British Virgin Islands 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 British Virgin Islands still sets its own rules about how recent the document must be and whether it needs a translation into English.
Vital records for British Virgin Islands
- 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 British Virgin Islands
- 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 British Virgin Islands
| 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 |
British Virgin Islands: common questions
Is a Maryland apostille accepted in British Virgin Islands?
British Virgin Islands 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 British Virgin Islands?
Often. Official business in British Virgin Islands 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 British Virgin Islands 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 British Virgin Islands is notarized?
Then the Clerk of the Circuit Court in the notary's county must authenticate it first. We handle both offices for you.