Birth Certificate apostille in Maryland
Certified Maryland birth certificates for citizenship, residency and marriage abroad.
Route: Certified copy from the Maryland Department of Health, Division of Vital Records → Maryland Secretary of State apostille → shipped to you
Foreign governments ask for an apostilled birth certificate for dual citizenship, residence permits, marriage registration and school enrollment.
The apostille is placed on a certified copy issued by the Maryland Division of Vital Records. A photocopy, a hospital souvenir certificate or a notarized copy of the certificate will not be accepted by the Secretary of State.
Many countries also expect the certificate to be recently issued, often within the last six months. If yours is older, order a fresh certified copy before you send it to us.
What to send us
- A certified copy issued by Maryland Vital Records (with the registrar's signature and raised seal)
- The country where it will be used
- A completed order form
How it works
Order online
Fill in the order form. We confirm the price and send mailing instructions.
Send the certified copy
Mail or drop off the certified copy issued by the Maryland office.
Same-day filing in Annapolis
Documents received by 10:00 a.m. are filed at the Secretary of State that day.
Shipped back to you
Your apostilled document is shipped with tracking, anywhere in the world.
Questions
Who issues the apostille for a birth certificate?
The Maryland Secretary of State in Annapolis.
How much does it cost to apostille a birth certificate?
$50 per document including the government fee, plus return shipping.
Do I need to send the original document?
Yes. The apostille is physically attached to the original certified copy or notarized document. Photocopies cannot be apostilled.
Does the apostille translate my document?
No. The apostille only certifies the signature and seal. Many countries require a certified translation of the document, and sometimes of the apostille, done in the destination country. Check with the office that will receive it.