Apostille
Maine apostille cost
The Maine apostille fee is $10.00 per special certification.
- Fee
- $10.00 per special certification. Source: Maine Secretary of State, Authentications and Apostilles
- Turnaround
- 10-15 business days. Source: Maine Secretary of State, Authentications and Apostilles
How to get an apostille in Maine
- 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 $10.00 fee and any request form it asks for.
What the office says
- Call 207-624-7752 for an appointment if the request has more than 5 documents.
Need it notarized first? See Maine 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.
Maine apostille questions
How much does an apostille cost in Maine?
The Maine apostille fee is $10.00 per special certification.
Who issues apostilles in Maine?
Issuing office: Maine Secretary of State, Bureau of Corporations, Elections & Commissions.
How long does an apostille take in Maine?
The office states: 10-15 business days.