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FAQs
What is an Apostille?
An apostille is a special stamp that confirms the authenticity of a document issued by a government official or notary public. This includes important documents like:
- Marriage certificates
- Birth and death certificates
- Diplomas and transcripts
- Vehicle titles
- Adoption records
- Court documents
- And many more!
The apostille verifies that the official or notary who signed the document is who they claim to be. This ensures that your documents are legitimate and can be recognized by other countries.
In the United States, the 1961 Hague Convention established the apostille as a way to authenticate documents for international use.
In North Carolina, the Secretary of State is the authority that issues apostilles. I’m lucky to be located just minutes away from the North Carolina Secretary of State, which means I can personally hand-deliver your documents for apostille processing.
How Do I Get an Apostille?
It’s simple! Send me your documents, completed order form, and a prepaid return shipping label, and I’ll take care of the rest.
How Much Does a North Carolina Apostille Cost?
Adoption Related Apostille
- $10 (USD) fee for the original
- $5.00 (USD) for each duplicate original ordered at the same time as the 1st original
- $10.00 for each duplicate original ordered at a different time than the 1st original
If you are requesting duplicate original authentications, you need to include all original documents for processing. The North Carolina Secretary of State does not authenticate copies of an original for duplicate purposes
All Other Apostille
- $10 (USD) fee for the original
- $10 (USD) fee for each duplicate
Make checks payable to “NC Secretary of State”
What is the Processing Time for a North Carolina Apostille?
As of July 1, 2024, the current processing time can take up to 45 days. This lengthy turn-around time is temporary and the North Carolina Secretary of State is taking advantage of every opportunity to return documents to you sooner.
Up to date turn around times can be found on the NC SOS website by clicking HERE.
Why Do I need a North Carolina Apostille for My Documents?
If you are planning to use a document issued by North Carolina in a country that’s part of the Hague Apostille Convention, you’ll need an apostille to verify the document’s authenticity to make it accepted and official abroad.
Can I get an Apostille in North Carolina for My Out of State Birth Certificate?
No. Apostille are issued by the Secretary of State that the document was issued in.
Can the Document be in a Foreign Language and Still Get Apostille?
Yes! Your document can be in a foreign language, but the part the North Carolina notary does MUST be in English.
Do I have to Send You the Original Document?
YES! The State requires original document to get an apostille. Do NOT send a photocopy.
What if the Country I'm Sending the Document to is Not Part of the Hague Convention?
The North Carolina Secretary of State will issue an Authentication. When I bring your document to them, I will tell them what country you will be using the document in and they will issue the appropriate document: Authentication or Apostille