If you're planning to use your U.S. marriage certificate outside the United States—for immigration, dual citizenship, inheritance, or even remarriage—you will most likely need an
apostille. This special form of authentication ensures your marriage certificate will be legally recognized in any country that is a member of the
Hague Apostille Convention.
What Is an Apostille for a Marriage Certificate?An apostille is an official government certificate attached to your U.S. marriage certificate to verify its authenticity. It confirms that the document was issued by the appropriate U.S. authority and is eligible for international use under the Hague Convention of 1961.
Whether your certificate was issued in
California, New York, Texas, Florida, or any other U.S. state or Washington, DC, we can assist with fast, secure, and nationwide apostille service.
Why Might You Need an Apostille for a Marriage Certificate?You may be required to apostille your marriage certificate for various reasons, such as:
- Immigration or visa applications
- Dual citizenship or naturalization
- Legal matters abroad (e.g., inheritance or taxes)
- Remarrying in another country
- Spouse visa applications
- Changing marital status in a foreign country
In each of these cases, an apostille proves that your U.S. marriage certificate is genuine and valid internationally.
We Apostille Marriage Certificates From All 50 U.S. StatesNo matter where your document was issued—from
Los Angeles to Miami, or
Chicago to Phoenix—our team can process your marriage certificate for apostille. We handle certificates from:
- All 50 states
- Washington, DC
- U.S. territories (such as Puerto Rico, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands)
We also offer guidance on
county or state-level vs. long-form marriage certificates, and help you determine which version is eligible for apostille.
What Does the Apostille Process Involve?Here’s how it works:
- Document Review – We check your marriage certificate to ensure it qualifies.
- Submission to the Right Office – Apostilles are issued by either the Secretary of State of the issuing state or the U.S. Department of State, depending on the document type.
- Authentication & Return – Once authenticated, your document is returned ready for use internationally.
We offer regular and expedited services, and provide clear timelines and tracking.
Countries That Recognize a U.S. ApostilleU.S. apostilles are valid in over 100 countries, including:
- Mexico, Colombia, Dominican Republic
- Spain, Italy, France, Germany
- Japan, South Korea, Australia
- South Africa, Argentina, Peru
Whether you're dealing with Latin America, Europe, or Asia, we ensure your U.S. marriage certificate is accepted abroad.
Not sure if your destination country accepts apostilles? We can confirm it for you—just ask.
Apostille vs. Legalization: What’s the Difference?If your destination country is not part of the Hague Apostille Convention (e.g., China, UAE, Egypt), your marriage certificate will require consular legalization instead of an apostille. Please note that we do not currently offer consular legalization, only apostille services for eligible countries.
Why Choose Our Apostille Service?- ✅ All 50 U.S. States + DC covered
- ✅ Fast & secure processing
- ✅ Transparent pricing – no hidden fees
- ✅ Guidance on document requirements
- ✅ Recognized in 100+ countries
- ✅ Nationwide and remote service
Our team has processed thousands of apostilles for individuals, couples, law firms, and international organizations.
Ready to Apostille Your U.S. Marriage Certificate?We make the process simple and stress-free. Just upload a copy or photo of your document, and we’ll handle the rest.
Get started today — fast, secure, and officially accepted worldwide.