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Apostille Services in Austin

If your international plans have deadlines that matter and some of your Austin documents require an apostille, then you need a reputable Austin apostille service. At One Source Process, we deliver fast and compliant authentication of any document for our clients citywide.

Standard
$175
  • 4-14 business days
  • 10 business days
Rush
$225
  • 1-3 business days

    Not including shipping and fees charged by embassies or the Secretary of State.

    Some states do not offer expedited processing.

Same Day
$275
  • 24 hours

    Not including shipping and fees charged by embassies or the Secretary of State.

    Some states do not offer expedited processing.

*Not including shipping and fees charged by embassies or the Secretary of State
*Some states do not offer expedited processing

Support through document issues

If your document gets rejected, you won't have to handle it alone. We:

  • Review the reason for rejection
  • Assist with fixing the issue
  • Guide you through the next steps

If necessary, we'll resubmit your documents so the process stays on track.

The Texas Secretary of State Authentications Unit in Austin

The Texas Secretary of State’s Authentications Unit is the office tasked with issuing apostilles in the Lone Star State and operates in the state’s capital. With our apostille and legalization services, you receive unmatched knowledge of local logistics and Texas apostille requirements necessary to secure success.

Walk-In Days and Appointment Days

The office does allow Austin apostille requests by both appointment and walk-ins. However, you cannot just book or show up on any day, as the department has specific times when these are permitted.

  • Walk-ins: Monday and Friday.
  • Appointments: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Mail Requests to the Authentications Unit

Mail submissions take longer: two weeks or more from the day of receipt. Importantly, the postal address for mail applications is different from the office’s address, and you can find it below:

Texas Secretary of State, Authentications Unit
P.O. Box 13550
Austin, TX 78711-3550

Only Texas Documents Qualify

The Texas Secretary of State cannot apostille documents issued or notarized in another state, as well as federal documents. They must be authenticated by the appropriate authority in the state or jurisdiction where they originated.

How Our Austin Apostille Process Works

Apply online
Submit our form online and calculate an estimated cost immediately. We will also review a scan of your documents for any errors and let you know ASAP if additional steps are required.
Send us your documents
No need to make an appointment or go to a physical location. Just mail us your documents through a secure tracked shipping service (FedEx, DHL, or UPS). In some cases we may not even need the physical copy!
Receive your documents
Once completed, your apostilled/legalized documents will be shipped to you via FedEx or DHL and will arrive at your doorstep. Whether in the US or Worldwide, we’ll get your important documents to you wherever you may be.

Place an order to calculate your cost or talk to our experts

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Serving the Rest of Texas from Austin

The one and only apostille counter in the state is located here in Austin, which means that regardless of where you reside in Texas, your paperwork will wind up here. We operate statewide and can provide Houston apostille service, Dallas apostille service, or San Antonio apostille service, with speed and precision as if you were located in the capital.

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Apostille Services Available in Austin

Before getting your documents apostilled, check whether your destination country is a member of the Hague Convention. If it isn’t, your records must go through a different process called legalization. If it is, our team has the expertise to handle any type of apostille service available in Austin, meeting the requirements and delivering your authentication on time.

Austin Birth Certificate

If you want to use a Texas birth certificate in a country that is a party to the Hague Convention, you will generally need an Austin birth certificate apostille. It may be required for purposes such as immigration, education, marriage, and other official matters.

Austin Marriage Certificate

From moving abroad to applying for spousal visas, there are many international matters that often necessitate obtaining an Austin marriage certificate apostille. Since these are vital records, a certified copy must be submitted as part of your apostille request.

Texas Background Check

From visas and employment to adoption and study, an Austin background check apostille is frequently needed to provide your criminal history information across international borders. It’s important to note that only state background checks can be apostilled in Texas, while FBI background checks must go through federal channels.

Diplomas and Transcripts

If you need to use your educational credentials in a Hague Convention country, you may need an Austin diploma apostille to authenticate them for official use abroad. This can apply to documents such as diplomas, academic transcripts, and degree certificates.

Power of Attorney

When conducting international business or being involved in out-of-country legal matters, an Austin power of attorney apostille is frequently required to ensure the procedures are handled smoothly and lawfully.

Adoption Documents

If you are completing an international adoption, some adoption paperwork may need to be apostilled before you can submit it to authorities abroad. Depending on the case, this can include certified court records, adoption orders, birth certificates, background checks, and notarized documents such as affidavits or other supporting paperwork. The exact documents depend on the requirements of the destination country and the adoption process.

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Can You Submit a Scanned Photocopy?

A scanned or ordinary photocopy cannot replace the required original or certified copy when applying for an Austin apostille. Submitting the wrong type of document can lead to rejection and delays, making it an apostille mistake worth avoiding.

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Where to Order Your Austin Records

Before applying for an Austin apostille, make sure you obtain the correct document from the appropriate issuing authority. Here are some common places to get the records you may need:

  • Birth and death certificates: Texas DSHS Vital Statistics or the appropriate local vital records office.
  • Marriage certificates: Travis County Clerk’s Office or the applicable County Clerk’s Office.
  • Background checks: Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS).
  • Divorce decrees: Travis County District Clerk’s Office or the applicable District Clerk’s Office.
  • Diplomas and transcripts: The school, college, or university that issued them.
  • Power of attorney: The document owner or issuing party, with proper Texas notarization when required.
  • Adoption documents: The relevant court, agency, or other issuing authority.

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Processing Times at the Austin Office

The exact turnaround time from submission to delivery varies by method and departmental backlogs. At One Source Process, we know how the Texas apostille process works and can speed things up to meet any deadline, including same-day.

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Need an Apostille for Your Austin Documents?

At One Source Process, we uphold the highest service standards for our clients. We review your documentation to flag potential issues early and assign a dedicated agent to support you from start to finish. If you need an Austin apostille handled efficiently and returned without hassle, contact us today.

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    CEO Brandon Yoshimura (left) and Director of Operations Danny Koo (right) outside of our office in Washington, DC.