Virginia Death Certificate Apostille for Use in Saudi
A Death Certificate issued in Virginia must be apostilled by the Virginia 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 | 10 |
| Processing Time | Mail Requests - Approximately 7–10 business days Appointment Requests - Most properly prepared documents are processed the same day during the appointment. Drop Box Requests - Documents are generally processed the next business day and mailed out afterward. - Walk-In Service: No walk-in service without an appointment |
| Mailing Address (FedEx) | 400 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23219, Richmond, 23219 |
| Phone Number | (804) 692-0114 |
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Avoiding Rejection: A Guide to the Virginia Death Certificate Apostille Process
Rules for Death Certificate
Must Be a Certified Copy
You must submit an original certified copy issued by the Virginia Department of Health, Division of Vital Records. It must have the official seal and the signature of the State Registrar.
Certificate Must Be Recent
Virginia 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 Virginia Secretary of the Commonwealth 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 VA Secretary of the Commonwealth 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 Virginia, apostilles are handled by the Secretary of the Commonwealth, not the Secretary of State.
