Great Seal / Authentications
- What is an "apostille"?
- What does an apostille achieve?
- Who is authorized to issue an apostille?
- Can you authenticate a document with a stamped notary public signature?
- What is a true copy of a document?
- What is a certified copy of a document?
- Can a notary public certify a copy of a document?
- Can the Office of the Great Seal authenticate documents from a city clerk, court clerk, or register of deeds or from other states?
- Where can I find a notary public to notarize my documents?
- Can the Office of the Great Seal authenticate original birth, death, marriage or divorce records?
- How do I obtain an apostille or certificate of authority?
- What do I need to send to request authentication by mail?
- Is there an expedited authentication process?
- What information do I need if I call to inquire on my document request?
- Can you provide me with the name of a resident agent for a certain municipal corporation for service of process?
- Where can I purchase a State of Michigan flag?
- I am starting my own company. Can you tell me if a certain company name has already been taken?
- I need to obtain a certified copy of articles of incorporation for a specific Building Authority. Can the Office of the Great Seal provide this information?
- I need the Great Seal affixed to my document that I am sending overseas. Is there an office near my home where I can go?
