Permanent Resident Card (green card) for foreign banking and residency.
What the New York Department of State can do
The New York Department of State in Albany issues apostilles for documents signed by New York officials — birth, death and marriage certificates from New York registrars, New York state-court records, and documents notarized by New York notaries. It has no authority over federal documents such as FBI reports, USCIS certificates or IRS letters. In New York, a notarized document must first be certified by the county clerk in the county where the notary is registered, before the New York Department of State will act on it.
State offices set their own procedures and fees, so confirm current requirements with the office before submitting a state document.
Getting it done from New York
We have an office in New York: New York. Most clients still send documents by mail — it’s the fastest route to Washington.
| Destination | Route | Our turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| Hague Convention country | State apostille | Varies by state |
| Non-Hague country | State authentication, then federal + embassy | 15–17 business days after the state step |
Serving New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Albany, Syracuse and everywhere else in New York.
Green Card Copy in New York — FAQ
Can the New York Department of State apostille my Green Card Copy?
Yes, if it was notarized in New York — a notarized Green Card Copy is apostilled by the state where it was notarized.
Do I have to travel to Washington, D.C. from New York?
No. We handle the Washington submission for you. Most New York clients send their documents by mail and receive them back by tracked courier.
How long does it take from New York?
It depends on the state step first; for non-Hague destinations, our federal and embassy steps take 15–17 business days after that.
How much does it cost?
Pricing depends on where the document was notarized and the destination; we confirm it before any payment.
Does New York require a county clerk step?
Yes. In New York, the county clerk certifies the notary first, then the New York Department of State issues the apostille.
Related: Green Card Copy — full guide · All documents in New York · Federal vs. state apostille
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