Apostille Birth Certificate California – Fast & Reliable Services
Need a California birth certificate apostilled? We provide certified apostille services for birth certificates with fast turnaround times and flat-fee pricing. Book your appointment today
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Why You Need a Birth Certificate Apostille
A birth certificate apostille is often required when presenting personal records in another country. Under the Hague Convention, an apostille authenticates your California birth certificate for international use without the need for lengthy embassy legalization.
Common reasons you may need a birth certificate apostille in California include:
Marriage abroad
Immigration and visa applications
Dual citizenship requests
International adoption
Study or work abroad
Overseas employment verification
California Apostille Requirements for Birth Certificates
Not all birth certificates are accepted for apostille. To qualify, you must provide:
A certified copy issued by the California Department of Public Health or county vital records office (hospital copies are not accepted).
A recent issuance (preferably within the last 6 months).
Proper seals and signatures that the California Secretary of State can verify.
Our team reviews your documents to ensure they meet state and federal requirements before submission.
How the Birth Certificate Apostille Process Works
FingerScan Digital specializes in a wide range of document notarizations, including but not limited to:
- Step 1 – Document Verification: We review your certified California birth certificate to ensure it’s valid for apostille processing.
- Step 2 – State Certification: The document is submitted to the California Secretary of State for authentication.
- Step 3 – Apostille Issuance: The SOS attaches the apostille certificate, verifying the document for international recognition.
- Step 4 – Delivery:You can pick up your completed apostille at our San Jose office, or we’ll securely ship it to you. We also offer mobile notary and traveling notary near me services for convenience.
Expedited Apostille Services
We know many clients need their apostille urgently. That’s why we offer expedited California apostille processing for birth certificates:
Standard processing: 4 weeks
Expedited service: as fast as 3 business days (depending on volume)
FBI-related documents: expedited FBI apostille turnaround in just 12 business days
Our mobile apostille services San Jose allow us to come to you for urgent requests.
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408-766-3528
Apostille Birth Certificate vs. Embassy Legalization
Apostille (for Hague Convention countries): One-step process recognized by 100+ countries.
Embassy Legalization (for non-Hague countries): Multi-step process that may require additional government verification.
We guide you on the correct process depending on your destination country.
San Jose:
408-766-3528
Popular Use Cases for Fingerprinting
Fingerprinting is required for many purposes, including:
- Professional Licensure (Nursing, Real Estate, Insurance, Security)
- Employment Background Checks (Healthcare, Education, Finance)
- Adoption and Foster Care Agencies
- Immigration Support (Citizenship, Green Cards, Asylum)
- Travel and Visa Applications
- Personal Background Review
- Security Clearance and Federal Employment
- School or Daycare Employment
- Financial Industry Background Checks
- Legal Filings (court-mandated fingerprint submission)
- Attorney Licensing and Bar Admission
- Out of State Background Checks
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can I use a hospital-issued birth certificate for apostille?
No. Only certified copies from California’s Vital Records Office are accepted.
How long does it take to get a California birth certificate apostille?
Standard processing takes 4 weeks, while expedited service can be completed in as little as 3 business days.
Do you offer apostille services near me outside of San Jose?
Yes. We serve clients across the Bay Area, including Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, Milpitas, and San Francisco.
Can you translate and apostille a birth certificate?
Yes. If your birth certificate is not in English, we offer translate and apostille services to meet foreign requirements.
What’s the cost of a California birth certificate apostille?
Our pricing is transparent and flat-fee based. Costs depend on standard vs. expedited service. Contact us for a quote.
- San Jose Office :
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Mon – Fri: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sat: By appointment, Sun – Closed
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434 Blossom Hill Road
San Jose, CA 95123
- San Jose Office :
- 408-766-3528
- San Jose Office :
- info@fingerscan-digital.com