General Questions

 

 

What is a court document apostille?

A court document apostille is the official certification that makes U.S. court records valid for international use in Hague Convention countries. Miami Dade Apostille processes apostilles for court judgments, divorce decrees, adoption rulings, and other legal records.

 

Which court documents can Miami Dade Apostille apostille?

We process divorce decrees, adoption decrees, custody rulings, judgments, probate documents, name change orders, and certified copies of other court-issued records.

 

Why do I need an apostille for a court document?

Foreign governments require apostilled court documents for immigration, marriage, adoption, dual citizenship, inheritance, and legal disputes. Miami Dade Apostille ensures your documents are properly authenticated.

 

Where do I get a certified copy of my court document?

You must request it from the clerk of the court that issued the judgment. Miami Dade Apostille only processes certified copies with official seals and signatures.

 

Do court documents need to be notarized before apostille?

No. Apostilles are issued on certified court copies. Miami Dade Apostille will advise if notarization is required in your state.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille process court documents from any state?

Yes. We handle court document apostilles from all 50 states and Washington D.C.

 

 

 

Divorce Decree Apostille

 

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille apostille a divorce decree?

Yes. Divorce decrees issued by family courts are eligible for apostille once a certified copy is obtained.

 

Why would I need a divorce decree apostille?

They are often required for remarriage abroad, immigration, name changes, or financial matters. Miami Dade Apostille ensures the decree is valid internationally.

 

How long does it take to apostille a divorce decree?

Processing usually takes a few business days. Miami Dade Apostille also provides expedited service for urgent cases.

 

 

 

Adoption and Custody Documents

 

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille apostille adoption records?

Yes. Adoption decrees and related court rulings can be apostilled for use abroad in international adoptions and citizenship processes.

 

Can custody orders be apostilled?

Yes. Certified custody rulings from family courts can be apostilled by Miami Dade Apostille for use internationally.

 

Do adoption or custody documents need notarization?

No. Certified court copies are sufficient. Miami Dade Apostille handles the process from start to finish.

 

 

 

Probate, Inheritance, and Legal Judgments

 

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille apostille probate or inheritance documents?

Yes. Wills admitted to probate, estate rulings, and inheritance judgments can all be apostilled.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille apostille financial or business court judgments?

Yes. Court-issued rulings on financial disputes, contracts, or business matters are eligible for apostille.

 

Do foreign countries require apostilles on probate rulings?

Yes. Many countries require apostilled probate records for inheritance and estate settlements abroad.

 

 

 

Processing and Delivery

 

 

How long does it take to apostille a court document?

Times vary by state but usually take a few business days. Miami Dade Apostille also offers rush processing.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille provide certified translations of court documents?

Yes. Certified translations are available for divorce decrees, adoption orders, and all court records.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille ship court document apostilles internationally?

Yes. We provide secure worldwide delivery with FedEx, DHL, UPS, and USPS.

 

What if my court document is very old?

You may need to request a recent certified copy from the court clerk. Miami Dade Apostille can guide you.

 

Do apostilled court documents expire?

No. Apostilles remain valid indefinitely, though some foreign authorities may ask for recently issued copies.

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General Court Document Apostille Questions

 

 

What is a court document apostille?

A court document apostille is the certification that makes U.S. court-issued records valid for use abroad in Hague Convention countries. Miami Dade Apostille processes apostilles for all types of court records.

 

Why do I need an apostille for court documents?

Foreign governments require apostilled court documents for immigration, marriage, adoption, divorce recognition, inheritance, or legal disputes.

 

Which court documents can Miami Dade Apostille apostille?

We handle divorce decrees, adoption rulings, custody orders, judgments, probate rulings, estate documents, name change orders, and certified copies of all court records.

 

Do court documents need to be notarized before apostille?

No. Apostilles are issued on certified copies signed and sealed by the court clerk.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille process court documents from all 50 states?

