Washington DC Birth Certificate Apostille for Use in Saudi

A Birth Certificate issued in Washington DC must be apostilled by the Washington DC Secretary of State before it can be used in Saudi. This certification confirms the authenticity of the document and ensures its legal recognition in Saudi under The Hague Apostille Convention.

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Avoiding Rejection: A Guide to the Washington DC Birth Certificate Apostille Process

Birth Certificate must be the CERTIFIED copy issued by the District of Columbia Department Health, Vital Records
Original Document: Documents must have been notarized by a District of Columbia notary public

Rules for Birth Certificate

  • Use the Correct Document

    You must submit a "Certified Copy" issued by the DC Department of Health, Vital Records Division. It must have the original raised seal and signature from the Registrar.

  • No Notarization Required (Do Not Do It)

    You should NOT have your certified DC birth certificate notarized. The apostille is placed directly on the certified vital record itself, authenticating the signature of the DC Registrar. Notarizing it will cause rejection.

  • Ensure the Document is Original and Unaltered

    The certified copy must be in its original condition. Do not staple, tape, or hole-punch the document. The raised seal and signature must be completely visible and intact.

  • Complete the Request Form

    You must include a completed "Authentication/Apostille Request Form" with your submission. This form provides your contact information and details for the apostille.

  • Include Payment and Return Envelope

    Submit the correct fee (check or money order payable to "DC Secretary of State") and a self-addressed, stamped envelope for the return of your document.