Florida Apostille by
Document Type
Step-by-step apostille instructions for every common document — birth certificates, diplomas, powers of attorney, marriage certificates, and more.
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Document Types Covered
24h
Rush Processing Available
120+
Hague Convention Countries
100%
State-Certified Process
No Notarization Needed
Florida marriage certificates issued by the county clerk's office with an official seal go directly to the FL Secretary of State for apostille — no additional notarization needed.
Processing
Standard 4–6 days · Rush 1–2 days
Starting At
$75
Common Use Cases
- Spousal visa applications abroad
- Name change in a foreign country
- Joint foreign bank account opening
- Property inheritance overseas
- International insurance documentation
Florida Marriage Certificate Apostille
A marriage certificate apostille is needed when your Florida marriage document must be recognized abroad — for spousal visa applications, name change overseas, joint bank accounts, or property transactions in a foreign country.
What You Need to Prepare
- Certified copy from the county clerk where you married
- Must have the clerk's original signature and official seal
- Both spouses' full legal names must appear on the document
- Certificate must not be expired or altered
Commonly Requested For These Countries
Get a Certified Copy from the County Clerk
Before You VisitContact the clerk of court in the Florida county where you were married. Request a certified copy — not a commemorative certificate. The county seal and clerk's signature are required.
Document Review
We Handle ThisWe verify the document meets FL Secretary of State requirements: correct seal type, official signature, and no alterations.
Courier to Secretary of State
We Handle ThisWe submit your certificate to the Apostille Division with proper documentation and the state processing fee.
Apostille Issued
State OfficeThe FL Secretary of State attaches the Hague apostille certificate authenticating the clerk's signature and county seal.
Return & Delivery
We Handle ThisYour apostilled marriage certificate is returned to you or delivered to your destination — we can also translate and apostille together if needed.
Ready to apostille your Marriage Certificate?
Same-day courier · Rush processing available · $75 starting price
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Rush Service
24–48 hour processing for urgent apostille requests.
Mobile Notary Included
Need notarization first? We come to you — home, office, or hospital.
International Delivery
Secure courier to your destination country via FedEx International.
We Handle Every Step.
You Just Send the Document.
From notarization to Secretary of State submission to secure delivery — Notary Nexus manages the entire Florida apostille process so you don't have to navigate government offices, processing windows, or courier logistics on your own.
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