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Rules monitored daily

We track Secretary of State, USCIS, embassy, and Hague Conference updates every day.

All 50 states + DC

Hague apostille and non-Hague embassy authentication, routed to the correct authority.

Verified for 2026

Every page fact-checked against current Secretary of State, USCIS, and Hague Conference rules, re-checked quarterly.

Standards we follow

Compliant with the rules that actually get documents accepted

Hague Apostille Convention (1961)

Apostilles issued for member countries; embassy legalization routed for non-member destinations.

State Secretary of State rules

Each filing follows the issuing state's current fee schedule, form requirements, and accepted document formats.

Vital records sourced from the state

CA birth, marriage, and death certificates come from CDPH — never the county recorder — so they're accepted for apostille on the first submission.

Notary-compliant document prep

Notarizable forms are sent blank, per state law — you fill in the facts and sign in front of a notary, then we handle the apostille.

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Apostille Services in Sacramento, California

Sacramento is the headquarters of the California Secretary of State, which means it's one of two California cities (with Los Angeles) where you can get an apostille at the counter in person, same day. We prepare your document correctly so the SOS visit takes minutes instead of a wasted trip.

Your documents stay yours. We handle your documents and personal information only to complete your apostille — never sold, shared, or used for marketing by third parties.

Issuing authority
California Secretary of State (Sacramento or Los Angeles)
State / federal fee
$20 per document (CA SOS)
Processing
Same-day at the Sacramento SOS counter, or 1–5 business days by mail

Quick facts

  • California Secretary of State HQ: 1500 11th Street, Sacramento
  • Same-day apostille window available in person
  • Serves Sacramento County and the broader region: Elk Grove, Roseville, Folsom, Davis
  • Mail-in is also fully supported for clients statewide
  • We confirm document format before you visit the SOS

What to know

If you're local to Sacramento, walking into the SOS office is fast — provided the document is prepared correctly. Vital records have to be CDPH-issued long-form copies, POAs and diplomas have to be properly notarized, and transcripts need a registrar-sealed envelope. We review the document up front and build a packet you can hand to the counter without a second trip.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Sacramento SOS apostille office?

The California Secretary of State HQ is at 1500 11th Street, Sacramento. Walk-in apostille service is available during posted hours.

Can I just walk in without any preparation?

You can, but if the document isn't in the right format you'll be turned away. We review the document first so the SOS visit is one trip.

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