Can I download a PDF form for NJ apostille?

New Jersey uses an online system. You fill out the information on their portal, pay online, and then print the confirmation page to include with your mailed documents.

How much does a New Jersey apostille cost?

$25.00 per document, plus a small surcharge for credit card ($2.50) or e-check ($1.00) payments.

Can I use a local birth certificate for NJ apostille?

No. Birth, marriage, and death certificates MUST be issued by the State Office of Vital Statistics in Trenton. Local registrar copies are not accepted.

Does NJ accept remote notarization?

No. New Jersey strictly rejects remotely notarized documents for apostille purposes. You must use an in-person notary.

New Jersey Apostille Request Form — Online Service Guide (2026)

Q: Where do I mail the NJ apostille request?

Mail to: NJ Department of Treasury, Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services, 33 West State Street, 5th Floor, Trenton, NJ 08608-1001.

New Jersey Apostille Request Form

New Jersey uses a mandatory Online Apostille Service. You must complete the form online, pay the $25 fee, and print the confirmation page to mail with your documents.

Quick Facts

Method

Online Submission Only

Office

NJ Treasury (DRES)

Fee

$25.00 per document

Extra Fees

$2.50 Credit Card / $1.00 E-Check

Mail to

NJ Dept of Treasury, DRES, 33 West State Street, 5th Floor, Trenton, NJ 08608-1001

Walk-In

Same address (Trenton). M-F 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM (Strict hours).

Vital Records Warning: Trenton Only

Stop & Check

New Jersey DOES NOT accept birth, marriage, or death certificates issued by local registrars (town or city clerks).

Accepted: Issued by the State Office of Vital Statistics in Trenton.
Rejected: Issued by Jersey City, Newark, Ocean County, etc.

How to Use the Online System

Step 1 — Visit the Portal

Go to the NJ Division of Revenue Apostille Service section. Select "Apostille/Certification of Authentication Request".

Step 2 — Fill in Details

Enter the Requestor Information (you) and the Document Usage Information (destination country).

Step 3 — Pay & Print

Pay the $25/doc fee online via credit card or e-check. Print the "Service Request Confirmation" page. This is your form.

Mailing Checklist

What to put in the envelope:

Service Request Confirmation Page — The one you printed after paying.
Your Document(s) — Must be originals or certified copies.
Return Envelope — Self-addressed with postage.

Common Rejection Reasons (NJ-Specific)

Local Vital Records — Sending a document from a specific town hall instead of Trenton.
Remote Notary — Documents notarized via webcam/remote online notary (RON) are REJECTED.
No Confirmation Page — Sending documents with just a check and no online receipt.

Where to Mail

NJ Division of Revenue and Enterprise Services
33 West State Street
5th Floor
Trenton, NJ 08608-1001

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I just send a check?

You shouldn't. The online system is the preferred and fastest method. Sending a manual check often leads to delays if the form isn't perfect.

How long does it take?

Mail processing takes about 12-20 business days. Walk-in service is same-day or next-day but has limited hours (8:30-2:00).