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Germany Apostille & Translation Services
Apostille and Certified Translation for Germany
PDX Fingerprinting apostilles your U.S. documents and arranges certified German translation, so they are ready for Germany. We work from Portland, Oregon and serve clients nationwide.
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Does Germany Accept an Apostille?
Yes. The Apostille Convention entered into force for Germany on February 13, 1966. U.S. public documents with an apostille are accepted for use in Germany without embassy legalization, although the receiving office may still set its own format, validity, and translation rules.
Documents People Apostille for Germany
- Citizenship and residence permit applications
- Marriage, birth, and family records
- Education and professional credentials
- Business and property documents
Most requests follow one of two routes. Federal documents, such as an FBI Identity History Summary, are handled by the U.S. Department of State through our FBI apostille service. State-issued documents, such as birth, marriage, and death certificates, are handled by the Secretary of State where they were issued. We process Oregon documents and other states for $195 (New York is $350 for the first document and $65 for each additional), listed in our apostille by document guide.
Translation for Germany Documents
German offices generally require a German translation, commonly by a sworn translator (vereidigter Übersetzer). Confirm with the receiving office.
PDX Fingerprinting arranges certified German translation to go with your apostilled documents. See our certified document translation service and apostille translation services. Certified translation is $65 per page. Call (503) 212-0678 to get started.
How to Get Your Documents Ready for Germany
- Confirm what the receiving office needs. Ask the employer, consulate, or agency in Germany which records they want, how recent they must be, and whether translation is required.
- Get the right original. For vital records, order a certified copy from the issuing state or county. For a background check, request your FBI Identity History Summary.
- We apostille it. Federal documents go to the U.S. Department of State. State-issued documents go to the Secretary of State where they were issued.
- We arrange translation. After the apostille, we arrange certified German translation when your documents need it.
- Send it to Germany. We return the finished set to you, ready to submit.
Germany Apostille Cost and Turnaround
- FBI apostille service: $195, typically 7 to 10 business days.
- Oregon document apostille: $195, typically 3 to 5 business days, and sometimes next day.
- Documents from other states: $195. Some states finish in about 5 business days; others take longer depending on that state’s availability. New York is $350 for the first document and $65 for each additional document.
- Certified translation: $65 per page.
Call (503) 212-0678 or book online and we will confirm your total and timeline.
Germany: What to Know Before You Order
- Germany has accepted apostilles since 1966.
- German offices commonly ask for a translation by a sworn translator.
- Many agencies want a recent issue date on background checks, so order the FBI check close to when you apply.
Related Services and Countries
- FBI apostille service
- Oregon State apostille service
- Certified document translation service
- Apostille translation services
- FBI background check for visa and immigration
- Long-stay visa services
- Apostille services FAQ
- Apostille by document
- Apostille by country
Other countries: France apostille and translation, Poland apostille and translation, Portugal apostille and translation, Greece apostille and translation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Germany accept apostilles?
Yes. The Apostille Convention entered into force for Germany on February 13, 1966. U.S. public documents with an apostille are accepted for use in Germany without embassy legalization, although the receiving office may still set its own format, validity, and translation rules.
Do I need to translate my apostilled documents for Germany?
German offices generally require a German translation, commonly by a sworn translator (vereidigter Übersetzer). Confirm with the receiving office. We can arrange translation with your apostille. Certified translation is $65 per page. Call (503) 212-0678 to get started.
How do I get an FBI background check apostilled for Germany?
Request your FBI Identity History Summary, then have it apostilled by the U.S. Department of State. Our FBI apostille service is $195 and typically takes 7 to 10 business days.
How do I get a birth or marriage certificate apostilled for Germany?
Order a certified copy from the issuing state or county, then have the Secretary of State of that state apostille it. We handle Oregon documents for $195, typically in 3 to 5 business days. Other states are $195; some finish in about 5 business days and others take longer depending on the state. New York is $350 for the first document and $65 for each additional document.
How long does it take?
Our FBI apostille service typically takes 7 to 10 business days and Oregon documents 3 to 5 business days. Translation time depends on the language and length. Call (503) 212-0678 for your timeline.
Can you handle my documents if I do not live in Oregon?
Yes. We work from Portland, Oregon and serve clients nationwide by mail.
What is the difference between an apostille and legalization?
An apostille is a single certificate accepted by Hague Convention countries. Legalization is the older multi-step process that involves an embassy or consulate.
Start Your Germany Apostille
Call (503) 212-0678 or book online. Tell us the document and where it is going, and we will confirm what is needed, including translation.
