Apostille & Legalization Proxy
Apostille & Legalization Proxy
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48-HOUR PRIORITY PROCESSING
ELITE RON SESSION INCLUDED
SWORN SPANISH TRANSLATION INCLUDED
GLOBAL PRIORITY SHIPPING
Who Needs This Service?
International Wedding Couples: U.S. citizens planning a civil or religious ceremony in Spain, Mexico, Colombia, or Italy who must prove they are legally free to wed.
"Pareja de Hecho" Applicants: Partners in Spain or Latin America establishing a legal domestic partnership who require a certified "Certificado de Soltería."
Expat Marriages: Anyone residing abroad who cannot return to the U.S. to navigate the NYC City Clerk's office and needs a professional, hand-carried solution.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
The "Non-Existent" Document Solution: The U.S. does not issue a central "Freedom to Marry" certificate. We create the legal equivalent via a Bilingual Affidavit, execute it via RON, and hand-carry it through the NYC/State "Chain of Legality."
Surgical Speed: We bypass the standard 12-week government mail-in queue, ensuring your wedding timeline remains on track.
Consulate-Ready Guarantee: Includes the Sworn Spanish (or target) translation of both the affidavit and the Apostille page, formatted specifically for 2026 ministerial standards.
Your "Freedom to Marry" Dossier Includes:
Affidavit Drafting: Provision of a professionally drafted English/Spanish Affidavit of Single Status template.
Elite RON Session: One (1) secure Remote Online Notarization to legally execute your affidavit from any location worldwide.
Priority NY State Apostille: In-person authentication through the NYC County Clerk and NY Secretary of State.
Sworn Translation: Certified translation of your dossier to meet the strict linguistic requirements of your destination country.
Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores, Unión Europea y Cooperación +1
All-Inclusive Fees: Covers all RON platform, NYC/State filing, and administrative charges.
Global Priority Shipping: Includes tracked 2-to-3 day domestic or international return shipping.
Planning a Wedding for Two? Save on your joint "Chain of Legality." Secure a secondary 'Freedom to Marry' dossier for a partner or spouse processed in the same priority window for a flat $295 add-on fee.
72-HOUR PRIORITY PROCESSING
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE STAMP INCLUDED
NYC COUNTY CLERK AUTHENTICATION
REQUIRED FOR MIDDLE EAST & ASIA EXPORTS
Who Needs This Service?
Global Exporters: Companies shipping goods to countries that require "Legalized" invoices, such as
Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, or Vietnam.
Shipping & Logistics Firms: Freight forwarders who need an emergency "Hiccup-Free" solution for a client's stalled packing list.
Manufacturers: Businesses providing specialized equipment or medical supplies that require a Certificate of Origin and validated invoices for customs clearance.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
The "Chamber" Bridge: Most apostille services don't handle private commercial stamps. We act as your liaison to the Chamber of Commerce, securing the official seals required for international trade.
Surgical Customs Compliance: We audit your invoice for the required unit prices, weights, and beneficiary data to ensure it meets the specific 2026 regulations of your destination port.
Bypassing the Port Delay: A missing stamp can cost thousands in daily port storage fees. We provide 72-hour turnaround for the full authentication chain, from the Chamber to the Gold Seal Apostille.
Your Export Package Includes:
Chamber of Commerce Certification: Management of the official stamp for your Invoice and Packing List.
NYC County Clerk Authentication: Hand-carry to the Clerk (60 Centre St) for mandatory notary verification.
Priority State Apostille: Hand-carry to the Secretary of State for immediate Gold Seal authentication.
All-Inclusive Fees: Covers the Chamber fees, Clerk fees, and State fees.
Digital-First Delivery: High-resolution scans delivered by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of completion.
Logistics: Priority 72-hour processing. For Middle Eastern countries not in the Hague Convention, additional Embassy Legalization can be added as a supplemental service.
72-HOUR PRIORITY PROCESSING
SECURE RON SESSION INCLUDED (2 signatures included, additional signatures $10 per seal)
SWORN SPANISH TRANSLATION INCLUDED
TRACKED 2-3 DAY SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?
Expats & Global Citizens: U.S. citizens abroad needing to authorize a proxy for property closings, bank matters, or legal representation in the States.
International Business Owners: Relocating your company or assets and needing a legalized "Chain of Legality" for foreign authorities.
Why this is The "Maxwell Standard":
The "Chain of Legality" Authority: We don't just "notarize." We manage the mandatory 3-step Manhattan authentication (Notary → County Clerk → Secretary of State) required for international recognition.
Surgical Translation Link: We provide the Bilingual "Mirror" Translation—ensuring your Spanish-speaking attorney or notary abroad can read exactly what you signed in New York without a "hiccup" in interpretation.
Zero-Travel Execution: From your desk in Da Nang or Madrid to the Gold Seal in Manhattan, we act as your physical proxy. You stay abroad; we handle the bureaucracy.
Your Executive Package Includes:
Elite RON Session: Secure Remote Online Notarization to legally execute your POA via encrypted video link. (2 signatures included, additional signatures $10 per seal)
Two-Step NYC Authentication: Physical hand-carry to the NYC County Clerk and NY Secretary of State for immediate Gold Seal authentication.
Certified Spanish Translation: Professional, sworn-compliant translation of the legalized dossier.
All-Inclusive Fees: Covers all RON platform, County Clerk, and State filing charges.
Global Priority Shipping: Includes tracked 2-to-3 day domestic or international return shipping.
72-HOUR PRIORITY HAND-CARRY
ARTICLES / BYLAWS / GOOD STANDING
TWO (2) SWORN TRANSLATIONS INCLUDED
GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Corporate Suite?
International Business Expansion: U.S. entities opening branches or subsidiaries in Spain, Mexico, or Latin America requiring legalized Articles of Incorporation.
Foreign Bank Account Opening: Corporate officers who must provide a legalized Certificate of Good Standing or Incumbency Certificate to foreign financial institutions.
Global Asset Managers: High-net-worth individuals moving assets into foreign trusts or purchasing commercial real estate through an LLC.
