Bermuda accepts apostilles under the United Kingdom's membership of the Hague Apostille Convention, so a Maryland apostille is enough there.
The apostille only confirms the signature and seal on your document. Each office in Bermuda still sets its own rules about how recent the document must be and whether it needs a translation into English.
Vital records for Bermuda
- Certified copySigned and sealed by a Maryland official
- Maryland Secretary of State16 Francis Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 · $5 per document
- Apostille attachedValid in every Hague Convention country
Notarized documents for Bermuda
- Sign before a Maryland notaryThe notary's stamp names their county.
- Clerk of the Circuit Court (notary’s county)Authenticates the notary · about $1 per document
- Maryland Secretary of State16 Francis Street, Annapolis, MD 21401 · $5 per document
- Apostille attachedValid in every Hague Convention country
Cost for Bermuda
| Option | Per document |
|---|---|
| Vital record, you mail it yourself | $5 |
| Any Maryland document, we file it | $50 |
| Notarized, we handle the clerk too | $50 + $1 |
| Federal (FBI check) | $57 |
Bermuda: common questions
Is a Maryland apostille accepted in Bermuda?
Bermuda accepts apostilles under the United Kingdom's membership of the Hague Apostille Convention, so a Maryland apostille is enough there.
Do I need a translation for Bermuda?
Often. Official business in Bermuda is conducted in English. If your document is in English, the receiving office may ask for a certified translation into English, usually made after the apostille is attached.
Can I apostille a birth certificate for Bermuda myself?
Yes. A certified Maryland birth certificate goes straight to the Secretary of State with a $5 fee. Our free guide explains each step.
What if my document for Bermuda is notarized?
Then the Clerk of the Circuit Court in the notary's county must authenticate it first. We handle both offices for you.