Maryland Divorce Decree Apostille for Use in Saudi
A Divorce Decree issued in Maryland must be apostilled by the Maryland 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 | 5 |
| Processing Time | - FedEx / UPS Requests: Approximately 1–2 business days - USPS Priority Mail Requests: Approximately 3–4 business days - Regular Mail Requests: Up to 1 week |
| Mailing Address (FedEx) | 16 Francis Street, Wineland Building, Annapolis, MD 21401, Annapolis, 21401 |
| Phone Number | (410) 974-5521 |
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Avoiding Rejection: A Guide to the Maryland Divorce Decree Apostille Process
Rules for Divorce Decree
Certified by the Circuit Court Clerk
The document must be a certified copy issued and signed by the Clerk of the Circuit Court (or a Deputy Clerk) from the county where the divorce was granted. The signature must be an original, and the document must bear the court's seal. The Maryland Secretary of State verifies this signature.
Complete the Request Form
You must submit a fully completed "Authentication Certificate Request Form" with your application. This form is mandatory and provides your contact and return shipping instructions.
Include Correct Payment
The fee is $15.00 per apostille/certification. Payment must be made by check or money order payable to the "Maryland Secretary of State." Cash is not accepted.
Provide Pre-paid Return Shipping
You must include a self-addressed, stamped envelope or a pre-paid shipping label for the return of your documents.