Digital Nomad Business Owners: Remote founders who must legalize their U.S. company docs to prove professional standing for the Spanish DNV.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
The "Clean Title" Audit: Corporate documents are often rejected due to outdated "Good Standing" dates or improper notary wording on Bylaws. We perform a Surgical Audit of your corporate stack before hitting the Manhattan windows.
Bypassing the 12-Week Black Hole: Standard mail-in requests for corporate apostilles are currently facing massive backlogs. We hand-carry your records through the NYC County Clerk and NY Secretary of State for 72-hour turnaround.
Two-Document Translation: Corporate filings often come in pairs (e.g., Articles + Bylaws). This suite includes two (2) sworn-compliant translations to ensure your business dossier is 100% "Foreign-Ready."
Your Executive Package Includes:
Executive Hand-Carry: Direct, in-person submission of your business records to the NYC County Clerk and NY Secretary of State.
Corporate Translation Suite: Includes two (2) sworn-compliant translations (Spanish or target language) of your documents and their respective Apostille pages.
All-Inclusive Filing Fees: Covers all NYC and NY State government authentication, notary, and administrative charges.
High-Resolution Digital Scan: Secure digital delivery by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of completion.
Global Priority Shipping: Includes tracked 2-to-3 day domestic or international return shipping.
Corporate Add-On Rate: Additional corporate documents processed in the same window: $395/doc.
Logistics: Priority 72-hour processing from the date of physical document receipt at our NYC facility. Digital scan guaranteed by 8:00 p.m. EST.
SAME-DAY HAND-CARRY GUARANTEED
SECURE RON SESSION INCLUDED
8:00 PM EST DIGITAL SCAN GUARANTEED
TRACKED GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?
Urgent Visa & Residency Applicants: Professionals with approaching consulate deadlines requiring immediate, legalized Marriage or Divorce status.
International Legal Deadlines: Clients settling overseas estates requiring authenticated NYC court records within a tight window.
Last-Minute Wedding Planners: Couples marrying abroad needing a recently issued, Apostilled "Single Status" or Divorce record.
Critical Career Moves: Relocating professionals proving familial history to foreign HR departments immediately.
Engineered for critical deadlines, our same-day "Speed Suite" ensures your Divorce records are retrieved and legalized with surgical efficiency. We act as your priority proxy to bypass months of mail-in backlogs.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
Expert Proxy Access: We bypass the government mail-in backlog with in-person retrieval from NYC Clerks the same-day of your secured appointment.
Zero-Travel Solution: We act as your physical proxy in New York City while you remain abroad.
All-Inclusive: Includes the required Bilingual Drafting, RON Notarization ($50+ value), and International Shipping ($100+ value).
The Complete Chain of Custody: We physically retrieve your record, hand-carry it for County Certification, and present it for the official Gold Seal Apostille.
Digital-First: Use your high-res scan to start processing while the original is in transit.
Your Premium Bundle Includes:
In-Person Retrieval: Certified record pickup (NYC City Clerk or Supreme Court).
Extended/Exemplified Documents: Guaranteed correct versions for foreign use.
Bilingual Drafting: Provision of the English/Spanish "Single Status" template.
Instant Authentication: Hand-carried for Mandatory County and State Gold Seal.
Legal Execution (RON): Includes session to execute the POA or Affidavit. Note: Must be completed prior to appointment date.
Family Rate: Additional records retrieved in the same mission: $95/doc.
Logistics: Tracked 2-3 day priority shipping. Digital scan by 8:00 PM EST on day of processing.
IMPORTANT: Divorce retrieval is subject to a 2-week court processing period for Exemplified records. Our timeline begins once the Court notifies us of pickup availability.
Divorce Decree retrieval requires the specific Index Number. If you do not have this, a record search will be required.
7–14 BUSINESS DAY RETRIEVAL
SECURE RON SESSION INCLUDED
DIGITAL SCAN INCLUDED
GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?
International Educators: Teachers applying for a Spain Student Visa (Language Assistant/Auxiliares programs) or professional work visas in the UAE, Vietnam, or China.
Licensed Professionals: Educators needing to legalize their NYS Initial or Professional Teaching Certificates issued by the Office of Teaching Initiatives.
ESL/EFL Teachers: Anyone moving abroad with a TEFL, TESOL, or CELTA certificate that must be authenticated in the jurisdiction where it was issued.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
Multi-Tier Coordination: Professional credentials often require distinct paths. A state license may need verification from Albany, while a TEFL certificate requires notarization from the private institution that issued it. We manage all tiers simultaneously.
The "Chain of Legality" Expert: We ensure your professional qualifications meet the strict 2026 ministerial standards, including the mandatory Translator’s Affidavit for foreign education departments.
Surgical Precision: Due to the intensive coordination required with state licensing departments and private certifiers, we limit this service to three (3) active files per week to ensure 100% compliance.
Your Professional Package Includes:
Credential Proxy Retrieval: Authorized retrieval of NYS teaching certifications or official license verifications from the appropriate state authority.
TESOL/TEFL Authentication: We facilitate the notarization and authentication of your specialized teaching certificates through the correct jurisdictional channels.
Multi-Tier Authentication: Includes the primary NYC/NYS Apostille or federal-level legalization required for professional use abroad.
Institutional Liaison: We act as your physical proxy to navigate the "Registrar-to-Apostille" pipeline, ensuring all hand-signed certifications are mission-ready.
Legal Execution (RON): Includes a complimentary RON session to execute any required Power of Attorney (POA) or Authorization letters.
Family Rate: Additional professional credentials (e.g., a spouse's license) processed in the same window: $295/doc.
Logistics: Turnaround is approximately 7–14 business days, subject to state department processing times. Tracked 2-to-3 day priority shipping is included.
4-6 WEEK MANAGED MAIL-IN
SECURE RON SESSION INCLUDED
DIGITAL SCAN INCLUDED
TRACKED SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?
Expats & Global Citizens: Individuals living abroad who need to legally sign a Power of Attorney (POA) or Affidavit and have it apostilled by the State of Florida without returning to the U.S..
Property & Business Owners: Those managing Florida real estate or corporate affairs from another country who require a professional "Chain of Legality" for their legal documents.
