Kentucky Marriage Certificate Apostille for Use in Mexico
A Marriage Certificate issued in Kentucky must be apostilled by the Kentucky 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 | 5 |
| Processing Time | Mail Requests: Approximately 3 business days Walk-In Requests: Same-day service available |
| Mailing Address (FedEx) | 700 Capital Avenue, Suite 152, Frankfort, KY 40601, Frankfort, 40602 |
| Phone Number | (502) 564-3490 |
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Avoiding Rejection: A Guide to the Kentucky Marriage Certificate Apostille Process
Rules for Marriage Certificate
Certified Document
You must submit an original certified copy issued by the Kentucky Office of Vital Statistics or the County Clerk where the license was issued. It must have the original signature of the State Registrar or County Clerk.
Notarization is REQUIRED (Critical Step)
This is Kentucky's key requirement. The certified marriage certificate must be notarized by a Kentucky Notary Public before you send it to the Secretary of State. The notary must affix their seal and complete their notarial certificate. Rejection Cause: Sending the document without this notarization. The state apostilles the notary's signature, not the vital records official's signature directly.
Complete Cover Sheet
You must include a completed "Apostille/Authentication Cover Sheet" which acts as your cover sheet. This form is available on the Kentucky Secretary of State's website and is mandatory.
Correct Payment
Include a $5.00 per apostille fee. Payment must be made by check or money order payable to "Kentucky State Treasurer." Cash is not accepted for mail-in requests.
Pre-Paid Return Shipping
You must include a self-addressed, stamped envelope with sufficient postage. Using a trackable service like USPS Priority Mail is highly recommended.
