Form I213 Application for Authentication or Apostille Certifying Documents for Foreign Use - Illinois

What Is Form I213?

This is a legal form that was released by the Illinois Secretary of State - a government authority operating within Illinois. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is Form I-213?
A: Form I-213 is an application for authentication or apostille certifying documents for foreign use.

Q: Who can use Form I-213?
A: Anyone who needs to authenticate or apostille documents for foreign use can use Form I-213.

Q: What is the purpose of authentication or apostille?
A: Authentication or apostille certifies that a document is genuine and can be recognized as valid in a foreign country.

Q: Can Form I-213 be used for documents from any state?
A: No, Form I-213 is specific to documents from Illinois.

Q: How long does it take to process Form I-213?
A: The processing time for Form I-213 may vary depending on the volume of applications, but typically it takes a few weeks.

Q: What type of documents can be authenticated or apostilled using Form I-213?
A: Form I-213 can be used to authenticate or apostille various types of documents, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, educational transcripts, and corporate documents.

Q: Do I need to provide any supporting documents with Form I-213?
A: Yes, you will need to provide the original document that needs to be authenticated or apostilled, as well as any supporting documents required by the Illinois Secretary of State.