Birth Certificate Apostille Services

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An apostille is a certification that verifies the authenticity of a document, such as a birth certificate, for use in foreign countries. It ensures that the document is recognized and accepted as valid in other countries that are members of the Hague Convention.

An apostille is required to ensure the authenticity and validity of a birth certificate in foreign countries. This certification verifies the document’s origin and the authority of the issuing entity.

You need an apostille for a birth certificate when you are required to submit it to a foreign government for purposes such as applying for a visa or residency, getting married abroad, enrolling in a foreign school, conducting international business, or legal matters in a foreign country.

Typically, an apostille is issued for original documents. However, some authorities may allow apostilling a notarized copy of the birth certificate.

In some cases, you may need to translate your birth certificate into the official language of the country where it will be used. This requirement varies by country.

Without an apostille, a birth certificate may not be considered valid or legally binding outside of its country of origin, which can complicate legal and administrative processes abroad.