Get your U.S. marriage certificate apostilled for use in Germany. 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. Germany is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. That means a U.S. marriage certificate carrying an apostille from the state that issued it is accepted in Germany directly, with no embassy or consulate legalization step on top. The apostille is the international stamp that makes your document valid abroad.
German residence permits, family reunification, and marriage registrations require your U.S. civil records to be apostilled.
Germany commonly requires a certified German translation of your apostilled marriage 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 Germany accept a U.S. apostille on a marriage certificate?
Yes. Germany is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention, so a U.S. marriage certificate with an apostille from the issuing state is recognized in Germany without any further embassy legalization.
Do I need a translation for Germany?
Many Germany authorities require a certified German translation of your apostilled marriage certificate. We can arrange one for you.
What do I send you?
A recent state-certified copy of your marriage 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 marriage certificate and we route it to that state's apostille authority.
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