A Single Status Affidavit is a sworn statement confirming that an individual is legally unmarried. When this document is required for marriage abroad, it often must be authenticated with an apostille before it is accepted by foreign civil authorities.
International marriage registries and consulates frequently require proof of marital status before issuing a marriage license. An apostille confirms the authenticity of the notarized affidavit for use in participating Hague Convention countries.
Single Status Affidavits are typically notarized at the state level and processed through the appropriate state authority for apostille issuance. The procedure depends on the jurisdiction in which the affidavit was executed.