Fast, Affordable, and Fully Compliant Document Authentication

If you’re planning to get married overseas, apply for a visa, or prove your unmarried status for international residency or legal proceedings, a Single Status Certificate is often required. At Orange County Apostille, we specialize in fast, professional apostille services for Single Status Certificates—ensuring your documents are properly authenticated for use abroad under the Hague Apostille Convention.

What Is a Single Status Certificate?

A Single Status Certificate is an official document that confirms an individual is currently not married. It may also be called a Certificate of No Record of Marriage, Affidavit of Single Status, or Declaration of Civil Status depending on the state or country. These certificates are commonly used for:

Marriage abroad
Immigration applications
Dual citizenship filings
Residency permits in foreign countries
Legal compliance for international contracts

This document typically includes:

The full legal name of the individual
Date of birth
Declaration that the person is not currently married
Notarized or government-issued confirmation

Depending on the destination country, your Single Status Certificate may need to be issued by a county clerk, a state agency, or drafted as a notarized affidavit.

Why Do You Need an Apostille for a Single Status Certificate?

If you’re sending your Single Status Certificate to a country that is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, the receiving authority will likely require the document to be apostilled to verify its authenticity.

An apostille is an internationally recognized form of certification issued by the Secretary of State. It verifies the signature, stamp, or seal on a public document so that it is legally recognized in foreign jurisdictions without additional legalization.

Example: If you’re marrying in Italy, Spain, or Mexico, your notarized or clerk-issued Single Status Certificate must include a California apostille to be accepted by foreign civil authorities.

Apostille Service Overview

At Orange County Apostille, we provide professional and affordable apostille services for Single Status Certificates. Our pricing is fully transparent:

Standard Apostille Service: $75 per document
State of California Apostille Fee: $26 per document
Total Standard Cost: $101 per document
Turnaround Time: 7–10 business days

Expedited Apostille Options:

2–3 Business Day Apostille: $150 per document
Next-Day Apostille: $250 per document
Same-Day Apostille: $350 per document

NOTICE: To qualify for next-day or same-day service, documents must be submitted or uploaded by 10:00 a.m. PST. Documents received after this cutoff will be processed the next business day at the selected service level.

What We Do for You

Our team handles the entire apostille process on your behalf—from intake to delivery—so you don’t have to worry about dealing with state agencies or making time-consuming in-person trips.

Here’s what our service includes:

✅ Document Review: We inspect your Single Status Certificate to ensure it’s eligible for apostille under California standards

✅ Notary Verification (if needed): If your certificate is a sworn affidavit, we confirm that it includes proper notarial language and a valid signature

✅ Submission to the California Secretary of State in Sacramento or Los Angeles

✅ Tracking & Updates: We monitor your documents throughout the process and keep you informed

✅ Prompt Return Shipping: Once apostilled, your documents are returned to you securely via the method you choose (FedEx, UPS, USPS)

We Apostille All Types of Single Status Certificates

Depending on how your document was prepared, we can apostille:

📝 County-issued Single Status Certificates from the Clerk-Recorder’s Office
🧾 Notarized Single Status Affidavits prepared and signed by the individual
📄 Certified Declarations issued by embassies, attorneys, or court offices
💍 Sworn Statements made before a California notary public
🌐 Out-of-State or Foreign-Issued Certificates (call us first to confirm eligibility)

Serving Clients Across California and Worldwide

Although we are based in Irvine, California, we serve clients throughout the United States and abroad. Whether you’re in Los Angeles, San Diego, Riverside, Orange County, or out of state, you can mail or courier your documents to us for fast apostille service.

Need help preparing your Single Status Certificate before apostille? We can also assist with:

Notarizing affidavits
Drafting sworn declarations
Translating the certificate into Spanish or other languages (certified translations available)

Get Started Today

Your international marriage or legal process doesn’t need to be delayed by confusing paperwork. Let Orange County Apostille help you legalize your Single Status Certificate quickly and correctly.

📍 Location: 17875 Von Karman Ave, Suite 150, Irvine, CA

🌐 Website: https://orangecountyapostille.org

📅 Book Online: Click here to schedule an appointment

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I get a Single Status Certificate apostilled the same day?

Yes, we offer same-day apostille services if the document is received by 10:00 a.m.

Q: Do I need to notarize my affidavit first?

Yes, if it is a sworn affidavit rather than a government-issued certificate, it must be properly notarized in California before we can process the apostille.

Q: Can you help me get the certificate if I don’t already have one?

Yes, we can guide you on how to obtain it from your county clerk or assist you in drafting and notarizing a valid affidavit.

Q: What countries accept apostilled Single Status Certificates?

All Hague Convention member countries, including Spain, Italy, Mexico, the Philippines, France, and over 120 others.

Let Orange County Apostille Handle the Process For You

Whether you’re marrying abroad or need proof of unmarried status for a visa or citizenship, we make it simple to apostille your Single Status Certificate—accurately, affordably, and fast.