Réunion is a French overseas department in the Indian Ocean, known for its volcanic landscapes, diverse culture, and strong administrative ties to France. To use your U.S. documents in Réunion, you will need an Apostille, following Hague Apostille procedures, ensuring your documents are officially recognized for business, legal, educational, or personal purposes.
Validating your official certifications in this French Indian Ocean stronghold? As a full department of France, you can also explore the apostille and documentation standards for Mainland France or the neighboring island of Mayotte.
How to Get an Apostille for Réunion
Prepare your documents (notarize if needed)
Upload your documents Digitally to our Website
We process the apostille
Receive your documents
Country-Specific Notes
Réunion follows French legal procedures, so U.S. documents must be apostilled for international recognition
Official language: French – translations to French are usually required
Notarization may be needed before apostille for certain personal, corporate, or academic documents
Federal documents such as FBI background checks, IRS letters, or corporate filings must be apostilled by the U.S. Department of State
Apostilled documents are recognized across government offices, banks, schools, and businesses in Réunion
Use Cases
You may need an apostille for Réunion when:
Submitting personal documents for legal or administrative purposes
Working with local or international companies operating in Réunion
Applying for visas, residency, or educational programs
Providing academic or corporate documents recognized by authorities
Legal or official certification of birth, marriage, or FBI background checks