Kansas Death Certificate Apostille for Use in Saudi
A Death Certificate issued in Kansas must be apostilled by the Kansas 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.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| ApostillePrice | 10 |
| Processing Time | Generally 3–5 business days from the date received |
| Mailing Address (FedEx) | Docking State Office Building, 915 SW Harrison Street, Topeka, KS 66612, Topeka, 66612 |
| Phone Number | 785-296-4564 |
Please fill the form 
Avoiding Rejection: A Guide to the Kansas Death Certificate Apostille Process
Rules for Death Certificate
Must Be a Certified Copy
You must submit an original certified copy issued by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), State Office of Vital Statistics. It must have the official seal and the signature of the State Registrar.
Certificate Must Be Recent
Kansas enforces a strict recency requirement. The certification date on the vital record must be within one year of the date it is submitted to the Kansas Secretary of State for the apostille.
Do Not Notarize the Certificate
The certified death certificate itself should not be notarized. The apostille is applied based on the signature of the State Registrar. Notarizing it is an incorrect step that will cause rejection.
Complete the Request Package
Ensure your submission includes all required elements: The original, recent, certified death certificate. The correct fee (check the KS Secretary of State website for the current apostille fee). A cover letter stating the country of intended use for the document. A self-addressed, stamped envelope for return shipping.
