South Dakota Judgment of Divorce Apostille for Use in Saudi
A Judgment of Divorce 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.
| Details | |
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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 Judgment of Divorce Apostille Process
Rules for Judgment of Divorce
Must Be a Certified Copy from the Court
You must submit an "Original Certified Copy" issued by the Clerk of Courts in the South Dakota county where the divorce was granted. A notarized photocopy is not acceptable.
Proper Signature and Seal
The document must be signed by the Clerk of Courts (or a Deputy Clerk) and must bear the official seal of the court.
Document Must Be Complete and Unaltered
The certified copy must be in pristine condition with no tears, staple holes, or any alterations. If it is a multi-page document, all pages must be certified as one complete document by the court.
Complete the Request Form
South Dakota requires a completed "Authentication/Apostille Request Form" to be submitted with your request. This form is mandatory.
Correct Payment
The fee is $20.00 per apostille, plus a $5.00 processing fee per request. Payment must be made by check, cashier's check, or money order payable to the "Secretary of State". Cash is not accepted. Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope for return shipping.
