Maryland apostille for Germany
Germany accepts US documents that carry an apostille. For anything issued or notarized in Maryland, that apostille comes from the Secretary of State in Annapolis, and we can get it for you in a day.
What Germany requires
Germany has applied the Hague Apostille Convention since February 13, 1966, so its courts, ministries, universities and registries are used to receiving US documents with an apostille.
The official language of Germany is German. If your document is in English, the office that receives it may ask for a certified translation. Translations are usually done after the apostille is attached, and some offices want the apostille translated too. Ask the receiving office what it requires.
The apostille confirms that the signature and seal on your document are genuine. It does not change what the document says, and the office in Germany decides whether the document itself meets its rules, for example how recently it was issued.
How we get your apostille for Germany
Order online
Fill in the order form. We confirm the price and send mailing instructions.
Send the original
Mail or drop off your certified copy or notarized document.
Court and state filing
Notarized documents go to the Circuit Court clerk first, then the Secretary of State issues the apostille.
Shipped back to you
Your apostilled document is shipped with tracking, anywhere in the world.
Documents we apostille for Germany
Price for Germany
| Document type | Per document |
|---|---|
| Maryland certified copy (vital, court, SDAT) | $50 |
| Notarized in Maryland | $50 + court fee |
| Federal document (FBI, FDA) | $57 |
Germany apostille questions
Does Germany accept apostilles from Maryland?
Yes. Germany is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, so an apostille issued by the Maryland Secretary of State is recognized there.
Do I need to take my documents to the Germany embassy?
No. The apostille replaces embassy or consular legalization for Germany.
Do I need a translation for Germany?
Often, yes, if the document is not in German. Translations are usually done after the apostille. Check with the office in Germany that will receive the document.
How much does a Maryland apostille for Germany cost?
$50 per document, including the $5 Maryland state fee, plus return shipping. Notarized documents also need a Circuit Court certification, billed at cost.