Certificate to Foreign Government (CFG) Apostille for Saudi Arabia
An apostille for a Certificate to Foreign Government (CFG) is required to ensure that U.S.-issued documents intended for official use by foreign authorities are formally recognized in the Saudi Arabia.
This process verifies the authenticity of signatures, seals, and the authority of the issuing federal agency, allowing the document to be accepted for governmental, regulatory, and commercial purposes within the Kingdom.
Eligible Document Description
A Certificate to Foreign Government (CFG) is an official document issued by a U.S. federal agency certifying information required by a foreign government.
It may include:
Product eligibility confirmation
Regulatory compliance statements
Federally verified certifications for export or registration
The document is signed by authorized federal officials and typically bears the official seal of the issuing agency.
Federal Documents Processing Time & Fees.
| Service | Fees | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Service fee | $62 | - |
| U.S. Department of State fee | $20 | 9 |
| U.S. Arab chamber of commerce stamp | $35 | 1 |
| Total | $117 | 10 business days |
Apostille Process
Federally issued CFGs are authenticated by the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. Once completed, an apostille is attached, making the document legally recognized for official use in the Saudi Arabia.
This apostille replaces embassy legalization and ensures international validity under the Hague Apostille Convention.
Important Notes
Documents without proper federal authentication cannot be apostilled.
Altered, incomplete, or improperly certified CFGs will be rejected.
An apostille confirms only the authenticity of signatures and seals, not the accuracy, content, or regulatory compliance of the certified information.
Applicants should verify all governmental and regulatory requirements with the relevant authorities in Saudi Arabia before submission.