How to Get an Apostille in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide for DFW Residents

If you're in the Dallas–Fort Worth area and need to send a document abroad, chances are you'll need an apostille. Whether it’s for school, business, adoption, or a legal matter, getting your paperwork authenticated can feel confusing—especially since apostilles aren’t processed locally in DFW.

In this guide, I’ll walk you through exactly how to get an apostille in Texas and how I make the process simple and stress-free for my clients across Dallas, Fort Worth, and the surrounding counties.

🌍 What Is an Apostille, and Why Do I Need One?

An apostille is an official certification issued by the Texas Secretary of State that verifies the authenticity of a document or notary signature for use in countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention.

You'll need an apostille if you're:

Getting married or divorced in another country
Adopting internationally
Working or studying abroad
Settling legal or business matters overseas
Establishing residency or dual citizenship

📍 Can I Get an Apostille in Dallas or Fort Worth?

No. The only office in Texas that issues apostilles is located in Austin at the Texas Secretary of State. That means if you're in DFW, your documents must be mailed or hand-delivered to Austin for processing.

That’s where my apostille services come in—I handle the entire process so you don’t have to.

✅ Step-by-Step: How I Help You Get an Apostille in Texas

1. Document Review & Notarization (If Needed)

First, I review your document to confirm if it needs to be notarized. Some documents—like powers of attorney, business agreements, or consent forms—must be notarized. Others, like certified birth or marriage certificates, don’t.

If needed, I’ll notarize your document during our appointment.

2. Choose Your Service Level

You can select:

Expedited Apostille – Overnight to Austin, hand-delivered to the Secretary of State, and returned in 2–3 business days.
Standard Mail-In Apostille – Mailed to Austin for standard processing (can take 2–3 weeks).

3. I Ship to Austin

I send your documents via overnight courier (FedEx/UPS) to my trusted agent in Austin.

4. Hand-Delivery to the Secretary of State

For expedited service, your paperwork is walked directly into the Secretary of State’s office for same-day processing.

5. Return Delivery to You

Once the apostille is issued, your documents are overnighted back to you—or hand-delivered locally if you're in DFW.

📝 Common Documents That Need Apostilles

Birth and death certificates
Marriage and divorce records
School diplomas and transcripts
Power of attorney (POA)
Adoption and custody documents
Corporate documents and business agreements
Medical directives
Travel consent letters for minors

📦 What You’ll Need to Provide

The original document(s)
A valid photo ID (if notarization is required)
The name of the country where the document will be used
Your contact and return delivery information

🕒 How Long Does It Take?

Expedited: 2–3 business days (with hand-delivery to Austin)
Standard: 2–3 weeks (by mail only)

📍 Serving the Entire Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex

I’m based in Tarrant County and serve clients across:

Dallas
Fort Worth
Arlington
Plano
Irving
Frisco
Denton
Mansfield
Grand Prairie
And surrounding areas

Pickup and drop-off available depending on your location, or you can mail your documents to me.

🤝 Why Choose Me for Your Apostille Service?

✅ 20+ years of notary experience
✅ Licensed, bonded, and insured
✅ Convenient mobile and remote appointments
✅ Trusted, secure delivery to and from Austin
✅ Flexible service options to fit your timeline

📞 Let Me Handle the Hassle—You Focus on What Matters

Getting an apostille in Texas shouldn’t be complicated. I take care of the legwork so you can focus on what matters—whether that’s preparing for a move abroad, expanding your business, or finalizing an adoption.

Need an apostille fast in the DFW area?Contact me today to schedule your appointment or get a custom quote.