Pennsylvania Death Certificate Apostille for Use in Saudi
A Death Certificate issued in Pennsylvania must be apostilled by the Pennsylvania 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 | |
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| ApostillePrice | 15 |
| Processing Time | Walk-in requests processed while you wait Drop box requests: 5–7 business days Mail processing time varies based on volume and mailing transit times |
| Mailing Address (FedEx) | North Office Building, 401 North Street, Room 201, Harrisburg, PA 17120, Harrisburg, 17120-0029 |
| Phone Number | (717) 787-5280 |
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Avoiding Rejection: A Guide to the Pennsylvania Death Certificate Apostille Process
Rules for Death Certificate
Must Be a Certified Copy
You must submit an original certified copy issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Division of Vital Records. It must have the official seal and the signature of the State Registrar.
Certificate Must Be Recent
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania Department 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 PA Department of State website for the current fee). A cover letter with your contact information and the country of intended use. A self-addressed, stamped envelope for return shipping.
Important Note
In Pennsylvania, apostilles are handled by the Department of State, not a Secretary of State.
