Texas Birth Certificate Apostille Services

What Is a Birth Certificate Apostille?

A birth certificate apostille is an official certificate issued by the Texas Secretary of State that verifies the signature and authority of the official who issued the birth certificate.

Once an apostille is attached, the birth certificate can generally be accepted in participating Hague Convention countries without additional legalization.

When Is a Birth Certificate Apostille Needed?

You may need a Texas birth certificate apostille for:

• Dual citizenship applications

• Marriage in a foreign country

• International adoption

• Residency applications

• Immigration requirements

• Foreign school enrollment

• International employment

Requirements for a Texas Birth Certificate Apostille

To obtain a Texas birth certificate apostille:

Acceptable Documents

The birth certificate must be:

• Certified by the Texas Vital Statistics Unit or

• Certified by the county clerk's office when applicable

Photocopies are generally not accepted.

Common Reasons Apostilles Are Rejected

Common issues include:

• Uncertified copies

• Damaged documents

• Documents issued by unauthorized agencies

• Incorrect destination country information

• Submitting documents requiring notarization without proper notarization

ATC Apostille reviews documents before submission to help prevent delays.

Why Choose ATC Apostille?

Fast Service

We monitor document requirements and processing procedures to help avoid unnecessary delays.

Secure Handling

Your original documents are handled securely throughout the process.

Nationwide Assistance

We assist clients throughout Texas and across the United States.

Bilingual Support

English and Spanish assistance available.