Transcript Copy Services by Apostil Inc.
Transcript copy services are required when original academic records cannot be submitted due to loss, archive limits, or international compliance rules. Apostil Inc. works directly with accredited U.S. colleges and universities to retrieve official transcript copies from the original registrar. In the United States, over 4,200 degree-granting institutions store transcripts under FERPA, allowing release only after strict identity verification. Our specialists verify institution codes and retention policies before filing a request. Processing takes 3–15 business days depending on whether records are digital or microfilm. Each transcript copy is issued sealed or as a secure PDF, suitable for apostille or embassy legalization and accepted in 120+ Hague Convention countries.
Request a Copy of Transcript for Legal Use
When clients request a copy of a transcript, the purpose of use determines the technical format. Courts, credential evaluators, and foreign ministries often reject unofficial or student-issued copies. Apostil Inc. ensures the transcript is issued as an official registrar copy with authentication elements such as registrar signature, embossed seal, or secure digital verification code. Under AACRAO standards, improperly issued transcripts cause nearly 18% of international document rejections. We pre-check destination country requirements, including notarization and apostille eligibility. If legalization is required, the transcript is routed through the Secretary of State in the issuing jurisdiction, reducing delays and preventing document invalidation.
Get Copy of Transcript Online Without Errors
Many institutions allow clients to get a copy of transcript online, but automated platforms often fail when records predate 2000 or when schools have merged or closed. Apostil Inc. manually audits registrar databases, legacy archives, and state education repositories to locate historical academic records. In the U.S., transcript retention periods vary from 30 years to permanent storage, depending on the state and institution type. Our team verifies student identity using multi-step validation to meet FERPA and institutional compliance standards. Digital transcript copies are delivered in encrypted formats, accepted by WES, ECE, and other credential evaluation bodies. This approach reduces rejection rates and ensures compatibility with immigration, employment, and academic review systems.
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- - Same-day or 3-hour rush service (NYC only)
- - Certified translation into 50+ languages
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Obtain a Copy of Transcript for Apostille
To obtain a copy of transcript suitable for apostille, the document must originate from the issuing institution and remain unaltered throughout the certification chain. Apostil Inc. coordinates transcript issuance, notarization where applicable, and state-level apostille processing under the 1961 Hague Convention. Currently, 60 U.S. jurisdictions issue apostilles, each with specific formatting rules. Incorrect seals or third-party certifications are a common cause of apostille refusal. Our process aligns transcript formatting with state authentication requirements, ensuring acceptance by foreign universities, licensing boards, and immigration authorities. Average apostille turnaround ranges from 2 to 10 business days, depending on state workload and document volume.
Order a Copy of Transcript Through Apostil Inc.
Clients who order a copy of transcript through Apostil Inc. receive end-to-end support from retrieval to final delivery. We track institutional response times, verify transcript completeness, and confirm that grading scales and credit systems are fully visible, which is critical for international evaluation. More than 70% of foreign credential reviews require transcripts issued within the last 12 months. Apostil Inc. ensures compliance with these validity windows and provides secure international shipping or certified electronic delivery. With documented experience across education, immigration, and legal sectors, our service reduces processing risks and ensures your transcript copy is accepted the first time, without costly resubmissions or delays.
A transcript copy is issued by the school, college, or university where the academic records were maintained.
What you need to provide
- A certified copy of the transcript
- An original Exemplification Letter
- The document must be issued by the educational institution or relevant state authority
- Provide return shipping information
Pricing
- Record retrieval: from $99
- Institution fees: not included
- Rush / courier service: additional fee
- Shipping: based on destination and speed
Processing Time
- Record request: 7–12 business days
- Rush / Hand-filed service: 2–4 days
Important
The apostille is issued only by the institution or in the state where the transcript was originally issued, if applicable.
