Apostille
Washington apostille cost
The Washington apostille fee is $15.00 per document.
- Fee
- $15.00 per document. Source: WA Secretary of State apostille page
- Faster service
- +$100.00 expedite fee per 10 documents, in addition to the per-document fee. Source: WA Secretary of State apostille page
- Turnaround
- Standard processing typically 7 to 10 business days of receiving the order. Source: WA Secretary of State apostille page
How to get an apostille in Washington
- 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 $15.00 fee and any request form it asks for.
What the office says
- Same-day in-person service (Tumwater or Cheney) is $15.00 per document plus a $150 same-day fee for the first 10 documents.
Need it notarized first? See Washington 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.
Washington apostille questions
How much does an apostille cost in Washington?
The Washington apostille fee is $15.00 per document.
Who issues apostilles in Washington?
Issuing office: Washington Secretary of State, Corporations and Charities Division.
How long does an apostille take in Washington?
The office states: Standard processing typically 7 to 10 business days of receiving the order.
Can I get an apostille faster in Washington?
Yes. Faster service costs an extra $100.00 expedite fee per 10 documents, in addition to the per-document fee.