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Apostille for France
France accepts apostilles. U.S. vital records used in France for marriage, PACS, or citizenship require a certified copy, an apostille from the issuing state, and a sworn translation by a traducteur assermenté in France.
Hague Member?
Yes — apostille accepted
Requires Apostille?
Yes
Embassy Legalization?
Not required
Typical documents used in France
- Birth certificate
- Marriage certificate
- Divorce decree
- Power of attorney
Requirements at a glance
- Long-form certified copy of vital records
- State apostille
- Sworn French translation completed after apostille
Estimated processing
1–3 weeks
Working language for translation: French
Notes from experience
French mairies often require records to be recent — usually within six months of the ceremony date. Order fresh certified copies before starting the apostille.
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