Get your U.S. birth certificate apostilled for use in France. We handle all 50 states, walk it through the issuing state's apostille authority, and ship it back ready to use. Expedited, with return shipping included.
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Yes. France is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. That means a U.S. birth certificate carrying an apostille from the state that issued it is accepted in France directly, with no embassy or consulate legalization step on top. The apostille is the international stamp that makes your document valid abroad.
French long-stay visas, residency, and marriage filings require your U.S. civil records to carry an apostille.
France commonly requires a certified French translation of your apostilled birth certificate. We can arrange a certified translation so your document is ready to submit, with no extra steps on your end. See translation options.
Does France accept a U.S. apostille on a birth certificate?
Yes. France is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, so a U.S. birth certificate with an apostille from the issuing state is recognized in France without any further embassy legalization.
Do I need a translation for France?
Many France authorities require a certified French translation of your apostilled birth certificate. We can arrange one for you.
What do I send you?
A recent state-certified copy of your birth certificate with the raised seal, not a photocopy. We apostille the original at the issuing state and ship it back to you.
How long does it take?
Standard is our base timeline and rush is faster, with the exact estimate shown for your document and state when you order. Return shipping is included.
Which states can you apostille from?
All 50. Tell us the state that issued your birth certificate and we route it to that state's apostille authority.
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