Virginia Apostille Services
- Secretary of the Commonwealth: We coordinate directly with the Secretary of the Commonwealth for apostille processing.
- Processing Speed: Economy processing available. Economy option also available.
Virginia Apostille & Authentication Services
Whether you need an apostille for a birth certificate, marriage certificate, court order, or business document issued in Virginia, we handle the full process - from document review to coordination with the Secretary of the Commonwealth in Richmond (400 E. Cary St - relocated Dec 2025; appointment only). State processing fees start at $10 first / $5 addtl (same official, date, country).
Virginia Apostille Quick Facts
- Issuing Authority: Secretary of the Commonwealth, Richmond (400 E. Cary St - relocated Dec 2025; appointment only)
- Standard Fee: $10 first / $5 addtl (same official, date, country) (Overpayments ≤$5 may not be refunded)
- Standard Processing: 15 business days
- Walk-In: Appointment only
Current Virginia Apostille Processing Times
| Speed | Turnaround | Our Price | State Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Standard | 4-6 business days | $149/doc | $10 |
Processing times are estimates based on current Virginia Secretary of the Commonwealth capacity and may vary. State fees are set by the Virginia Secretary of the Commonwealth and are included in our pricing.
Federal documents (such as FBI background checks) are processed through the U.S. Department of State, not the Virginia Secretary of the Commonwealth. Federal processing takes 6 to 14 business days and cannot be expedited.
How It Works
1. Upload
Submit your Virginia-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 Secretary of the Commonwealth issues the apostille. We ship the completed document directly to you with tracking.
Processing Timelines
Economy Standard
4-6 business days
State processing fee: $10
If you have an immigration, academic, or travel deadline, submit as early as possible. Processing and shipping times are separate.
Commonly Apostilled Virginia Documents
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Direct Coordination with Secretary of the Commonwealth
We work directly with the Secretary of the Commonwealth in Richmond (400 E. Cary St - relocated Dec 2025; appointment 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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