THE OFFICE OF THE TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE WILL BE CLOSED DECEMBER 24-26 AND JANUARY 1 IN OBSERVANCE OF THE HOLIDAYS.

Beginning January 12, 2026, in-person services for the Office of the Texas Secretary of State will move to 400 W 15th 400 W. 15th Street. More Information

As of Nov. 10, lobby hours for in-person business are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Apostille/Authentication services now available by appointment on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Walk-in service available Mondays and Fridays. More Information

New Lobby Hours for Secretary of State's Office Begin September 1

August 15, 2023
Contact: Alicia Pierce
512-463-6116

AUSTIN - Effective September 1, lobby hours for the Office of the Texas Secretary of State, Rudder Building, will be 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

This change primarily affects walk-in customers for Apostilles/Authentications, Business Filings, and Notary Commissions.

Changes to the daily lobby hours will allow staff additional time to process documents in a timely manner. Many filings can be done online through SOS Direct, which is available 24 hours a day.

Visitors seeking to file a candidate application for an upcoming election outside of lobby hours should contact the Elections Division at 512-463-5650 for assistance.

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