Florida Apostille Service
Florida apostilles are issued by the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, in Tallahassee. The state fee is $10 per document, or $20 for documents certified by a Florida clerk of court. Most walk-in requests are completed while you wait; mail was running about 13 business days behind in early October 2026.
| Issuing office | Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations |
|---|---|
| Where to send | 2415 N. Monroe Street, Suite 810, Tallahassee, FL 32303 |
| State fee | $10 per document; $20 for documents certified by a Florida clerk of court |
| Mail processing | No fixed timeline; the state was about 13 business days behind in early October 2026 |
| In person | Most requests are completed while you wait, weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| How to submit | By mail or walk-in, with the Apostille and Notarial Certificate Request Form |
| Our service fee | $195 per document, plus the state fee |
Fees checked October 2026 against the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations.
Apostille Request Form
How long does an apostille take in Florida?
Mail requests: no fixed timeline; the state was about 13 business days behind in early October 2026. In-person requests: most requests are completed while you wait, weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m..
Allow extra time for shipping in both directions. A missing certification or the wrong type of copy sends a document back and restarts the clock, so we check yours before it is submitted.
An FBI background check is federal, not a Florida document. It goes to the U.S. Department of State, where regular processing takes 7 to 8 weeks. We offer an expedited FBI apostille in 10 business days.
How much does a Florida apostille cost?
The state fee is $10 per document; $20 for documents certified by a Florida clerk of court, charged by the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. Our service fee is $195 per document, which covers document review, submission to the state and return of your originals. Processing time is 10 business days, depending on state delays. Shipping and translation are quoted separately.
How to get an apostille in Florida: step by step
- Get an original certified copy, or an original with a full notarial statement, signature and seal.
- Complete the Apostille and Notarial Certificate Request Form.
- Mail it with a check or money order payable to Florida Department of State and a prepaid return envelope to 2415 N. Monroe Street, Suite 810, Tallahassee, FL 32303, or walk in on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
What to watch for with Florida documents
- Florida offers no expedited mail service, so in-person filing is the only fast route.
- Photocopies are not accepted.
Personal documents
- Birth Certificate
- Marriage Certificate
- Death Certificate
- Divorce decrees and judgment
- Naturalization Certificate
- Adoption dossier
- Copy of passport
- Copy of drivers license
- Deeds and wills
- Single status affidavit
- Car/ automobile title
- Travel authorization
- State police record
- FBI background record
- No Record Of Marriage
- Apostille Agreement
Corporate documents
- Certificates of incorporation
- Certificates of good standing
- Certificates of origin
- Trademarks/patents
- Business power of attorney
- FDA certificates
- Invoices and free sale certificates
- Department of the Treasury [form 6166]
- Foreign government certificate CFG
Academic documents
- University/college diploma or transcripts
- High School diplomas or transcripts
- Attendance Certificates
Along with the request form, you’ll need to mail in your original document or certified copy. Make sure to include a self-addressed and stamped return envelope so they can mail your document back once it’s been apostilled. Apostille authentication recommends using tracked mail both ways to ensure safe delivery.
This apostilled document can then be presented along with your original document to authorities overseas as proof that it is valid and came from a genuine source.
How we help with your Florida apostille
You can file a Florida apostille yourself with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. Many people use us because a rejected document costs more time than the fee.
- We check your document first. Send a photo or scan. We confirm it is the right version, signed by the right official, before anything is submitted.
- We fix what is missing. If your document needs notarizing, a new certified copy, or a county or court certification, we arrange it.
- We submit and collect. We send your documents to the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations in Tallahassee and return the apostilled originals by tracked courier, in the US or abroad.
- We handle the federal side too. FBI background checks and other federal documents go to the U.S. Department of State, not the state. We do both.
- You can talk to a person. Call (971) 514-3743 or request a video consultation.
Our fee: $195 per document, plus the Florida state fee ($10 per document; $20 for documents certified by a Florida clerk of court). 100% satisfaction guaranteed or your money back.
You can mail your documents to us from anywhere, or visit our offices in Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, Vancouver, Herndon and Houston.
Do you need a translation?
An apostille confirms the signature on your document. It does not translate it. If the country you are sending it to does not use English, the receiving office will usually ask for a certified translation as well.
We provide certified translation, so your Florida document can be apostilled and translated in one order. Each translation comes with a signed certificate of accuracy.
Order matters. Some countries want the translation done after the apostille so the apostille page is translated too; others have their own translator requirements. Tell us the country and we will confirm the correct order before you pay. Contact us for a translation quote.
Florida apostille FAQ
How much does a Florida apostille cost?
The state fee is $10 per document; $20 for documents certified by a Florida clerk of court, charged by the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. Our service fee is $195 per document, plus the state fee.
How long does a Florida apostille take?
Mail requests: no fixed timeline; the state was about 13 business days behind in early October 2026. In-person requests: most requests are completed while you wait, weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m..
Where do I get a Florida apostille?
Florida apostilles are issued by the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations in Tallahassee.
Can Florida apostille my FBI background check?
No. FBI background checks are federal and are apostilled by the U.S. Department of State. We handle that for $195 with regular processing in 7 to 8 weeks, or $390 expedited in 10 business days.
Do I need an apostille or an authentication?
Countries in the Hague Apostille Convention accept an apostille. Other countries need an authentication followed by embassy legalization. Tell us the country and we will confirm which applies.
Can you apostille a Florida document if I live outside Florida?
Yes. Mail us the document from anywhere in the world and we return it by tracked courier.
Source: Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations. Last checked October 2026.