Strategic Planners: Clients with a 3-month lead time who want the Maxwell Standard of professional oversight to ensure their document isn't rejected after weeks of waiting.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
The "Hiccup-Free" Guarantee: Florida's 2026 requirements for notarial wording are strict. We manage the RON session to ensure the document is 100% compliant before it ever hits the Tallahassee mailroom.
Expert Mail-In Management: DIY mail-in requests currently face a backlog at the Florida Department of State. We handle the submission, tracking, and mandatory fees to ensure your document moves as fast as the government allows.
Zero-Travel Solution: Use our secure RON session to sign your documents legally via encrypted video from anywhere in the world, then let our team handle the state bureaucracy.
Your Package Includes:
Secure RON Session: One (1) Remote Online Notarization to legally execute your document via encrypted video; includes two (2) signatures.
Professional Mail-In Management: We manage the full "Chain of Legality" through the Florida Department of State in Tallahassee.
All-Inclusive Filing Fees: Covers all Florida state-level authentication and notary administrative charges.
High-Resolution Digital Scan: Secure digital delivery of your authenticated record the moment it is returned to our office.
Complimentary Shipping: Includes tracked 2–3 day domestic return shipping.
Family Rate: Additional apostilles processed in the same mission: $95/doc.
Logistics: Turnaround is currently 4-6 weeks due to high volume at the Florida Department of State. Priority Overnight or Global Courier upgrades are available at a supplemental rate.
72-HOUR PRIORITY PROCESSING
SECURE RON SESSION INCLUDED
SWORN SPANISH TRANSLATION INCLUDED
GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Pan-American Suite?
Latin American Residency Seekers: Specifically engineered for the latest residency requirements in Mexico, Colombia, Costa Rica, Panama, and Argentina.
Property Buyers in the Americas: Investors and retirees purchasing real estate who need legalized and translated Powers of Attorney or financial records.
Digital Nomads & Remote Workers: Professionals relocating to Central or South American hubs requiring "Consulate-Ready" background checks and diplomas.
Dual Citizenship Applicants: Families pursuing ancestry-based citizenship (e.g., Mexico or Argentina) requiring a fully legalized and translated New York dossier.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
Jurisdictional Expertise: We don't just process papers; we verify the specific authentication standards for your destination (e.g., Mexico’s Apostilla vs. Colombia’s requirements) before we hit the window.
Bypassing the 12-Week Void: We hand-carry your records through the NYC County Clerk and Secretary of State, bypassing months of standard mail-in delays.
The Final Link in the Chain: An Apostille is often unusable in Latin America without a sworn, notarized Spanish translation of both the document and the Apostille page itself.
Your Premium Bundle Includes:
Priority NYC/State Apostille: Hand-carry submission of your vital record or legal document to the NYC County Clerk and NY Secretary of State.
Certified Spanish Translation: One (1) sworn-compliant Spanish translation of both the primary document and the Apostille page.
Legal Execution (RON): Includes a complimentary RON session to execute the supporting affidavits or POAs required for your filing.
Digital-First Delivery: High-resolution secure PDF delivery by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of completion.
Global Priority Shipping: Includes tracked 2-to-3 day domestic or priority international return shipping.
Family Rate: Additional document sets processed in the same mission: $295/doc.
Logistics: Tracked 2-to-3 day priority shipping is included. Digital scan of your authenticated and translated document is guaranteed by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of processing.
6–10 WEEK GOVERNMENT QUEUE + 48HR APOSTILLE
EXPERT APPLICATION MANAGEMENT
8:00 PM DIGITAL SCAN GUARANTEED
Who Needs This Service?
Expats Lacking Records: Clients abroad who do not have their NYC Birth or Death certificates and need a professional to manage the complex application process.
"Long-Form" Seekers: Those requiring the specific Vault Copy (Long Form) and Letter of Exemplification required for international Apostilles.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
The Proxy Mailing Strategy: Because NYC prohibits non-attorney in-person pickup for birth records, we manage your application so the City mails the record directly to our NYC processing hub.
Seamless Transition: The moment your record hits our desk, our runner hand-carries it to the County Clerk and Secretary of State. You don't have to wait for it to travel overseas twice.
Zero-Error Guarantee: We prepare the specialized "Apostille-Ready" application to ensure the City issues the correct Long Form and Exemplification the first time.
Your Managed Package Includes:
Application Preparation: Expert drafting of your NYC DOHMH application for the Long-Form Record + Letter of Exemplification.
Mailing Management: We provide our NYC business address as the secure destination for your records.
Rapid Legalization: 48-hour hand-carried Apostille processing once the record is received at our facility.
Family Rate: Additional records managed in the same filing: $95/doc.
Logistics: NYC government processing currently takes 6–10 weeks. Once received, your Apostille and Digital Scan are completed within 48 hours.
5-7 BUSINESS DAY HAND-CARRY
SECURE RON SESSION INCLUDED (includes up to two (2) signatures, additional signatures $10 per seal)
DIGITAL SCAN INCLUDED
TRACKED SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?
Strategic Expats: Professionals in Spain, Vietnam, or Mexico who need to legally execute a Power of Attorney or Affidavit from their desk and have it legalized in NYC.
Remote Property Owners: Individuals managing U.S. assets who need a "Chain of Legality" for deeds or authorizations but aren't in a 24-hour emergency.
Legal & Business Filers: Those requiring a professional, hand-carried NYC Apostille on a notarized document with a 1-week lead time.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
100% Remote Execution: No mailing required. We host your secure RON session via encrypted video, print the "Papered-Out" legal original, and enter it into our hand-carried authentication chain.
Bypassing the Mailroom: Even our standard tier beats the 6-week government mail-in backlog. We batch-process these files to ensure a 5-7 business day turnaround.
Surgical Accuracy: We manage the mandatory 2-step Manhattan authentication (County Clerk → Secretary of State) so your document is "Consulate-Ready" upon arrival.
Your Standard RON Package Includes:
Secure RON Session: One (1) Remote Online Notarization to legally execute your document; includes up to two (2) signatures, additional signatures $10 per seal.
