Michigan Apostille Services
- Department of State: We coordinate directly with the Department of State for apostille processing.
- Processing Speed: Same-day / express processing available.
Michigan Apostille & Authentication Services
Whether you need an apostille for a birth certificate, marriage certificate, court order, or business document issued in Michigan, we handle the full process - from document review to coordination with the Department of State in 9 locations statewide (appointment; Mon & Wed only). State processing fees start at $1.
Michigan Apostille Quick Facts
- Issuing Authority: Department of State, 9 locations statewide (appointment; Mon & Wed only)
- Standard Fee: $1 (Lowest fee nationally)
- Standard Processing: 30 business days
- Walk-In: Appointment only
Current Michigan Apostille Processing Times
| Speed | Turnaround | Our Price | State Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Priority Express (1-7 Business Days) | See speed column | $249/doc | $1 |
| Economy (4-6 Weeks) | See speed column | $149/doc | $1 |
Processing times are estimates based on current Michigan Department of State capacity and may vary. State fees are set by the Michigan Department of State and are included in our pricing.
Some processing speeds may have different turnaround times than our standard tiers. The times shown reflect Michigan-specific processing.
Federal documents (such as FBI background checks) are processed through the U.S. Department of State, not the Michigan Department of State. Federal processing takes 6 to 14 business days and cannot be expedited.
How It Works
1. Upload
Submit your Michigan-issued document through our secure portal. We review it for eligibility before processing.
2. Prepare & Notarize
We prepare the required certification package and coordinate notarization as needed for your document type.
3. Apostille Issued
The Department of State issues the apostille. We ship the completed document directly to you with tracking.
Processing Timelines
Priority Express
Priority Express (1-7 Business Days) (business-day turnaround)
Economy Standard
Economy (4-6 Weeks)
State processing fee: $1
If you have an immigration, academic, or travel deadline, submit as early as possible. Processing and shipping times are separate.
Commonly Apostilled Michigan Documents
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Direct Coordination with Department of State
We work directly with the Department of State in 9 locations statewide (appointment; Mon & Wed only) to ensure your documents are processed correctly and efficiently.
Tracked Shipping Included
Your apostilled documents are shipped directly to you with full tracking. Domestic and international shipping options available.
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