South Dakota Death Certificate Apostille for Use in Saudi
A Death Certificate issued in South Dakota must be apostilled by the South Dakota 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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| ApostillePrice | 5 |
| Processing Time | Standard processing available by mail Drop-off and pick-up service available Appointment service available for expedited cases only |
| Mailing Address (FedEx) | 500 E. Capitol Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501, Pierre, 57501 |
| Phone Number | (605) 773-5008 |
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Avoiding Rejection: A Guide to the South Dakota Death Certificate Apostille Process
Rules for Death Certificate
Must Be a Certified Copy
You must submit an original certified copy issued by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Vital Records. It must have the official seal and the signature of the State Registrar.
Certificate Must Be Recent
South Dakota 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 South Dakota 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 SD Secretary 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.
