Texas Apostille

The Texas Secretary of State issues Apostilles. Note: Vital records must be certified copies issued within the past five years; certified marriage licenses come from the county clerk.

State Fee
$15.00
Per document
Processing Time
Up to 2 Weeks
Mail, from receipt
Expedited
Same Day
In person, Austin (walk-in Mon/Fri; appointment Tue-Thu)

Select Your Document

Requirements vary significantly by document type. Select your document below to view the specific requirements and start your application.

Apostille Services by City

Detailed city-specific guides for Texas's largest metropolitan areas. Each guide includes local vital records offices and county information.

Common Questions

What is the County Clerk requirement?

None. Texas has no County Clerk step: the Secretary of State apostilles original Texas notarized documents and certified copies of Texas public records directly.

Can I walk in?

Yes, at the Secretary of State office, 400 West 15th Street, Austin: walk-ins on Monday and Friday, appointments required Tuesday to Thursday. Same-day service, limit 10 documents per person.