Written by californiaapostille on July 21st, 2010
If you are applying for Dual Citizenship, you will need to present certified legal documents, such as a birth certificate, to officials in Mexico. Chances are, you will need an Apostille on your documents in order for them to be recognized as valid.
What is Dual Citizenship?
If you are from Mexico and are a citizen in both the United States and Mexico, you need proof of nationality when crossing the border back into Mexico. Dual Citizenship provides this proof, that you are indeed Mexican and are a citizen of both countries. If you don’t apply for Dual Citizenship, you could be in trouble when you cross the border and face hefty fines.
Applying for a Dual Citizenship
To complete the paperwork associated with your Dual Citizenship, you will need to provide either originals or copies of one of your parent’s birth certificate, as well as proof that you are a U.S. citizen, such as a California ID, California Driver’s License, Passport, or Certificate of Naturalization. If you are a woman and married, you must provide proof that you are married, a Marriage Certificate.
This is not quite enough. You also need to proof that these documents are valid. This is where an Apostille comes in. An Apostille is basically a “seal” issued by a State official who has verified that the birth certificate, marriage certificate, etc, is valid and legal.
If you need an Apostille on your birth certificate, marriage certificate, or other other document when applying for Dual Citizenship, please call us at 415-239-6600 or visit our website. In the meantime, there are some ways you can assure the process goes as smoothly as possible.
If you need an Apostille on a Birth Certificate, Death Certificate, or Marriage Certificate for Dual Citizenship:
- Check the Date and Location the Certificate was Issued: The certificate must be issued within California; Birth and Death Certificates must be certified within the last 5 years.
- Verify the Signature: Make sure it’s been signed by a County Clerk/Recorder, Clerk Recorder, Assessor/Recorder, or, for Birth and Death Certificates, an official from the Department of Heath Services.
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Written by californiaapostille on July 13th, 2010
Certain documents require legalization or authentication before they are used in another county or your place of residency. For instance, some circumstances include getting married, adopting a child, applying to a university, or receiving an inheritance abroad. If your destination country is a member of the Hague Convention, you will need an Apostille on the document. If the country is not part of the Hague Convention, give us a call at 415-239-6600, as the document will likely require further processing. Click here for a list of Hague Convention members.
The following is a list of the types of documents that need a California Apostille, notary or other form of authorization:
Birth, Death, and Marriage Certificates
Divorce Certificates and Decrees
Other Court Documents
Power of Attorney
Background Checks
School Transcripts
Affidavits
Certificate of Good Standing
Articles of Incorporation & Bylaws
Application to be an English Teacher in South Korea
Dual Citizenship
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Written by californiaapostille on July 13th, 2010
If you’ve been asked to obtain an Apostille for your Birth or a Death Certificate, the process can seem quite daunting. At Apostille Documents, we understand the process and potential challenges, and can obtain the Apostille for you. We’re here every step of the way, and will work hard to ensure the process is smooth and error-free. However, it’s good to take a few steps to make sure your Birth Certificate or Death Certificate is ready for an Apostille:
1: Where was your Birth Certificate or Death Certificate issued? Check the location on your certificate, and make sure it was issued in California.
2: (For Birth Certificates): Check the date on the Birth Certificate and verify that the certificate (or certified copy) was certified within the last 5 years. If it was not, please email or call us at 415-239-6600 to learn about your options.
3: Obtain Certification: Your Birth or Death Certificate can only be authenticated if it is first certified by a County Clerk or Recorder in the county where the certificate was issued. We’ll be happy to obtain the certification for you for an additional fee – email us for details or call us at 415-239-6600.
4. Find Out if Your Destination Country is a Hague Convention Member. If the country requiring authentication is a member of the Hague Convention, you will need an Apostille. If it is not, your Birth Certificate or Death Certificate may require further Embassy legalization. Click here for a list of Hague Convention member countries; if the country is not on the list, give us a call.
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Written by californiaapostille on December 6th, 2009
Apostille Documents serves all of California and makes it easy for you to an obtain an Apostille or authentication for birth, death or marriage certificates, power of attorney, adoption, legalization, background checks, court documents, divorce certificates, school transcripts and records, and other legal documents. We can expedite the processing time of your document to make sure it arrives at its destination in a timely and safe manner; we work hard to make the process as easy as possible. You won’t need to stand in long lines, pour over complicated paperwork, or go out of your way to obtain your Apostille – we do it all for you! Call us at 415-239-6600 or email us for more information.
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Written by californiaapostille on December 1st, 2009
Hague Convention Members / Hague Convention Countries
A
Albania
American Samoa
Andorra
Angola
Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Armenia
Aruba
Australia
Austria
Azerbaijan
B
Bahamas
Barbados
Belarus
Belgium
Belize
Bermuda
Bonaire
Bosnia & Herzegovina
Botswana
British Antarctic Territory
British Virgin Islands
Brunei/Darussalam
Bulgaria
C
Cayman Islands
China (People Republic of)
Colombia
Comoros Islands
Cook Islands
Croatia
Curacao
Cyprus
Czech Republic
D
Djibouti
Dominica
E
Ecuador
Ellice Islands
El Salvador
Estonia
F
Falkland Islands
Fiji
Finland
France
French Guiana
French Polynesia
G
Germany Gibraltar
Gilbert Island
Greece
Grenada
Guadeloupe
Guam
Guernsey
Guyana
H
Honduras
Hong Kong
Hungary
I
Iceland
India
Ireland
Isle of Man
Israel
Italy
J
Japan
Jersey
K
Kazakhstan
Kiribati
Korea (South)
L
Latvia
Lesotho
Liberia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
M
Macau
Macedonia
Malawi
Malta
Marshall Islands
Martinique
Mauritius
Mexico
Moldova
Monaco
Montenegro
Montserrat
Mozambique
N
Namibia
Netherlands
Netherlands Antilles
New Caledonia
New Zealand
Niue
Northern Mariana Islands
Norway
P
Panama
Poland
Portugal
Puerto Rico
Reunion Romania
Russian Federation
S
Saba
St. Eustatius
St. Helena
St. Kitts & Nevis
St. Lucia
St. Martin
St. Pierre & Miquelon
St. Vincent & Grenadines
Samoa
San Marino
Serbia
Seychelles
Slovakia
Slovenia
Solomon Islands
South Africa
South Georgia
Spain
Suriname
Swaziland
Sweden
Switzerland
T
Tonga
Trinidad and Tobago
Turkey
Turks & Caicos
Tuvalu
Ukraine
U
United Kingdom
United States
V
Vanuatu
Venezuela
U.S. Virgin Islands
W
Wallis & Futuna
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Written by californiaapostille on November 27th, 2009
How can California Apostille 123 help your business?
If you’re a non-profit, agency, or business requires ongoing document authentication services, or if you are a busy individual in need of mobile Apostille or Notary services, Apostille Documents is here to help. Our convenient, professional Notary and Apostille services make your life easier: you will no longer have to fight traffic, wait in long lines, or agonize over confusing paperwork to get your documents properly certified. Our insured, bonded and licensed California Apostille and Document Authorization Agents come to you! Get the best rates for a California Apostille. Our services are even backed by 5 day guarantee!
Who uses Mobile Apostille & Document Authorization Services?
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If you’re in a rush and need an Apostille as fast as possible, or if you would like ongoing legal document authorization services, you will benefit from our mobile Notary Public and Apostille services. We can obtain an Apostille for birth certificates, legalization, immigration, adoptions, social security benefits, bylaws, marriage certificates, power of attorney, business and more. Call us anytime at 415-239-6600.
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