Yes. We provide nationwide coverage for all state and federal court records.

 

How long does it take to apostille a court document?

Usually a few business days. Miami Dade Apostille also offers expedited processing.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille provide translations of court documents?

Yes. We offer certified translations in Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, and more.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille ship apostilled court documents internationally?

Yes. We provide secure worldwide shipping with FedEx, UPS, DHL, and USPS.

 

 

 

Divorce Decree Apostille

 

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille apostille a divorce decree?

Yes. Divorce decrees issued by family courts can be apostilled once certified copies are obtained.

 

Why would I need a divorce decree apostille?

They are required for remarriage abroad, immigration, name changes, and family legal matters.

 

Do foreign countries accept U.S. divorce decrees without apostille?

No. Apostille is required for recognition abroad.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille handle same-sex divorce decrees?

Yes. All legally issued divorce decrees qualify for apostille.

 

 

 

Adoption and Custody Document Apostille

 

 

Can adoption decrees be apostilled?

Yes. Adoption decrees are frequently apostilled for international adoptions and citizenship.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille apostille custody orders?

Yes. Custody orders can be apostilled for immigration, relocation, and family law purposes abroad.

 

Do adoption records require notarization before apostille?

No. Only certified court copies are valid.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille process urgent adoption cases?

Yes. We provide expedited apostille service for adoption-related deadlines.

 

 

 

Probate, Estate, and Inheritance Apostille

 

 

Can probate rulings be apostilled?

Yes. Probate and inheritance rulings often need apostilles for recognition abroad.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille apostille wills admitted to probate?

Yes. Certified probate court copies can be apostilled.

 

Why would inheritance records need an apostille?

Many countries require apostilled probate rulings to release estate assets abroad.

 

 

 

Civil and Criminal Judgments Apostille

 

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille apostille civil judgments?

Yes. Civil judgments can be apostilled for enforcement or recognition abroad.

 

Can criminal court documents be apostilled?

Yes. Sentencing records and certified rulings can be apostilled when requested by foreign authorities.

 

Do all foreign countries accept apostilled criminal records?

Hague countries accept apostilles. Non-Hague countries may require embassy legalization.

 

 

 

Name Change and Family Law Documents

 

 

Can name change orders be apostilled?

Yes. Certified name change court orders can be apostilled for recognition abroad.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille apostille annulment decrees?

Yes. Annulment judgments can be apostilled for international use.

 

Can guardianship orders be apostilled?

Yes. Guardianship rulings can be apostilled for immigration and custody purposes.

 

 

 

Country-Specific Court Document Apostille

 

 

Do I need a divorce decree apostille for Spain?

Yes. Spain requires apostilles on divorce decrees for remarriage, residency, and citizenship.

 

Do I need a custody order apostille for Italy?

Yes. Italy requires apostilles on custody and family court orders.

 

Do Brazilian authorities require probate apostilles?

Yes. Brazil requires apostilles on probate and inheritance rulings.

 

Do Mexican authorities require apostilled divorce decrees?

Yes. Mexico requires apostilles on divorce records for remarriage and immigration.

 

Do Argentine authorities require court apostilles?

Yes. Argentina requests apostilled court judgments for family and inheritance cases.

 

 

 

Practical Processing Questions

 

 

What if my court document is very old?

You may need to request a recent certified copy. Miami Dade Apostille guides you through the process.

 

What if my court document is sealed?

It must be an official certified copy with the court’s seal and signature.

 

Do apostilled court documents expire?

No. Apostilles are permanent, but some countries require recent certified copies.

 

What if my document is from federal court?

Miami Dade Apostille also processes apostilles for federal court judgments and rulings.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille process multiple court documents at once?

Yes. We handle bulk orders for families, law firms, and corporate cases.

 

Can Miami Dade Apostille handle consular legalization instead of apostille?

Yes. For non-Hague countries, we provide embassy and consular legalization services.