Helpful Resources & Guides

Official New York State Department of State page for notary public licensing, requirements, and renewals.

New York recognizes driver's licenses, passports, state IDs, military IDs, and certain other government-issued photo identification.

The NNA provides education, certification, and resources for notaries and the public. Brownstone Notary Services is NNA Certified.

Official information about obtaining an apostille in New York State, including requirements, fees, and processing times.

A full list of countries that accept apostilles under the Hague Convention of 1961. If your destination country is not listed, you may need embassy legalization instead.

Federal-level document authentication for documents being used abroad. Covers documents issued by federal agencies.

Official USCIS policy on certified translations for immigration applications and petitions.

Access all USCIS forms, filing fees, and processing information for immigration applications.

Consumer resources for mortgages, refinances, and real estate transactions in New York State.

Federal resources for understanding mortgage documents, the closing process, and your rights as a borrower.