NYC/State Hand-Carry: In-person submission to the Manhattan County Clerk and NY Secretary of State.
All-Inclusive Filing Fees: Covers all RON platform, NYC, and State-level authentication charges.
High-Resolution Digital Scan: Delivered via secure portal by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of completion.
Global Priority Shipping: Includes tracked 2-to-3 day domestic or international return shipping of the "Gold Seal" original.
Family Rate: Additional notarized documents processed in the same session: $95/doc.
24-HOUR HAND-CARRY
SECURE RON SESSION INCLUDED (2 signatures included, additional signatures are $10 per seal)
NEXT-DAY DIGITAL SCAN
GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?
Expats Abroad: Professionals requiring immediate legalization of a U.S. diploma or background check for a foreign work visa.
International Couples: Those marrying abroad who need their single-status affidavits or divorce decrees legalized "yesterday."
Dual Citizenship Applicants: Families fast-tracking their ancestry or residency applications with critical consulate deadlines.
Global Business Owners: Executives requiring immediate authentication of corporate powers of attorney or articles of incorporation.
Why You Need the "Maxwell Standard":
Time Saved: We bypass the government mail-in backlog. We finish the job in 24 hours.
All-Inclusive: No hidden fees for Notarization ($50+ value) or International Shipping ($100+ value).
Digital-First: Use your high-res scan to start your processing while the original is in transit.
Engineered for critical deadlines, our 24-hour "Speed Suite" ensures your chain of legality is finalized with surgical efficiency. We act as your priority proxy to hand-carry your records through the County Clerk and Secretary of State, bypassing months of mail-in backlogs.
Your Priority Package Includes:
Next-Day Hand-Carry: Dedicated field agent submission for 24-hour government processing.
High-Resolution Digital Scan: Delivered via secure portal by 8:00 p.m. EST within 24 hours of document receipt.
Included Express Shipping: Tracked 2–3 day domestic or priority international return shipping is included.
Legal Execution (RON): Includes a complimentary Remote Online Notarization (RON) session (2 signatures included, additional signatures are $10 per seal) for supporting affidavits, POAs, or document execution, etc. To guarantee 24-hour processing, sessions must be completed by 6:30 AM ET / 11:30 AM GMT.
Family Rate: Additional apostilles processed in the same 24-hour window: $95/doc.
Concierge Oversight: Strictly limited daily slots (Tues–Thurs) to maintain the Maxwell Standard of 1:1 file management.
Logistics: Tracked 2-to-3 day priority shipping is included. Priority Overnight or Global Courier upgrades are available at a supplemental rate. Digital scan of your authenticated document is guaranteed by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of processing.
SAME-DAY HAND-CARRY GUARANTEED
SECURE RON SESSION INCLUDED (2 signatures included, additional signatures are $10 per seal)
8:00 PM EST DIGITAL SCAN GUARANTEED
TRACKED GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?
Strategic Expatriates: Professionals planning an international move in the next 3–6 months who want to secure their legalized marriage or divorce records early without the stress of a government backlog.
Residency & Visa Renewals: Global citizens already living abroad who need to update their legal status and require a reliable, professional link back to the New York City Clerks.
Property & Estate Planners: Individuals managing overseas real estate or probate matters who need "Apostille-Ready" certified copies of NYC records for future legal proceedings.
Time-Conscious Professionals: Clients who want the Maxwell Standard of professional oversight and "Chain of Custody" management who don’t have an immediate need.
Our most popular managed solution for clients requiring professional oversight without an immediate emergency. We act as your authorized proxy to navigate the NYC and State authentication chain, ensuring your records are mission-ready while you remain abroad.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
Expert Proxy Access:We bypass the government mail-in backlog with in-person retrieval from NYC Clerks the same-day of our secured in-person appointment and completed authorization. Divorce records are subject to a mandatory 2-week court processing period for Exemplified records.
All-Inclusive: Includes the required POA Notarization ($50+ value) and International Shipping ($100+ value).
The Complete Chain of Custody: We don't just "order" the paper. Our agents physically retrieve your record at the source, hand-carry it to the mandatory County Clerk for signature certification, and finally present it to the Secretary of State for the official Gold Seal Apostille.
Zero-Travel Solution: Eliminate the need for expensive international flights and frustrating days spent in Manhattan government offices. We act as your physical proxy in New York City while you remain in the comfort of your home abroad.
Digital-First: Use your high-res scan to start your processing while the original is in transit.
Your Premium Bundle Includes:
In-Person Retrieval: Certified record pickup from the NYC City Clerk or County Clerk.
Extended Certificate for Foreign Use.
Instant Authentication: Hand-carried for Mandatory County Certification and the NYS Secretary of State Apostille.
Legal Execution (RON): Includes a complimentary RON session to execute the Limited Power of Attorney (POA) required for our staff to access your records. (2 signatures included, additionalsignatures are $10 per seal).
Family Rate: Additional records retrieved in the same mission: $95/doc.
Logistics: Tracked 2-to-3 day priority shipping is included. Priority Overnight or Global Courier upgrades are available at a supplemental rate. Digital scan guaranteed by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of processing.
IMPORTANT: NYC Marriage Record appointments are currently 2 weeks out. Our 'Priority' timeline (Same-Day/48-72 hours) begins once the appointment for the Extended Certificate is completed.
IMPORTANT: Divorce Decree retrieval is subject to a mandatory 2-week Court Clerk processing period for Exemplified records. Our 'Priority' timeline (Same-Day/48-72 hours) begins once the Court Clerk notifies us that your Exemplified record is ready for physical pickup.
Divorce Decree retrieval requires the specific Index Number. If you do not have this, a record search will be required.
Don't wait for mail-in processing, we are booking slots now, secure your spot in the Manhattan queue today.
SAME-DAY HAND-CARRY GUARANTEED
SECURE RON SESSION INCLUDED (2 signatures included, additional signatures $10 per seal)
8:00 PM EST DIGITAL SCAN GUARANTEED
TRACKED GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?
Urgent Visa & Residency Applicants: Professionals who have a fast-approaching consulate appointment and require an immediate, legalized Marriage Certificate or Divorce Decree to finalize their status.
