Mar 14, 2024

How to apostille a birth certificate in New York state?

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Reason for Apostille

U.S. vital records need an apostille certificate attached to them for use in other countries.

Getting your Certificate

Apply with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene for your long form birth certificate.

Exemplification Certificate

Don’t forget to also get a Letter of Exemplification from the NYC DOHMH.

Authentication

Submit the birth certificate and the exemplification letter to your respective county’s clerk office for pre-apostille authentication.

Apostille

Send the final file to the Department of State for apostille verification of your birth certificate.

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