North Carolina Birth Certificate Apostille for Use in Saudi

A Birth Certificate issued in North Carolina must be apostilled by the North Carolina 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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ApostillePrice10
Processing Time Walk-In: Same day (subject to office capacity), Mail Requests: 10-20 business days
Mailing Address (FedEx)PO Box 29622, Raleigh, NC 27626-0622, Raleigh, 27626-0622
Phone Number(919) 814-5400

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Avoiding Rejection: A Guide to the North Carolina Birth Certificate Apostille Process

Original Document: Documents must be either the original certified public document or an original document properly notarized by an NC Notary Public

Rules for Birth Certificate

  • Use the Correct Document

    You must submit a "Certified Copy" issued by the North Carolina State Registrar of Vital Records (part of the NC Department of Health and Human Services) or a Register of Deeds in the county where the birth occurred. 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 North Carolina birth certificate notarized. The apostille is placed directly on the certified vital record itself, authenticating the signature of the state or county official. 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 "North Carolina Secretary of State") and a self-addressed, stamped envelope for the return of your document.