International Legal Deadlines: Clients settling time-sensitive overseas estates or legal disputes that require authenticated NYC court records within a tight window.
Last-Minute Wedding Planners: Couples marrying abroad who discovered at the last minute that their destination country requires a recently issued, Apostilled "Single Status" or Divorce record.
Critical Career Moves: Professionals relocating for high-level roles who need to prove familial status or marital history to foreign HR departments immediately.
Engineered for critical deadlines, our same-day "Speed Suite" ensures your Marriage or Divorce records are retrieved and legalized with surgical efficiency. We act as your priority proxy to bypass weeks/months of mail-in backlogs.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
Expert Proxy Access:We bypass the government mail-in backlog with in-person retrieval from NYC Clerks the same-day of our secured in-person appointment and completed authorization. Divorce records are subject to a mandatory 2-week court processing period for Exemplified records.
Zero-Travel Solution: Eliminate the need for expensive international flights and frustrating days spent in Manhattan government offices. We act as your physical proxy in New York City while you remain in the comfort of your home abroad.
All-Inclusive: Includes the required POA Notarization ($50+ value) and International Shipping ($100+ value).
The Complete Chain of Custody: We don't just "order" the paper. Our staff physically retrieves your record at the source, hand-carry it to the mandatory County Clerk for signature certification, and finally present it to the Secretary of State for the official Gold Seal Apostille.
Digital-First: Use your high-res scan to start your processing while the original is in transit.
Your Premium Bundle Includes:
In-Person Retrieval: Certified record pickup from the NYC City Clerk or County Clerk.
Extended Certificate for Foreign Use.
Instant Authentication: Hand-carried for Mandatory County Certification and the NYS Secretary of State Apostille.
Legal Execution (RON): Includes a complimentary RON session to execute the Limited Power of Attorney (POA) required for our staff to access your records. Note: Must be completed prior to appointment date.
Family Rate: Additional records retrieved in the same mission: $95/doc.
Logistics: Tracked 2-to-3 day priority shipping is included. Priority Overnight or Global Courier upgrades are available at a supplemental rate. Digital scan guaranteed by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of processing.
IMPORTANT: NYC Marriage Record appointments are currently 2 weeks out. Our 'Priority' timeline (Same-Day/48-72 hours) begins once the appointment for the Extended Certificate is completed.
IMPORTANT: Divorce Decree retrieval is subject to a mandatory 2-week Court Clerk processing period for Exemplified records. Our 'Priority' timeline (Same-Day/48-72 hours) begins once the Court Clerk notifies us that your Exemplified record is ready for physical pickup.
Divorce Decree retrieval requires the specific Index Number. If you do not have this, a record search will be required.
Don't wait for mail-in processing, we are booking slots now, secure your spot in the Manhattan queue today.
5-7 BUSINESS DAY RETRIEVAL
SECURE RON SESSION INCLUDED
DIGITAL SCAN INCLUDED
GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?:
Strategic Expats: Professionals planning a relocation who need legalized Birth, Marriage, or Divorce records without the stress of a 90-day government mail-in backlog.
Family Archivists: Those gathering a large volume of genealogical or ancestry documents for dual citizenship applications (Italy, Ireland, etc.) who require professional certification but aren't in an emergency.
Property & Estate Planners: Individuals managing overseas real estate or probate matters who need "Apostille-Ready" certified copies of New York records for future legal proceedings.
Time-Conscious Professionals: Global citizens who want the Maxwell Standard of professional oversight and "Chain of Custody" management.
Our most popular strategic tier for clients requiring certified replacement vital records from Nassau, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties. This managed solution is designed for those who require professional oversight but do not have an immediate emergency. We act as your authorized proxy to navigate the local and state authentication chain.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
Reliable Speed: We bypass the government mail-in backlog. Even our standard service is weeks/months faster than mailing a request to the State Bureau of Vital Statistics.
The Complete Chain of Custody: We don't just "order" the paper. We physically retrieve it, take it to the mandatory County Clerk for certification, and then to the Secretary of State for the final Gold Seal.
Zero-Travel Solution: We act as your physical proxy in the New York suburbs so you don't have to fly back to the U.S. to visit Town Halls or County Clerks in person.
All-Inclusive: No hidden fees for the required POA Notarization or International Shipping.
Digital-First: Use your high-res scan to start your processing while the original is in transit.
Your Standard Package Includes:
Authorized Proxy Retrieval: Retrieval of your Certified Transcript/Record from the local Registrar.
Two-Step Authentication: Mandatory County Clerk Certification and the NYS Secretary of State Apostille.
Digital Delivery: High-resolution scan delivered via secure portal.
Complimentary Express Shipping: Tracked 2-to-3 day domestic or priority international return shipping included.
Legal Execution (RON): Includes a complimentary RON session to execute the Limited Power of Attorney (POA).
Family Rate: Additional records retrieved in the same mission: $95/doc.
Note: Travel surcharge applies for distance from NYC.
Logistics: Tracked 2-to-3 day priority shipping is included. Priority Overnight or Global Courier upgrades available at a supplemental rate. Digital scan guaranteed by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of processing.
7–10 BUSINESS DAY TURNAROUND
PROPRIETARY FEDERAL SUBMISSION
DIGITAL SCAN INCLUDED
GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Federal Service?
International Visa Applicants: Professionals who already have their FBI report and need it legalized for a work visa in Hague Convention countries (e.g., Spain, South Korea, UAE).
Residency & Dual Citizenship Candidates: Individuals fast-tracking ancestry or residency applications that require a finalized federal "Chain of Legality."
Global Career Relocators: Executives moving for high-profile roles who must provide an authenticated federal background check to foreign HR departments.
Legal & Corporate Entities: Parties requiring the official federal seal on an existing FBI Identity History Summary for international litigation.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
Bypassing the 6-Week Void: Standard mail-in requests to the U.S. Department of State currently face a 1.5-month backlog. We utilize our proprietary submission network to target a 7–10 business day turnaround.
