At Orange County Apostille, we provide a complete, turnkey solution for apostilling Mexican documents for use in the United States, Spain, and other Hague Convention countries.
Our clients only need to provide their certified Mexican document — we handle every other step, from Mexican government submission to final delivery.
We manage the entire process with accuracy, speed, and full transparency. This includes coordinating with the appropriate Mexican state or federal authority, handling international courier shipping, obtaining the official apostille certificate, and providing certified or sworn translations when required.
What We Handle for You
- Review and verification of your Mexican document for eligibility.
- Submission to the correct Mexican authority:
- State-level (Secretaría General de Gobierno) for vital and notarial records.
- Federal-level (SEGOB in Mexico City) for national documents such as SEP diplomas.
- Payment of all government fees and management of apostille processing.
- Secure tracking and follow-up with Mexican authorities until completion.
- Optional certified English or sworn Castilian Spanish translation (recognized by the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs).
- Final delivery of your apostilled and translated documents to your U.S. or international address.
You do not need to mail your documents to Mexico yourself — we handle every step for you.
Documents We Commonly Process
- Actas de Nacimiento (Birth Certificates)
- Actas de Matrimonio (Marriage Certificates)
- Actas de Defunción (Death Certificates)
- Divorce Judgments or Court Decrees
- Educational Records (SEP, Universidad, IPN, UDG, UNAM, etc.)
- Notarial Acts (Poder Notarial, Escrituras, Property Deeds)
- Police Records (Carta de No Antecedentes Penales)
- Business or Corporate Registrations
How Our Process Works
Step 1 — Provide Your Document
You give us your original certified Mexican document. If you don’t have a recent certified copy, we can help you obtain one from the corresponding Registro Civil.
Step 2 — Authority Determination
We identify whether your document must be apostilled by a state authority or by SEGOB (Secretaría de Gobernación) at the federal level.
Step 3 — Submission and Tracking
We prepare the complete submission packet, handle courier shipping, pay the official fees, and monitor progress through to completion.
Step 4 — Translation (Optional)
We arrange sworn translations for Spain and certified English translations for the U.S., Canada, or other destinations.
Step 5 — Delivery
Once apostilled and translated, your documents are returned to you via DHL or FedEx, fully tracked and ready for official use.
Case Studies
Case 1: Spanish Citizenship Application
A client born in Guadalajara needed to present their Mexican birth certificate to the Spanish Civil Registry. We obtained a fresh certified copy, had it apostilled by the Jalisco government, and translated it by a sworn translator in Madrid. The Spanish government accepted it without issue.
Case 2: U.S. Immigration Petition
A couple married in Mexico City needed their marriage certificate for a U.S. immigration case. We processed the apostille through SEGOB, arranged a certified English translation, and provided USCIS-ready documentation.
Case 3: California Probate Filing
A family required a Mexican death certificate to settle an estate in California. We handled the apostille through Baja California authorities and translation for U.S. court use. The California probate court accepted the document immediately.
Case 4: Academic Use in the U.S.
An engineer with a UNAM diploma needed it verified for U.S. employment. We completed the SEGOB apostille, certified English translation, and documentation submission to the employer’s HR department.
Case 5: Dual Citizenship & Real Estate Powers of Attorney
We regularly assist clients obtaining apostilles for birth certificates for dual nationality applications (Mexico–Spain, Mexico–Italy) and apostilled U.S. powers of attorney for property management in Mexico.
Where Apostilled Mexican Documents Are Accepted
Apostilles issued by the Mexican government are recognized in all Hague Convention countries, including:
- The United States
- Spain
- Italy
- France
- Germany
- Canada (via recognition agreements)
- And more than 120 other nations worldwide.
Why Choose Orange County Apostille
✅ We manage all international correspondence with Mexican authorities.
✅ We track and confirm apostille issuance directly with the issuing office.
✅ We provide certified and sworn translations as needed.
✅ We deliver your completed documents directly to your door.
✅ We ensure full compliance for legal, immigration, and civil registry purposes abroad.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Do I need to mail my documents to Mexico myself?
No — we take care of all courier submissions, government payments, and returns.
2. Can you help me get a certified copy from Mexico?
Yes. We can assist with ordering a new certified copy from the issuing Registro Civil if you don’t have one.
3. How long does the full process take?
Typically 3–4 weeks including courier times, depending on the issuing authority.
4. Is my Mexican apostille valid in the United States?
Yes. Mexico and the U.S. are both members of the Hague Apostille Convention, so the apostille is valid for use in all 50 states.
5. Can you translate my documents?
Yes. We provide certified translations for English and sworn translations for Spain.
6. Can a California apostille be used for a Mexican document?
No. California can only apostille California-issued documents. Mexican documents must be apostilled in Mexico.
7. Are apostilles permanent?
Yes, apostilles do not expire, though authorities may prefer recent certified copies.
8. What if my document is laminated?
You must request a new certified copy. Laminated actas are rejected.
9. Do you handle educational documents?
Yes, including university diplomas and transcripts.
10. Is the service remote?
Yes. Everything can be handled by mail or courier without you traveling.
11. Do you provide apostille updates?
Yes. You’ll receive regular progress updates as your document moves through each stage.
Official Apostille Authorities in Mexico
- Federal (for SEP or national-level documents) Secretaría de Gobernación (SEGOB) Dirección de Coordinación Política con los Poderes de la Unión Bucareli 99, Col. Juárez, Alcaldía Cuauhtémoc, C.P. 06600, Ciudad de México https://dicoppu.segob.gob.mx
- State-Level Examples
- Jalisco: Secretaría General de Gobierno – Dirección de Legalizaciones y Apostillas https://tramites.jalisco.gob.mx
- CDMX: Dirección General Jurídica y de Estudios Legislativos https://www.cdmx.gob.mx
Summary
You provide the document — we do everything else.
Our team coordinates with Mexican authorities, arranges apostilles, handles translation, and delivers the finished, internationally recognized document directly to you.
Perfect for:
- Dual citizenship applications
- Immigration filings
- Marriage or civil registration abroad
- University admissions
- Corporate use and legal proceedings