Planning a life abroad with your spouse is an exciting adventure, but it often comes with a mountain of paperwork. One of the most common hurdles our clients face is the request for an “Apostilled” Japanese marriage certificate. If you’ve been asked for one, you might be wondering what it is and where to even begin.
Simply put, an Apostille is a specialized certificate of authentication that makes your document legally valid for use in another country.
In our latest success story (pictured above!), we helped a couple by managing the entire process for them:
- Reissuing an Official Copy: We obtained a new, certified copy of their Japanese marriage certificate directly from the city office in Japan.
- Securing the Apostille: We then had it authenticated by the designated authority (usually the Ministry of Foreign Affairs).
This two-step process saves our clients weeks of time, stress, and potential errors. Whether you need an Apostille for a visa, dual citizenship, or property purchase, our team at Dave Higgins Office is here to provide expert, reliable service.
Learn more about the Apostille process and how we can assist you
Dave & Hazuki