Key points about getting an apostille
If you’re looking to have your marriage certificate apostilled for legal reasons, you might be curious about how to proceed. The process can be quite perplexing, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the term “apostille.” In this blog post, we’ll clarify what an apostille is and offer a detailed guide on how to get your marriage certificate apostilled. Read on for more information!
How do you get an apostille?
To get an apostille, you need to submit your certified copy of your marriage certificate to the state’s Secretary of State office in Nevada, where they will verify the document and attach an apostille certificate, which is a special stamp indicating the document’s authenticity for use in countries that are part of the Hague Convention; you will need to complete a specific application form and pay a fee.
What is an apostille and why do you need one for your marriage certificate?
An apostille is a certification that validates documents like marriage certificates, deeds, and diplomas for international use. It ensures that a document issued in one country is recognized as legitimate by other countries, making it more likely to be accepted as an official record of your marriage.
To make your marriage certificate legally valid in a country other than where your wedding occurred, you need to obtain an apostille from the secretary of state in the issuing country. This authentication assures foreign governments that the document is genuine and reliable.
How to find out if your country requires an apostille:
Only documents intended for use in countries that are part of the Hague Convention require an apostille
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Procedures for Receiving an Apostille from the Secretary of State in Nevada:
- Obtain a Certified Copy your marriage certificate
- Complete and print out the Apostille/Certification Order Form. Any request for an apostille must be accompanied with this Apostille Order Form.
- Submit the certificate document and order form to:
Nevada Secretary of State
101 North Carson St., Suite 3
Carson City, NV. 89701
along with a money order, Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover Card number and expiration date, in the amount of the service you are requesting in U.S. currency for each certification required. In addition, it is necessary to provide an email address, a return address or self-addressed, envelope AND the name of the country in which the Apostille/Certification will be used.
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