Cost & Timeline
State Fee
$2–$25 per document (state fee varies)
Plus service and shipping fees
Standard Processing
5–10 business days
After document received
Expedited Processing
1–3 business days
Additional fee applies
Divorce decree apostille processing depends on the court's location. State court divorces are apostilled by the Secretary of State in the state where the court sits. The process typically takes 5–10 business days for standard processing. Obtaining certified copies from courts can take 1–4 weeks depending on the court's backlog.
Who Needs a Divorce Decree Apostille?
- Individuals remarrying in a foreign country
- Immigration applicants who need to prove marital status
- People updating legal records in another country after divorce
- Individuals processing international property settlements
- Expats handling custody arrangements across borders
- People applying for visas that require proof of marital status
Required Documents
- Certified copy of the divorce decree (court-issued with clerk seal)
- Government-issued photo ID
- Apostille application form
- Court filing information (case number, court name)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting an uncertified copy of the divorce decree — only court-certified copies are accepted
- Not distinguishing between the divorce judgment and the divorce certificate — requirements vary by country
- Sending the decree to the wrong state — it must be apostilled in the state where the court is located
- Forgetting to include all pages of a multi-page decree
- Not checking whether the destination country requires the decree to be translated after apostille
Ready to Get Started?
Submit your documents for apostille processing today. Our team reviews every submission to ensure it meets requirements — avoiding rejections and delays.
Free document review included — we check your documents before processing.
Step-by-Step Process
Obtain a Certified Copy
Request a certified copy of the divorce decree from the court that granted the divorce. The copy must bear the court clerk's seal and signature.
Determine the Correct Authority
State-level court documents are apostilled by the Secretary of State. Federal court divorces follow a different path through the U.S. Department of State.
Submit for Apostille
Send the certified divorce decree to the appropriate authority (state or federal) with the required fees and application.
Receive the Apostilled Document
The apostille authenticates the divorce decree for use in 120+ Hague Convention countries. For non-Hague countries, additional embassy legalization may be needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why Choose 1Apostille
All 50 States
We process apostilles nationwide — every state covered.
Document Review
Free pre-submission review to prevent rejections.
Fast Processing
Standard and expedited options available.
Secure Handling
Your documents are handled with care and confidentiality.
Start Your Divorce Decree Apostille Today
Let our experienced team handle the complete apostille process for you — from document review to Secretary of State submission and secure delivery.