Instructions for Indiana Apostilles
The Indiana Secretary of State requires all apostille requests to be accompanied by State Form 56720. This form ensures your documents are routed correctly.
Apostille Fees & Exemptions
Indiana has a unique fee structure:
- Standard Fee: $2.00 per document (e.g., Powers of Attorney, Affidavits).
- FREE NO FEE:
- Birth Certificates
- Death Certificates
- Adoption Decrees
- Marriage Certificates
- School Transcripts & Diplomas
Submission Steps
- Download Form: Get the PDF below.
- Complete Form: Fill out your contact info and the country where the document will be used.
- Prepare Payment: If applicable ($2/doc), include a check/money order payable to "Secretary of State". Do not send cash.
- Mail To:
Indiana Secretary of State
Authentications
302 W. Washington Street, Room E-018
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Important Notes
- Return Envelope: You MUST include a self-addressed stamped envelope (SASE) or a pre-paid airbill (FedEx/UPS). If you do not, your documents may not be returned.
- Vital Records: Ensure birth/death certificates are issued by the state/county health officer, not just a hospital record.