Strategic Federal Oversight: Federal documents (FBI, DOJ, etc.) can only be legalized at the federal level. We bridge that distance for you, managing the entire lifecycle of your document with surgical precision.
All-Inclusive Expertise: We handle the complex federal filing requirements and all associated government and administrative fees. You provide the document; we provide the result.
Your Priority Package Includes:
Federal Priority Management: Direct management and submission of your FBI Background Check to the U.S. Department of State Office of Authentications.
Intake Verification: A senior agent reviews your FBI PDF or original document to ensure it meets strict federal "originality" standards to prevent costly rejections.
All-Inclusive Federal Fees: Your price includes all mandatory government filing, administrative, and processing charges.
High-Resolution Digital Scan: A secure digital copy of your Federal Apostille is delivered via portal by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of authentication.
Complimentary Express Shipping: Includes tracked 2–3 day domestic or priority international return shipping of your original document.
Family Rate: Additional federal apostilles processed in the same window: $95/doc.
Logistics: Turnaround is approximately 7–10 business days from the date of physical document receipt at our processing facility. Digital scan is guaranteed by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of completion.
7–12 BUSINESS DAY EXPEDITED SERVICE
CERTIFIED TRUE COPY COORDINATION
U.S. DEPT OF STATE (D.C.) "GOLD SEAL"
REQUIRED FOR FOREIGN CITIZENSHIP
Who Needs This Service?
Dual Citizenship Applicants: Specifically for those pursuing citizenship in Spain, Italy, or Germany who must prove their U.S. naturalization status.
Global Relocators: Individuals moving assets or children abroad who require federal-level proof of citizenship.
International Legal Matters: For use in foreign courts or registries that do not accept state-level documents for federal matters.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
The Federal Restriction: A Certificate of Naturalization cannot be notarized by a standard notary or apostilled by a state. It must be certified by USCIS and then authenticated by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C..
Surgical D.C. Speed: While mail-in requests are currently stalled, we utilize a specialized system to target a 7–12 business day turnaround once the certified copy is obtained.
Zero-Risk "True Copy": We provide the roadmap for your USCIS field office appointment to ensure you receive the exact "True Copy" stamp required for federal acceptance.
Your Executive Package Includes:
Certified True Copy Guidance: Professional instructions for your USCIS appointment to secure the mandatory federal certification.
D.C. Priority Management: Hand-carry submission to the U.S. Department of State Office of Authentications.
All-Inclusive Federal Fees: Covers the USDOS government filing fee and administrative courier charges.
High-Resolution Digital Scan: Secure digital delivery by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of return.
Tracked Express Shipping: Includes tracked 2-to-3 day domestic return shipping.
⚠️ Logistics Disclaimer:
USCIS Step: The client must physically attend a local USCIS office with their original certificate to obtain the "True Copy". Maxwell & Co. handles all steps after this certification is obtained.
Never mail your original Naturalization Certificate to D.C., they won't accept it without the USCIS True Copy stamp, and you risk losing your most important document. Let us manage the 'Chain of Legality' correctly, book today.
7–12 BUSINESS DAY EXPEDITED COURIER
FEDERAL "CHAIN OF LEGALITY"
DIGITAL SCAN INCLUDED
RETIREE & NOMAD ESSENTIAL
Who Needs This Federal Authentication?
Spanish NLV Applicants: Retirees proving "Passive Income" to the Spanish Consulate.
Digital Nomads: Professionals using Social Security or disability benefits to meet the "Self-Sufficiency" income thresholds for European or Latin American residency.
Global Expats: U.S. citizens in Vietnam, Thailand, or Mexico who need their income legally recognized by foreign banks or immigration authorities.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
Washington D.C. Priority: We manage the full submission to the U.S. Department of State (USDOS). We bypass the "standard" mail-in void, targeting a 7–12 business day window for expedited courier clients.
The Federal Audit: We verify your SSA "Budget Letter" is dated within the last 30–60 days and contains the necessary federal signatures before it leaves for D.C., preventing costly rejections.
Zero-Travel Solution: You stay in Da Nang; we handle the D.C. bureaucracy. We coordinate the federal authentication and the secure return of your "Proof of Income" dossier.
Your Federal Package Includes:
Federal Administrative Audit: Expert review of your SSA-issued letter for "Hague Convention" compliance.
Washington D.C. Submission: Priority processing through the USDOS Office of Authentications.
All-Inclusive Federal Fees: Covers all USDOS government filing, notary, and administrative charges.
High-Resolution Digital Scan: Secure digital delivery by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of completion.
Tracked Express Shipping: Includes tracked 2-to-3 day domestic return shipping.
⚠️ Logistics & Timeline:
Current Backlog: Federal processing is subject to USDOS volume. Expedited Courier: 7–12 business days; Standard: 4–6 weeks.
Requirement: Letter must be an original, recently issued SSA Benefit Verification Letter (dated within 30-60 days).
SWORN SPANISH TRANSLATION
NOTARIZED AFFIDAVIT INCLUDED
SAME-DAY DIGITAL DELIVERY
GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?
2026 Spanish Visa Applicants: Specifically tailored for the latest NLV (Non-Lucrative Visa) and Digital Nomad Visa requirements.
Dual Citizenship Candidates: Individuals pursuing Spanish or Latin American citizenship (Ley de Memoria Democrática or Sephardic ancestry) requiring a fully legalized dossier.
International Marriage & Estate Matters: Clients marrying in Spain, Mexico, or Colombia who need legalized divorce decrees or birth certificates translated by a sworn professional.
Global Career Relocators: Professionals moving to Spanish-speaking territories who require "Consulate-Ready" translations of their FBI background checks and diplomas.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
The Final Link in the Chain: An Apostille is often unusable in a Spanish-speaking country without a sworn, notarized translation of both the document and the Apostille page itself.
Consulate-Ready Guarantee: We provide the mandatory Certificate of Accuracy(Translator’s Affidavit) signed and notarized by a Commissioned New York Notary to meet strict ministerial requirements.
All-Inclusive Pricing: No "per-word" surprises. Our flat fee covers standard vital records and FBI background checks, including the translation of all official seals and stamps.
