Arkansas Death Certificate Apostille for Use in Mexico
A Death Certificate issued in Arkansas must be apostilled by the Arkansas Secretary of State before it can be used in Mexico. This certification confirms the authenticity of the document and ensures its legal recognition in Mexico under The Hague Apostille Convention.
| Details | |
|---|---|
| ApostillePrice | 10 |
| Processing Time | 24–48 hours after receipt |
| Mailing Address (FedEx) | State Capitol, Room 026 Little Rock, AR, Little Rock, 72201 |
| Phone Number | (501) 682-3409, (888) 233-0325 |
Please fill the form 
Avoiding Rejection: A Guide to the Arkansas Death Certificate Apostille Process
Rules for Death Certificate
Must Be a Certified Copy
You must submit an original certified copy issued by the Arkansas Department of Health, Division of Vital Records. It must have the official seal and the signature of the State Registrar. Photocopies or hospital/funeral home copies are not acceptable.
Certificate Must Be Recent
Arkansas has a strict recency requirement. The certification date on the vital record must be within one year of the date it is submitted to the Secretary of State for the apostille.
Complete the Request Package
Ensure your submission includes all required elements: The original, recent, certified death certificate. A completed "Authentication/Apostille Request Form" (available on the AR Secretary of State website). The correct fee (check the AR Secretary of State website for the current amount). A self-addressed, stamped envelope for the return of your document.
Do Not Notarize the Certificate
The certified death certificate itself should not be notarized. Its validity comes from the signature of the State Registrar, which is already on file. Notarizing it is unnecessary and will likely cause a rejection.
