Using your birth certificate outside the United States will not be easy unless you can certify its validity. But how do you do that? By getting an apostille! An apostille is a certificate issued by the state, authenticating the signatures and seals on vital records on birth certificates. While it does not validate what’s in the document, it instills confidence that the birth certificate has a legal basis. And it is a widely used authentication measure by foreign governments which are party to the Hague Convention. Countries that are not a party to this treaty rely on an authentication process which we also offer at Travel Visa Pro.
Why would you need to apostille a birth certificate?
People need apostilles for different reasons. Maybe you want to marry in another country, seek permanent residence, or attend school. Regardless of the reason, using your birth certificate for legal reasons will require you to have a legal foundation. That’s where the apostille comes in! Why?
- It proves your identity, and
- It authenticates the signatures on the document.
Moreover, foreign governments will trust the document more if they see the apostille. There have been cases of bribery and forgery in the past. And without an apostille, authorities will not be willing to accept your birth certificate in most cases, even if you offer the original document.
Can you apostille a birth certificate in Los Angeles?
Of course, you can get an apostille birth certificate in Los Angeles! However, please note that the state will only apostille birth certificates issued in California. Along this line, you cannot process a New York birth certificate in California and vice versa. But not to worry- Travel Visa Pro provides apostille services across 50 states! So, even if your birth certificate was issued in another state, you can reach us, and we will get it apostilled in the state of issue.
How can you apostille your birth certificate in Los Angeles?
All you need is to submit your original or certified birth certificate copy to us by placing an order on our website. Our team will go over the certificate and ensure it meets the state’s requirements. Only then will we forward it to the state where it will be processed, and we will have the apostille back to you in no time.
Do you need to notarize your birth certificate to get an apostille birth certificate in Los Angeles?
Not at all. All you need is your original birth certificate or its certified copy.
What’s the waiting period for birth certificate apostilles?
Our standard processing time is 6 days or fewer. We understand that some of our clients will be on a time crunch and will need their apostilles in the blink of an eye. So, we offer rush processing on orders, enabling you to get your apostille birth certificate in Los Angeles in as few as 3-4 days.
Do you have any questions about apostilles in Los Angeles or another state? Reach out to our team, and together, let’s get the apostille out of the way!
FAQ
How do I get an apostille birth certificate in Los Angeles?
To apostille a birth certificate in Los Angeles, you must present us with the original birth certificate or a certified copy. Please note that we can only apostille the birth certificate in Los Angeles if that is where it was issued. If not, don’t worry as we will use one of our other countrywide offices.
Where to apostille a birth certificate in Los Angeles?
Did you know that you don’t need to leave your house and seek the state department to get a birth certificate apostilled? TVP has a convenient online ordering system where you can place your order and wait for our team to get back to you regarding the next set of instructions. It’s that easy!
