Orange County Apostille
Birth Certificate Apostille for Dual Citizenship/VISAS
At Orange County Apostille, we specialize in providing fast, reliable, and certified apostille services for all types of personal, legal, and official documents—including birth certificates, marriage certificates, Power of Attorney forms, and more. Whether you’re pursuing dual citizenship, applying for a visa, or preparing documents for international travel, our team ensures your paperwork is properly notarized and authenticated for global use. We work directly with the California Secretary of State and the U.S. Department of State to expedite your requests and deliver fully compliant apostilles accepted by Hague Convention countries.
One of the most common reasons clients turn to us is for birth certificate apostilles, especially for individuals applying for dual citizenship with countries like Mexico, Italy, or Spain, or submitting documents for immigration or visa applications. We ensure that California-issued birth certificates meet all requirements for apostille certification, including confirming that the document is an official certified copy issued by the County Clerk or California Department of Public Health. Once verified, we facilitate the apostille through the appropriate state or federal agency based on your document type.
With years of experience and a commitment to accuracy, professionalism, and privacy, Orange County Apostille is your trusted partner for document authentication. We offer local drop-off options, nationwide mail-in service, and international return shipping. Whether you need one document or multiple forms authenticated, we’re here to make the process seamless and stress-free from start to finish.
Dual Citizenship Applications
Many individuals pursue dual citizenship with countries like Mexico, Spain, or Italy, and one of the most critical requirements is a properly apostilled birth certificate. We help ensure that your document is certified and formatted correctly for acceptance by foreign consulates and government agencies.
Visa and Immigration Requirements
Countries may require an apostilled birth certificate as part of the visa or immigration application process—especially for long-term residency, work visas, or spousal sponsorships. We guide you through the required steps so your documents meet foreign government standards.
Certified Copies from the Right Authority
To be eligible for apostille, your birth certificate must be a certified copy issued by either the County Clerk’s Office or the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). We’ll help you determine whether your current copy is valid or assist you in obtaining a new certified version.
At Orange County Apostille, we specialize in apostilling birth certificates for those seeking dual citizenship in any country that is part of the Hague Apostille Convention. Whether you’re pursuing citizenship in Italy, Mexico, or another Hague Convention country, we streamline the process to ensure your documents are internationally recognized. Our team handles everything with efficiency and professionalism.
Hague Convention Countries
Here are a few of the countries that are members:
- Argentina
- Australia
- Brazil
- France
- Germany
- Italy
- Mexico
- Netherlands
- United Kingdom
- Japan
- South Korea
- Spain
- Switzerland
…and many more!
The apostille process for birth certificates involves several steps to make the document legally valid in countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention:
- Obtain a certified copy of the birth certificate from the issuing authority (typically the vital records office).
- Notarization (if required): Some states require the document to be notarized.
- Submit to Our Office for the apostille certification.
- The apostille verifies the document for international use in Hague member countries.
Once processed, the document is ready for legal use abroad.
You need an apostilled birth certificate for dual citizenship to prove your identity and place of birth to a foreign government. The apostille verifies that the birth certificate is an official, legitimate document recognized internationally under the Hague Apostille Convention. This is important when applying for citizenship, passports, or other legal matters in a foreign country, ensuring that your birth certificate is accepted without needing additional authentication or legalization steps.