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California Apostille Pricing for Vital Records, Legal Documents & Business Documents
Transparent California Apostille Pricing for Local, Nationwide & International Clients
California apostilles can only be issued by the California Secretary of State. If your birth certificate, marriage certificate, death certificate, divorce decree, power of attorney, diploma, or business document was issued in California, you do not need to live in California to obtain a California apostille. Clients throughout the United States regularly mail California documents for apostille processing.
How much does an apostille cost in California?
California apostille service starts at $185 for standard processing and $245 for priority processing, plus applicable California Secretary of State fees. Additional costs may apply for notarization, shipping, special handling, translations, or other services when required.
California Birth Certificate, Marriage Certificate & Death Certificate Apostille Pricing
$135 First Document
$75 Each Additional Document
Includes:
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Birth, marriage, divorce and death certificates
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Certified copy verification
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California Secretary of State submission
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FedEx return shipping - billed to you at cost
Turnaround Time:
Processing is typically completed within 8-10 business days (not including shipping), once your documents are received and ready for submission.
If expedited processing is needed, Expedited service is available at the same rate listed for Expedited processing.
Standard Apostille Service (5–7 Business Days)
$185 First Document
$75 Each Additional Document
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Document review
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California Secretary of State processing
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Sacramento drop-off and retrieval
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Documents for Hague Convention countries can be apostilled through the California Secretary of State.
Documents for non-Hague countries may require additional authentication or embassy legalization. Please request a quote for those services.
Expedited Apostille Service (1–2 Business Days)
$245 First Document
$75 Each Additional Document
✔ Priority scheduling for the next available Sacramento submission
✔ Expedited processing and handling
✔ California Secretary of State submission
Turnaround time is 1-2 business days (not including shipping), once documents are received and ready for submission.
➕ Additional Services (Only If Needed)
Notarization
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$15 per signature Notarized
Mobile / Travel Service (For Apostille Notarization & Document Pick up)
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Local appointments: $25-$75 (within 30 miles of Burlingame, CA)
⚖️ State Fees (Required)
California Secretary of State fees are separate from my service fees:
• $20 per apostille
• $6 special handling fee per public official signature authenticated, when applicable
📦 Delivery Options
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Return Delivery Options
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Local pickup or delivery available
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FedEx domestic return shipping available
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International return shipping available via FedEx or DHL
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Shipping costs are quoted based on destination and service level
🔗 Helpful Resources
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Learn how the process works: How Apostille Processing Works in California
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Need notarization first? Mobile Notary Services
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Sending documents overseas? Certified Translation Services
California Apostille Support Service Area's
Service Area
I assist clients throughout San Mateo County and Santa Clara County, including major cities such as San Mateo, Daly City, Redwood City, South San Francisco, San Jose, Sunnyvale, Mountain View, and Palo Alto - for document notarization, apostille facilitation, and international legalization.
I also support clients statewide for California-origin documents, and offer nationwide support for federal authentication, apostille, and consular legalization.
Get Started With Your Background Check Apostille
If you already have your background check, you may send a clear scan for review.
If you are unsure whether you need a local police background check or an FBI background check, I can help confirm what your destination country requires before you proceed. Call or Text for availability (650) 675-7760.
Or request a quote online to begin the apostille process.
California Apostille Pricing Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an apostille cost in California?
Apostille service pricing depends on the document type and processing speed. California Secretary of State fees are $20 per document plus a $6 special handling fee for each different public official signature authenticated when documents are submitted in person.
What is included in your apostille service?
Service includes coordination of California Secretary of State submission, status updates, and secure return delivery. Mobile notarization, certified translations, embassy legalization, and shipping upgrades are available when needed.
Do I need notarization before an apostille?
Not every document requires notarization. Certified California birth certificates, marriage certificates, death certificates, and many government-issued records do not require notarization before apostille processing.
Why is travel charged separately?
Travel fees apply when mobile notarization, document pickup, or local delivery is requested. Customers may also mail their documents directly for processing.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. Pricing is provided before work begins. Government fees, shipping, travel, certified translations, embassy legalization, and other optional services are itemized separately when applicable.
How long does California apostille processing take?
Standard processing is completed within 5-7 business days after documents are received and ready for submission. Priority processing is completed within 1-2 business days.
Do you offer mobile notary service before an apostille?
Yes. If your document requires notarization before apostille processing, I can travel to your location throughout San Mateo County and Santa Clara County to complete the notarization.
Can you obtain the certified record before the apostille?
Yes. If you need a certified California birth certificate, marriage certificate, death certificate, divorce decree, or other eligible record before obtaining an apostille, I also provide California Certified Record Retrieval Services for eligible requesters.
Other California Apostille Services
Apostille California Birth Certificate
Death Certificate Apostille
Ready to get your California apostille handled for you? Tifini reviews your documents, submits directly to the California Secretary of State in Sacramento, and ships your completed apostille back to you, domestically or internationally. Call or text (650) 675-7760, or reach out via WhatsApp at +1 (650) 554-0089 for international inquiries. You can also submit a quote request online.
Tifini Goebel is a commissioned California Notary Public and Certified Apostille Support Specialist, not an attorney. Detailed Notary does not provide legal advice and does not guarantee that apostilled documents will satisfy any specific foreign government, court, or agency requirement. Please consult a licensed attorney for legal questions.
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