Your Premium Translation Package Includes:
Dual-Layer Translation: Professional Spanish translation of your primary record plus the official Apostille authentication page.
Certificate of Accuracy: Includes a signed and notarized Translator’s Affidavit/Certification as required by international law.
Digital-First: High-resolution digital delivery by 8:00 p.m. EST, allowing you to begin your application while the original is in transit.
Expedited Hard-Copy Dispatch: Physical copies of the sworn translation are prepared for immediate shipping.
Global Priority Shipping: Includes tracked 2-to-3 day domestic or priority international return shipping.
Family Rate: Additional standard documents (Birth/Marriage) translated in the same order: $95/doc.
Logistics: Tracked 2-to-3 day priority shipping is included. Priority Overnight or Global Courier upgrades are available at a supplemental rate. Digital scan guaranteed by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of processing.
Optional Upgrade: NYC County Clerk Authentication (+$95)
Highly Recommended for Spanish Visas. We hand-carry your notarized translation to the County Clerk to authenticate the Notary’s signature, fulfilling the specific "Double-Authentication" requirement often demanded by Spanish and Latin American consulates.
7–10 BUSINESS DAY PROCESSING
PROPRIETARY FEDERAL SUBMISSION
SWORN SPANISH TRANSLATION INCLUDED
GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Federal Suite?
2026 Spanish Visa Applicants: Specifically engineered for the latest NLV (Non-Lucrative Visa) and Digital Nomad Visa requirements for Spain.
International Residency Seekers: Professionals moving to Mexico, Colombia, or other Spanish-speaking territories requiring a legalized "Police Certificate."
Dual Citizenship Candidates: Individuals pursuing ancestry-based citizenship who require a finalized, translated federal "Chain of Legality."
Global Career Relocators: High-level executives who must provide an authenticated and translated FBI Background Check for immediate foreign residency permits.
Why the Federal Suite is the Maxwell Standard:
Bypassing the 6-Week Void: Standard mail-in requests for federal apostilles currently face a 1.5-month backlog. We utilize our proprietary submission network to target a 7–10 business day turnaround.
Consulate-Ready Guarantee: We don't just translate the background check; we provide a sworn-compliant Spanish translation of both the FBI Report and the Federal Apostille page to meet strict 2026 ministerial standards.
Managed Chain of Custody: We bridge the distance between your fingerprints and the final foreign consulate. We manage the federal authentication in Washington, D.C., followed by expert translation and notarization in our NYC hub.
Your Premium Bundle Includes:
Federal Priority Management: Direct management and submission of your FBI Background Check to the U.S. Department of State Office of Authentications.
Certified Spanish Translation: Professional, sworn-compliant Spanish translation of both the FBI Background Check and the Federal Apostille authentication page.
Translator’s Affidavit: Includes a signed and notarized Certificate of Accuracy as required by international law.
All-Inclusive Fees: Your price includes all mandatory government filing, administrative, and sworn translation charges.
Digital-First Delivery: High-resolution secure PDF delivery of your authenticated and translated records by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of completion.
Complimentary Express Shipping: Includes tracked 2–3 day domestic or priority international return shipping of your original documents.
Logistics: Turnaround is approximately 7–10 business days from the date of physical document receipt at our processing facility. Digital scan is guaranteed by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of retrieval.
72-HOUR PROXY RETRIEVAL
SECURE RON SESSION INCLUDED
SAME-DAY DIGITAL SCAN
GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?
Expats Lacking Original Records: Professionals already living abroad who realized their original birth or marriage certificate is lost, damaged, or not the version required by their host country.
Dual Citizenship Seekers: Individuals applying for Italian, Irish, or Polish citizenship who need "Apostille-Ready" certified copies of ancestral records from Long Island or Westchester.
International Marriage Applicants: Couples planning a wedding abroad who need a recently issued, legalized "Single Status" or Divorce Decree to satisfy foreign marriage laws.
Urgent Estate Settlers: Family members settling an overseas inheritance who must provide legalized death certificates or kinship records to foreign probate courts immediately.
The absolute pinnacle of document mobility for clients requiring new or certified replacement vital records from Nassau, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties. We provide a dedicated proxy to physically retrieve your records and hand-carry them through the mandatory County and State authentication chain.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
Expert Proxy Access:The Zero-Travel Solution. We act as your physical proxy in New York so you don't have to fly back to the U.S. to visit Town Halls or County Clerks in person. We use a notarized Power of Attorney to act on your behalf, bypassing the mail-in backlog.
All-Inclusive: No hidden fees for the required POA Notarization ($50+ value) or International Shipping ($100+ value).
Surgical Precision: Our dedicated field proxy personally oversees the County Clerk → Secretary of State chain, catching any clerical errors at the window to prevent a rejection.
Digital-First: Use your high-res scan to start your processing while the original is in transit.
Your Premium Bundle Includes:
Certified Proxy Retrieval: We physically visit the Town or City Clerk to secure your Certified Transcript/Record.
Two-Step Authentication: Hand-carried to the County Clerk for Mandatory Certification and the Secretary of State for the final Apostille (Gold Seal).
High-Resolution Digital Scan: Delivered via secure portal by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of authentication.
Complimentary Express Shipping: Tracked 2-to-3 day domestic or priority international return shipping included.
Legal Execution (RON): Includes a complimentary RON session to execute the Limited Power of Attorney (POA) required for our runner to access your records.
Family Rate: Additional records retrieved in the same mission: $95/doc.
Concierge Exclusivity: Strictly limited daily slots (Tues–Thurs) to ensure 1:1 attention.
Note: Travel surcharge applies for distance from NYC.
Logistics: Tracked 2-to-3 day priority shipping is included. Priority Overnight or Global Courier upgrades available at a supplemental rate. Digital scan guaranteed by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of processing.
SAME-DAY HAND-CARRY GUARANTEED
SECURE RON SESSION INCLUDED
8:00 PM DIGITAL SCAN GUARANTEED
TRACKED GLOBAL SHIPPING INCLUDED
The absolute Maxwell standard for emergency international legalities. We act as your dedicated proxy to hand-carry documents through the NYC County Clerk and Secretary of State for immediate, same-day authentication. This white-glove service bypasses 12-week backlogs with surgical speed and dedicated field oversight.
