Apostille
Hawaii apostille cost
The Hawaii apostille fee is $3.00 per document.
- Issuing office
- Office of the Lieutenant Governor
- Fee
- $3.00 per document. Source: Hawaii Office of the Lt. Governor, Instruction for Apostille & Certification
- Turnaround
- 7 to 10 business days. Source: Hawaii Office of the Lt. Governor, Instruction for Apostille & Certification
How to get an apostille in Hawaii
- Check the destination. An apostille works only for countries in the Hague Apostille Convention. Other countries need authentication and embassy legalization instead.
- Get the document ready. Check what the office accepts before you send anything, including any certification it needs first.
- Submit it. Send the document to the office with the $3.00 fee and any request form it asks for.
What the office says
- Mail-in applications accept money order, cashier's check or cash; no personal checks.
- Birth, death and marriage certificates issued before Jan 1, 2025 must be reordered from the Department of Health.
Need it notarized first? See Hawaii notary fees.
Figures checked against the official sources linked here on November 7, 2026. These are government fees only: a private service, shipping and any embassy charge are extra. This is general information, not legal advice. Laws change, so confirm with the official source before relying on a figure.
Hawaii apostille questions
How much does an apostille cost in Hawaii?
The Hawaii apostille fee is $3.00 per document.
Who issues apostilles in Hawaii?
Issuing office: Office of the Lieutenant Governor.
How long does an apostille take in Hawaii?
The office states: 7 to 10 business days.