Yes. A document may be eligible for an apostille even if it is written in a language other than English. However, the requirements can vary depending on the type of document, where it was issued, and the country where it will be used.

For documents notarized by a Florida Notary Public, the Florida Department of State requires the notarial statement to be in English. The document itself may be written in another language. Florida Department of State

If a translation is required, it is important to determine the receiving country's requirements before beginning the apostille process. Some countries or receiving agencies may require a certified translation or have other document-specific requirements. The Florida Department of State does not provide translation services and states that the person translating a document cannot also be the person who notarizes it. Florida Department of State

B. Elise Notary Services can assist with apostille facilitation and can coordinate professional document translation through affiliate partners when needed. Because requirements vary by document and destination country, we recommend confirming the requirements before processing begins.