Who Needs This Emergency Service?
Emergency Visa Applicants: Professionals with "flight-tonight" deadlines who need an immediate Apostille on a background check or diploma to enter a new country.
Time-Sensitive Business Transactions: Executives closing international mergers or real estate deals that require a notarized Power of Attorney legalized by the end of the business day.
Estate & Probate Matters: Beneficiaries settling overseas estates who need death certificates or legal affidavits authenticated and shipped immediately to prevent legal forfeiture.
Urgent Marriage Requirements: Couples marrying at a foreign consulate or destination who realized at the last minute they are missing a legalized single-status affidavit or divorce decree.
Why You Need the "Maxwell Standard":
Time Saved: We bypass the government mail-in backlog. We finish the job same-day.
Surgical Precision: Our dedicated field proxy personally oversees the County Clerk → Secretary of State chain, catching any clerical errors at the window to prevent a rejection.
All-Inclusive: No hidden fees for Notarization ($50+ value) or International Shipping ($100+ value).
Digital-First: Use your high-res scan to start your processing while the original is in transit.
Your Package Includes:
Emergency Hand-Carry: Immediate, first-priority submission to State offices for same-day government processing.
High-Resolution Digital Scan: Delivered via secure portal by 8:00 p.m. ET on the day of authentication.
Complimentary 2-3 Day Shipping: Tracked domestic express or priority international return shipping included.
Legal Flexibility: Includes a complimentary Remote Online Notarization (RON) session for supporting affidavits, POAs, or document execution, etc. Note: RON must be completed by 6:30 AM ET/ 11:30 AM GMT for same-day processing.
Family Rate: Additional apostilles processed in the same mission: $295/doc.
Elite Exclusivity: Strictly limited daily slots (Tues–Thurs) to ensure 1:1 concierge-level attention to your file.
Logistics: Tracked 2-to-3 day priority shipping is included. Priority Overnight or Global Courier upgrades are available at a supplemental rate. Digital scan of your authenticated document is guaranteed by 8:00 p.m. ET on the day of processing.
5-7 BUSINESS DAY PROCESSING
DIGITAL SCAN INCLUDED
TRACKED SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?
Document Holders: Clients who already possess their original NYC Birth, Death, Marriage, or Divorce certificates and need them legalized for international use.
Strategic Planners: Professionals with a 3–6 month lead time who want to avoid the standard government mail-in backlogs.
⚠️ Important: Do You Have the Correct "Long Form"?
NYC Birth & Death Certificates: These must be the Long-Form (Vault Copy) and include the original Letter of Exemplification.
Need the Correct Record? If you do not have these specific documents, please use our Managed NYC Vital Record Filing service. We will manage the complex government application to ensure the correct "Apostille-Ready" record is mailed directly to our NYC hub for immediate processing.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
No Notarization Required: Vital records are government-issued and do not require notarization. They move directly to our hand-carried authentication chain.
Bypassing the Backlog: We hand-carry your original records to the NYC County Clerk and Secretary of State, skipping the mail-in queue.
Expert Pre-Audit: We verify your record’s "Apostille-Ready" status the moment it arrives at our facility to prevent government rejections.
Your Managed Proxy Package Includes:
Professional Proxy Submission: Hand-carried delivery to NYC government offices, bypassing months of standard mailing delays.
Reliable Turnaround: 5-7 business day processing window from the date of physical document receipt at our NYC facility.
All-Inclusive Filing Fees: Covers all NYC County Clerk and New York Secretary of State authentication charges.
High-Resolution Digital Scan: Secure digital delivery of your authenticated records by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of completion.
Complimentary Shipping: Includes tracked 2-to-3 day domestic return shipping.
Logistics: Tracked 2-to-3 day priority shipping is included. Priority Overnight or Global Courier upgrades are available at a supplemental rate. Digital scan guaranteed by 8:00 p.m. EST on the day of processing.
15–20 BUSINESS DAY TURNAROUND
EXPERT ADMINISTRATIVE AUDIT
DIGITAL SCAN INCLUDED
TRACKED SHIPPING INCLUDED
Who Needs This Service?
Florida Property & Business Owners: Individuals executing a Power of Attorney, Corporate Bylaws, or Real Estate deeds for international use.
Florida-Educated Professionals: Graduates from FSU, UF, UM, or other Florida institutions needing to legalize their diplomas or transcripts for foreign work visas.
Expat Families: Those with Florida-issued birth or marriage certificates who are relocating to Hague Convention countries and have a 2-month lead time.
International Legal Filers: Parties needing to authenticate Florida Notarized Affidavits or Sworn Statements for foreign court proceedings.
Why this is the Maxwell Standard:
Bypassing the 6-Week Void: Standard DIY mail-in requests to the Florida Department of State are currently facing a 4-to-6 week backlog. We utilize our established filing protocols to target a 15–20 business dayturnaround.
The "Hiccup-Free" Audit: Florida has strict 2026 requirements for Notary Wordingand Original signatures. We audit your physical document upon arrival at our intake center to ensure it is 100% compliant before it ever hits the Tallahassee window, preventing costly rejections.
Zero-Guesswork Filing: We handle the complex Department of State Request Formsand all mandatory state-level fees ($10–$20 depending on document type) on your behalf.
Your Managed Florida Package Includes:
Professional State Submission: We manage the full "Chain of Legality" through the Florida Division of Corporations Apostille Section in Tallahassee.
Administrative Audit: A senior agent reviews your physical document to ensure it meets Florida’s strict 2026 authentication standards.
All-Inclusive Filing Fees: Covers all state-level authentication and administrative processing charges.
High-Resolution Digital Scan: Secure digital delivery of your authenticated record the moment it is retrieved.
Complimentary Shipping: Includes tracked 2-to-3 day domestic return shipping.
Family Rate: Additional apostilles processed in the same standard window: $95/doc.
Logistics: Turnaround is approximately 15–20 business days from the date of physical document receipt at our processing facility. Priority Overnight or Global Courier upgrades are available at a supplemental rate.
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