How to get a Birth Certificate Apostilled in Texas

If you're planning to get married abroad, applying for dual citizenship, or need your birth certificate recognized in another country, you'll likely need an apostille. An apostille is an official certification that authenticates your document for international use in countries that are part of the Hague Apostille Convention.

Here's how to get your Texas birth certificate apostilled:

Step 1: Obtain a Certified Copy of Your Birth Certificate

You cannot apostille a regular photocopy - it must be a certified copy issued by the state or county. You can request a certified copy from:

• The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)

• The county clerk's office where you were born

Make sure it has the official seal and signature, as this is what will be authenticated.

Step 2: Get It Apostilled by the Texas Secretary of State

Once you have your certified birth certificate, it needs to be apostilled by the Texas Secretary of State's office in Austin. You can:

• Mail it to their office with the appropriate forms and fees

• Drop it off in person (if you're in the Austin area)

Processing times vary, but typically take 2-3 weeks by mail or same-day if done in person.

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