U.S. Birth Certificate Apostille
U.S. Birth Certificate Apostille
Every U.S. state issues birth certificates through its own vital records office, and each state's Secretary of State handles apostille authentication independently. For families and professionals relocating to the UAE, this creates a real challenge: you need to identify the correct issuing authority, meet that state's specific submission requirements, and ensure the apostille is accepted by UAE immigration and MOFA. Green Apple Attest removes every obstacle from this process by managing it end to end from our UAE offices.
Our team begins by verifying your birth certificate's eligibility for apostille. We confirm the issuing state, check that the document bears the correct registrar signatures, and identify any formatting issues that could trigger rejection. Once verified, we coordinate submission to the appropriate Secretary of State, track processing in real time, and arrange secure return delivery to your UAE address.
This service is essential for anyone applying for a UAE residence visa, sponsoring dependents, enrolling children in UAE schools, or handling inheritance and legal matters that require authenticated proof of birth. Green Apple Attest has processed birth certificate apostilles from all 50 states and maintains direct knowledge of each office's turnaround times, fee structures, and submission quirks.
Whether your birth certificate was issued in California, Texas, New York, or any other state, we ensure it reaches you fully apostilled and ready for UAE MOFA attestation without a single wasted day.
Documents Required
- Original U.S. birth certificate issued by the state vital records office (hospital-issued certificates are not accepted)
- Clear photocopy of your valid passport (data page)
- Completed Green Apple Attest service request form
- Proof of the issuing state (if not evident from the certificate itself)
- Any previous attestation stamps or apostilles (if reprocessing)
- Authorization letter granting Green Apple Attest permission to act on your behalf
Special Requirements
- • Birth certificates issued before 1950 in certain states may not have standard registrar signatures and could require additional verification from the state vital records office before apostille.
- • Adopted individuals may need to apostille both the amended birth certificate and the adoption decree, depending on UAE authority requirements.
How It Works
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1Submit your original birth certificate and supporting documents to Green Apple Attest via secure courier or at our UAE office.
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2Our team verifies the document's authenticity, confirms the issuing state, and checks for any formatting or signature issues that could cause rejection.
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3We submit the birth certificate to the appropriate Secretary of State office for apostille processing.
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4Once apostilled, we arrange secure return shipping to your UAE address or prepare the document for UAE MOFA attestation if required.
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5You receive your fully apostilled birth certificate along with a detailed status report and tracking confirmation.
Insider Tips
Insider Tips
- Order a fresh certified copy of your birth certificate from the state vital records office before starting the apostille process. Older certificates with faded ink or damaged seals are frequently rejected.
- If you were born in one state but raised in another, remember that only the birth state can apostille the certificate. Do not send it to the state where you grew up or currently hold a driver's license.
- Parents sponsoring children in the UAE should apostille the child's birth certificate and the marriage certificate simultaneously to avoid delays during dependent visa processing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The apostille must be obtained from the Secretary of State in the state where the birth certificate was issued, not where you currently reside. For example, a birth certificate issued in Florida must be apostilled by the Florida Secretary of State. Green Apple Attest identifies the correct office and handles the entire submission.
No. Hospital-issued commemorative birth certificates are not accepted for apostille. You need an official certified copy from the state vital records office or county registrar. If you only have a hospital copy, Green Apple Attest can guide you through obtaining a certified replacement.
Processing times vary by state. Some states complete apostilles in 3-5 business days, while others take 4-8 weeks. Green Apple Attest maintains current turnaround data for all 50 states and will provide an accurate timeline before you commit.
The U.S. is a Hague Apostille Convention member, so a U.S. apostille is generally sufficient for countries that also participate. However, some UAE authorities and employers still request MOFA attestation as an additional step. Green Apple Attest advises you based on your specific use case.
Name discrepancies between your birth certificate and passport must be resolved before apostille. You may need a legal name change document or court order, which can also be apostilled. Green Apple Attest helps you determine the correct path based on your situation.
Quick Facts
- Processing Time
- 7-15 business days (varies by state)
- Pricing From
- AED 350
- Country
- United States
- Delivery
- Free across the UAE
Questions About This Service?
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