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Texas Apostille & Document Authentication

Texas Secretary of State apostille coordination managed start to finish — for international clients, academic institutions, embassies, and anyone requiring document recognition abroad. From $125 per document with international shipping available.

What Is an Apostille?

Your Document, Internationally Recognized

An apostille is an authentication certificate issued by the Texas Secretary of State that verifies the origin and legitimacy of a public document for recognition in foreign countries party to the Hague Convention of 1961.

If you are relocating abroad, enrolling in a foreign academic institution, applying for dual citizenship, conducting international business, or submitting documentation to a foreign embassy or consulate — an apostille is typically required.

Texas Notary Kristy manages the complete apostille coordination process: document review, notarization where required, submission to the Texas Secretary of State, and return shipping — domestic or international.

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Common Reasons for Apostille
  • Employment or residency abroad
  • Foreign university enrollment or transcript verification
  • Dual citizenship and naturalization applications
  • International adoption proceedings
  • Foreign business registration and corporate filings
  • Marriage or civil union abroad
  • Embassy and consulate document requirements
  • International legal proceedings
Documents We Process

Eligible Document Types

Most Texas-issued public documents are eligible for apostille certification through the Texas Secretary of State.

Birth Certificates
Texas vital records for citizenship, immigration, and international identification purposes
Diplomas & Transcripts
Academic credentials for foreign enrollment, professional licensing, and employment verification
Marriage Certificates
For spousal visa applications, name change proceedings, and foreign civil registrations
Court Documents
Judgments, divorce decrees, criminal background clearances, and legal orders
Corporate Documents
Articles of incorporation, certificates of good standing, and business agreements
Notarized Affidavits
Personal declarations, powers of attorney, and sworn statements requiring authentication
Medical Records
Vaccination records, medical clearances, and health documentation for international use
Other Public Documents
Any Texas-issued public document eligible for Secretary of State authentication
The Process

Apostille Coordination

We manage the complete workflow so you are not required to navigate state offices, shipping logistics, or document requirements independently.

1
Document Review

We review your documents to confirm eligibility, identify any notarization requirements, and establish the process and timeline for your specific document type and destination country.

2
Notarization

Where required by the Texas Secretary of State prior to apostille, we conduct notarization via mobile appointment or Remote Online Notarization session before submission.

3
SOS Submission

Documents are submitted to the Texas Secretary of State for apostille certification. Time-sensitive submissions are handled via tracked courier service.

4
Return & Delivery

Apostilled documents are returned via your preferred method. International clients receive documents via international courier with full tracking provided at each stage.

Common Questions

Apostille FAQ

Standard processing through the Texas Secretary of State requires approximately five to ten business days following receipt of your documents. Expedited options are available. International shipping transit time is additional and varies by destination.
This depends on the document type. State-issued vital records such as birth and marriage certificates typically do not require prior notarization. Private documents including affidavits and powers of attorney generally do. We advise you during document review prior to submission.
Yes. If your document was issued in Texas, we can coordinate the apostille regardless of your current location. Remote Online Notarization is available for any required notarization, and completed documents are shipped internationally.
All member countries of the Hague Apostille Convention — currently more than 120 nations — accept apostille-certified documents. If your destination country is not a Hague member, a separate embassy legalization process is required. Contact us to discuss your specific situation.
We specialize in Texas apostilles through the Texas Secretary of State. Documents issued in other states require apostille from the respective state authority. We can provide guidance and coordination for out-of-state apostille requests.
Fee Schedule

Transparent Pricing

All fees disclosed and confirmed prior to engagement. No post-engagement charges without written agreement.

Standard Apostille
$125
per document · domestic return included
  • Document eligibility review
  • Texas SOS submission and coordination
  • Status updates at each stage
  • Domestic return shipping included
  • Processing: 5–10 business days
With Notarization
$195
per document · notarization included
  • All items in Standard
  • Notarization included (mobile or RON)
  • Required for affidavits and private documents
  • Consistent coordination and tracking
  • Processing: 7–12 business days
International Client
From $245
shipping varies by destination · use quote estimator
  • Complete service from intake to delivery
  • RON notarization where required
  • Texas SOS coordination
  • International return shipping coordinated
  • Shipping confirmed at booking

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