Get your U.S. birth certificate apostilled for use in Italy. 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. Italy 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 Italy directly, with no embassy or consulate legalization step on top. The apostille is the international stamp that makes your document valid abroad.
Italian citizenship by descent (jure sanguinis) is the biggest reason. Your ancestors' and your own vital records have to be apostilled before an Italian consulate or comune will accept them.
Italy commonly requires a certified Italian 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 Italy accept a U.S. apostille on a birth certificate?
Yes. Italy is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, so a U.S. birth certificate with an apostille from the issuing state is recognized in Italy without any further embassy legalization.
Do I need a translation for Italy?
Many Italy authorities require a certified Italian 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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