Wisconsin Apostille Services
- Secretary of State: We coordinate directly with the Secretary of State for apostille processing.
- Processing Speed: Same-day / express processing available.
Wisconsin Apostille & Authentication Services
Whether you need an apostille for a birth certificate, marriage certificate, court order, or business document issued in Wisconsin, we handle the full process - from document review to coordination with the Secretary of State in Madison. State processing fees start at $10 standard / $35 expedited.
Wisconsin Apostille Quick Facts
- Issuing Authority: Secretary of State, Madison
- Standard Fee: $10 standard / $35 expedited (Two competent authorities: SOS + WI Dept. of Financial Institutions (DFI))
- Standard Processing: 20 business days
- Walk-In: Yes
Current Wisconsin Apostille Processing Times
| Speed | Turnaround | Our Price | State Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Priority Express (2-4 Business Days) | See speed column | $249/doc | $35 |
| Economy (7-20 Business Days) | See speed column | $149/doc | $10 |
Processing times are estimates based on current Wisconsin Secretary of State capacity and may vary. State fees are set by the Wisconsin Secretary of State and are included in our pricing.
Some processing speeds may have different turnaround times than our standard tiers. The times shown reflect Wisconsin-specific processing.
Federal documents (such as FBI background checks) are processed through the U.S. Department of State, not the Wisconsin Secretary of State. Federal processing takes 6 to 14 business days and cannot be expedited.
How It Works
1. Upload
Submit your Wisconsin-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 State issues the apostille. We ship the completed document directly to you with tracking.
Processing Timelines
Priority Express
Priority Express (2-4 Business Days) (business-day turnaround)
Economy Standard
Economy (7-20 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 Wisconsin Documents
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Direct Coordination with Secretary of State
We work directly with the Secretary of State in Madison 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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