NYS Department of State Apostille
Birth Certificate Apostille — New York
Apostille your New York birth certificate for international use — dual citizenship, immigration, marriage abroad, and more. Same-day service available. 120+ countries.
Common Uses for Birth Certificate Apostille
A New York birth certificate apostille is required for official proceedings in any of the 120+ Hague Convention countries.
Italy
Dual citizenship (jure sanguinis)
Spain
Citizenship & residency applications
Germany
Residency & citizenship
Mexico
Immigration & civil registration
Brazil
Citizenship & marriage abroad
Dominican Republic
Civil registration & immigration
France
Marriage & residency
Philippines
Dual citizenship & immigration
Pricing
NYS DOS government fee billed separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an apostille for a New York birth certificate?
To apostille a New York birth certificate, the document must be a certified copy issued by the NYC Department of Health or the NYS Department of Health, signed by the registrar. It is then submitted to the New York State Department of State for apostille certification. Remote Notary Online USA handles the full process — contact us at 347-351-7611.
Does a birth certificate need to be notarized before apostille?
A certified copy of a New York birth certificate issued by the NYC or NYS Department of Health does not require notarization before apostille — it is already a certified government document. However, if you have a notarized copy or a document that requires notarization, Remote Notary Online USA can provide same-day Remote Online Notarization before apostille submission.
What countries require an apostille for a birth certificate?
All 120+ Hague Convention member countries require an apostille for foreign birth certificates used in legal, immigration, citizenship, or official proceedings. Common uses include dual citizenship applications, marriage abroad, immigration to countries like Italy, Spain, Germany, France, Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic.
How long does a birth certificate apostille take in New York?
Standard NYS DOS apostille processing takes 2–5 business days by mail. Same-day walk-in service is available at the NYC NYS DOS office at 123 William Street. Remote Notary Online USA offers same-day expedited apostille service — call 347-351-7611 for availability.
Can I apostille a birth certificate for Italian dual citizenship?
Yes. Italian dual citizenship (jure sanguinis) applications require apostilled birth certificates for all ancestors in the lineage. Remote Notary Online USA handles apostille service for birth certificates used in Italian citizenship applications, as well as for other countries requiring apostilled vital records.
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